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1. What is considered an appliance?

The following are common appliances and need to be recycled:

• Refrigerators
• Stoves
• Ovens
• Dishwashers
• Microwaves
• Freezers
• Clothes washers and dryers
• Water heaters
• Air conditioners
• Furnaces and water softeners

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1. Who can use these containers?

These containers are meant for use by Dubuque County residents that do not have curbside recycling pickup. This might be those living in apartments or rural areas.

2. Is there a charge to use these containers?

No charge to residents. The Agency covers the costs for hauling and processing to encourage recycling.

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1. What can I do with waste generated from my business?

Businesses are responsible for making a waste determination of materials generated. This can be done by using the Waste Determination/Generator Status Road Map (PDF).

2. Can I dispose of my business/industrial waste at the Dubuque Landfill?

Please complete and submit the Generators Waste Profile and Disposal Request (PDF) and a staff member will contact you.

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1. What is the cost to recycle tires?

Fees are as follows:

• Passenger Tires - unmounted (limit 4) - $5 each
• All other tires or more than four passenger tires - $300 per ton