How can I get rid of old thermometers and TV bulbs that contain Mercury?

Question

The guy who owned the house before us had a stash of them in the garage. I want to get rid of them but there is a lot! I was hoping for an earthday drop off this year but they didn't have one!! Where else can I get rid of them at? I have like a hundred of them so I am afriad if I take it to a somewhere they would want me to pay to get rid of them.

Answer 1

Contact your local Dept of Public Works. They should have locations that take it.

Answer 2

The EPA has pretty good information about this, including disposal sites near you.

Answer 3

look for a hazardous waste disposal site most cities have them contact the waste management section of the city they should know or look in the yellow pages for hazardous waste disposal

Answer 4

You can buy a prepaid mercury devices recycling pail  that will be shipped right to your house at: http://veoliaes-ts.com/RecyclePak

It is very convenient because you do not need to leave your house or call around to find someplace to take them!