Weed Eaters

Bulky Item Pick Up

Repair, Don’t Replace!
Instead of buying new, support local businesses by having them repair and refurbish broken items. Search for repair options in your area. 

Consider Donation
If the computer is still usable, please donate. Visit Athens’ Material Reuse page for ideas.

Bulky Item Collection
Weed eaters may be collected as a bulky item. Please check with your city page for collection options (residential or commercial).  Bulky Item collection options may vary depending on your city. To schedule a bulky item pickup place an order online or call Athens’ Customer Service Department at 888-336-6100.

Proper Disposal
Weed eaters are considered bulky items, but are not allowed unless the gas and oil tanks are COMPLETELY EMPTY. Any extra unusable gas and/or oil can be collected and taken to a Household Hazardous Waste collection site:
– Los Angeles County: S.A.F.E. Collection Centers and events
– Riverside County

– San Bernardino County
– Ventura County 
 

Handle With Care

Wear goggles, safety gloves and other safety gear when handling a weed eater. Even if you think the blade is dull, it can still cut you. Gas, oil and rechargeable batteries also need to be handled with caution.

Remove the Battery

If your weed eater is rechargeable, it is battery-powered. Remove the battery prior to disposal. Find out how to safely dispose of rechargeable batteries.

Electric? It’s E-Waste

Anything powered by batteries or electricity, such as an electric weed eater, is considered e-waste. Find out how to dispose of e-waste.

Remove All Gas and Oil

Gas and oil must be removed from the weed eater prior to disposal. Follow our instructions on how to safely dispose of fuel and used oil.

Ways to Reduce

Take Care of Your Weed Eater

Taking good care of a weed eater will improve its performance and extend its lifespan. Learn how to properly clean your weed eater and give it regular maintenance.

Edge Your Lawn Without a Weed Eater

If you want to create cleaner lines around pavement, skip buying the extra equipment and use something you already have on hand, such as a manual edger, a flat shovel, or a reciprocating saw.

Ways to Reuse

Still Working? Donate It

If your weed eater is still in working condition, consider selling it, donating it or giving it away on Nextdoor, Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.