There are two main types of batteries, single-use and rechargeable. Rechargeable batteries can be charged many times to be used over and over. They're found in cordless phones, smartphones and digital cameras. Cordless power tools and similar devices also use them. Single-use batteries only work for a limited amount of time. Single-use alkaline batteries include AA, AAA, 9 volt and D cells to name a few. You’ll find these batteries in alarm clocks, remotes, flashlights, smoke detectors and other items. When single use batteries are dead, they must be replaced.
California state law mandates how you dispose of batteries of all kinds. The state considers batteries hazardous waste and placing all types of batteries in the trash is against the law. Effective July 1, 2006, California prohibits many retailers from selling rechargeable batteries in California unless they have a system in place for collecting used rechargeable batteries from consumers. This law provides a convenient, cost-free opportunity for consumers to return, recycle, and ensure the safe and environmentally sound management of used, rechargeable batteries.
In accordance with state law, Friedman's will only accept rechargeable batteries of a type or brand that are currently sold or were previously sold at Friedman's, weighing no more than 11 lbs. Eligible rechargeable batteries may be dropped off for free in designated bins at any of our store locations.
*INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
*INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
Friedman's Home Improvement does not accept single-use batteries of any type for recycling. Depending on what town you live in, you may be able to place batteries in a bag, seal firmly and place the bag on top of your blue recycle bin for pick up. Never put batteries inside the curbside recycling bin. Doing so could start a fire.
To find out more about what battery recycling options are available in your area visit:
Sonoma County: zerowastesonoma.gov
Marin County: zerowastemarin.org
Mendocino County: mendorecycle.org
Battery Drop-off Locator: Call 2 Recycle
A fluorescent light bulb is a type of light bulb that produces visible light by exciting mercury vapor inside a glass tube, which then causes a phosphor coating on the inside to fluoresce, emitting light. They are considered energy-efficient due to their ability to convert electricity into light much more effectively than incandescent bulbs, but contain a small amount of mercury, making proper disposal crucial. Common types include linear fluorescent tubes and compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs).
In California, it's the law to recycle light bulbs that contain mercury, such as fluorescent tubes and compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL's), because they are considered hazardous waste.
Friedman's Home Improvement does not accept fluorescent bulbs of any type for recycling.
Available options for recycling fluorescent bulbs include:
• Household hazardous waste facilities
• Mail-back recycling programs
To find out more about what fluorescent bulb recycling options are available in your area visit:
Sonoma County: zerowastesonoma.gov
Marin County: zerowastemarin.org
Mendocino County: mendorecycle.org
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