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29 postsWhere to Take Used Cooking Oil in Oregon
Never pour cooking oil down the drain. Here is where Oregon restaurants, food trucks, and homeowners can drop off used cooking oil for biodiesel recycling.
Where to Take Scrap Metal in Oregon: Get Paid
Copper, brass, aluminum, and steel all have cash value at Oregon scrap yards. Here is a metals list, what each yard pays for, and how to get the best price.
Where to Take Old Carpet Padding in Oregon
Old carpet padding is recyclable into new foam — but only at specific facilities. Here is where to take padding in Oregon and when hauling is worth it.
Where to Donate Musical Instruments in Oregon
A full guide to donating pianos, guitars, and band instruments to Oregon schools, nonprofits, and community music programs, plus what each one will accept.
Where to Donate Books and Textbooks in Oregon
Where to donate books and textbooks in Oregon: library sales, Goodwill, Powell's, and Better World Books. What each one accepts and which books get pulped.
Where to Donate Used Kids' Toys in Oregon
Goodwill, ReStore, and Oregon charities all take toys — but batteries come out first. Here is where to donate used kids' toys and what to avoid dropping.
Where Recycled Junk Goes in Oregon
A behind-the-scenes look at what happens to your junk after a removal crew picks it up in Oregon. From sorting to recycling, donation, and disposal.
Furniture Removal: Where to Donate First
Oregon guide to donating furniture, clothes, and appliances before your junk removal appointment. Save money on removal and help your community.

Cleaning Services in Oregon: City-by-City Guide
How to find reliable cleaning services across Oregon, from Portland and Eugene to Salem and Bend, with typical rates, vetting tips, and where to start.

Where to Recycle a Mattress in Oregon
Find mattress recycling locations in Portland, Eugene, Salem, and across Oregon. Costs, what gets recycled, and the easiest disposal options.
Where to Donate Old Appliances That Still Work
Where to donate working appliances in Oregon: Habitat ReStore, Community Warehouse, St. Vincent de Paul, and more, with pickup options and condition rules.
Where to Dispose of Hazardous Household Waste in Oregon
Where to dispose of hazardous household waste in Oregon, including paint, batteries, and motor oil. Free drop-off options exist in Portland, Eugene, and Salem.
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