We're Austin's trusted hazardous waste disposal experts, serving local businesses since 1965 with thorough solutions for dangerous materials. From chemical waste and radioactive materials to universal waste streams, we'll handle every step - from proper characterization and documentation to safe transportation and disposal. Our team guarantees full compliance with all regulations while protecting both your facility and our environment. Let us share how we can create a customized disposal plan for your specific needs.
Fast, Reliable Waste Disposal Services in Austin, TX - How We Can Help
ADCO Environmental Services offers extensive hazardous waste disposal solutions for businesses, industrial facilities, and institutions throughout Austin, TX.
As a full-service waste management company with over 50 years of experience, we handle everything from initial waste characterization and paperwork preparation to safe transportation and final disposal.
Our expert team specializes in disposing of diverse waste streams including solvents, chemical waste, radioactive materials, and laboratory waste, while ensuring full compliance with local and federal regulations.
With our turnkey approach, we take care of all documentation, including waste profiling, shipping manifests, and regulatory permits, allowing Austin businesses to focus on their core operations while we manage their waste disposal needs efficiently and cost-effectively.
Waste Disposal Services We Offer
At ADCO Environmental Services, we're ready to handle all your hazardous and radioactive waste disposal needs in Austin, with specialized expertise in managing flammable liquids, corrosive materials, and universal waste streams.
We'll work with your business to create a customized disposal plan that guarantees thorough regulatory compliance while keeping your facility safe and environmentally responsible.
From chemical waste to radioactive materials, our extensive services cover the full spectrum of industrial and commercial waste disposal requirements, backed by our decades of experience serving the Austin area.
Hazardous Waste Disposal

When businesses and organizations need to safely dispose of hazardous waste, we're here to provide thorough solutions that guarantee full regulatory compliance and environmental protection.
Our hazardous waste management services help you navigate complex environmental regulations while ensuring proper disposal of dangerous materials.
- We handle diverse hazardous materials including corrosives, flammables, pesticides, and PCBs
- Our team prepares all necessary documentation, from waste profiles to shipping manifests
- We transport materials safely using approved containers to licensed disposal facilities
Since 1965, we've helped hundreds of Austin businesses properly dispose of hazardous waste.
Let's manage your waste disposal needs with our proven expertise and extensive solutions.
Radioactive Waste Disposal
Three critical areas define our extensive radioactive waste disposal services: specialized management of long-lived low-level radioactive waste (LLRW), expert handling of Dry Active Waste (DAW), and safe disposal of sealed radioactive sources.
As leaders in radioactive waste management since 1965, we're committed to radiation safety and protecting our communities. We serve hospitals, research facilities, and nuclear industry clients with thorough solutions:
- Complete source disposal and device disassembly
- Emergency response for damaged or leaking materials
- Expert handling of specialized items like tritium exit signs, smoke detectors, and nuclear gauges
We've helped countless institutions safely manage their radioactive materials through our licensed disposal facilities.
Flammable/Combustible Liquid Disposal (Class 3)
Since flammable and combustible liquids pose significant risks to workplace safety, we've developed specialized disposal services to handle these hazardous materials with the utmost care and precision.
Our expertise includes managing Class 3 flammable liquids in accordance with current flammable liquid regulations and disposal safety practices.
We'll handle all aspects of your disposal needs, from preparing waste profiles to coordinating transportation and final disposal.
Our team works directly with licensed processing facilities to expedite approvals and guarantee compliance.
With decades of experience since 1965, we recognize the complexities of hazardous waste management and make the process seamless for our business clients.
Corrosive Liquid Disposal (Class 8)
Corrosive liquids present unique handling challenges that require specialized expertise and proper disposal methods.
At ADCO Environmental Services, we're experts in managing Class 8 hazardous waste, including acidic and basic solutions, while strictly following disposal regulations.
We'll handle your corrosive materials with proven safety protocols, preparing all necessary documentation and ensuring compliant transportation.
From industrial sludge to laboratory acids, we've successfully processed thousands of waste profiles since 1965.
Our thorough approach helps businesses in Austin stay compliant while protecting their employees and the environment from the risks of improper corrosive waste handling.
Universal Waste Disposal
Business owners across Austin routinely face the challenge of properly disposing universal waste - those common hazardous materials like fluorescent bulbs, batteries, and mercury-containing equipment that can't go in regular trash.
We're here to help you navigate universal waste regulations while protecting both your business and the environment.
Our extensive universal waste disposal services include:
- Safe collection and handling of fluorescent bulbs, ballasts, and mercury devices
- Professional battery disposal and recycling programs
- Complete e-waste management with certified documentation
We'll guarantee your universal waste is handled properly through safe disposal methods that keep your business compliant and environmentally responsible.
Trust our expertise to manage these challenging materials correctly.
TCLP Heavy Metal Disposal
When hazardous materials contain heavy metals that could leach into our environment, you'll need specialized TCLP disposal services to manage them safely and legally.
At ADCO Environmental Services, we'll help you navigate complex heavy metal regulations through our thorough testing and disposal solutions.
We begin by identifying and characterizing your waste materials to determine heavy metal content. Our expert team conducts precise TCLP testing on representative samples, ensuring accurate classification of hazardous levels.
Once analyzed, we'll handle all necessary documentation and arrange proper disposal methods that comply with current regulations, taking the complexity out of hazardous waste management for your business.
Used Oil and Antifreeze Disposal

Proper disposal of used oil and antifreeze isn't just good business practice - it's vital for protecting our environment and staying compliant with regulations.
As Austin's trusted hazardous waste experts, we're here to help your business handle these automotive fluids safely and legally.
We understand the challenges of managing used oil regulations and antifreeze recycling. That's why we offer thorough disposal services for businesses, auto shops, and industrial facilities throughout Austin.
From engine oil to coolant, we'll make certain your waste is handled properly, keeping you compliant while protecting our local environment.
Paint Waste Disposal
Getting rid of paint-related waste presents unique challenges for businesses and industrial facilities.
We're here to handle your paint waste management needs with our thorough disposal services across Austin. As experts in hazardous materials compliance, we'll prepare all required documentation, from waste profiles to shipping manifests, ensuring your paint disposal meets EPA regulations.
We'll evaluate your waste stream and determine the most cost-effective, compliant solution for your organization. While we don't serve residential customers, we're proud to help businesses, industrial facilities, and government agencies dispose of paint waste safely and legally.
Transformer Disposal Service
Safe disposal of transformers requires specialized expertise, particularly when dealing with PCB-contaminated units in Austin.
We're here to help with both Pole Mount and Pad Mount transformers, ensuring proper handling and disposal that meets all regulatory requirements.
Understanding the transformer recycling benefits, we'll evaluate your equipment thoroughly.
Before disposal, we conduct thorough PCB analysis - it's important to determine contamination levels for safe handling.
Just send us photos, including the nameplate, along with measurements and estimated weight.
We'll create a detailed disposal plan that protects both your facility and the environment.
Other Waste Types
When managing hazardous materials requires expert handling, our extensive waste disposal services cover virtually every type of regulated material you might encounter.
We've developed thorough hazardous material management solutions to safely handle diverse waste streams across Austin.
- From industrial chemicals and lab waste to universal waste and expired products, we'll manage your disposal needs.
- Our waste recycling options include batteries, electronics, and mercury-containing equipment.
- We handle RCRA listed wastes, characteristic wastes, and empty container disposal with strict regulatory compliance.
Whether you need to dispose of adhesives, oxidizers, or contaminated materials, we're your trusted partner for safe, compliant waste management in Austin.
Waste Transportation
Professional hazardous waste transportation demands rigorous attention to safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
At ADCO, we're experts in safely transporting hazardous and radioactive materials, from flammable gases to nuclear waste. Our team follows strict waste safety procedures while handling various hazard classes.
We'll provide USDOT-approved containers, including steel drums, poly drums, and bulk liquid totes.
If you're dealing with leaking or damaged containers, we offer overpacking and repacking solutions. We'll handle all shipping documentation and guarantee your waste is transported to fully licensed processing facilities.
Our local technicians understand transportation regulations and deliver reliable service across Austin.
Documentation/Compliance Assistance
Managing hazardous waste documentation can overwhelm even experienced generators, which is why we've developed thorough compliance assistance services.
We stay current with regulatory changes so you don't have to, helping Austin businesses navigate complex requirements while avoiding costly compliance challenges.
Our expert team provides support in three key areas:
- Preparing and managing all required documentation, from waste profiles to shipping manifests
- Helping obtain necessary permits and EPA ID numbers
- Delivering guidance on proper labeling, packaging, and recordkeeping requirements
Let us handle the paperwork complexities while you focus on your core business operations.
About ADCO Environmental Services, LLC
A trusted leader in waste management since 1965, ADCO Environmental Services, LLC provides extensive hazardous and radioactive waste disposal solutions across the United States.
We've stayed ahead of waste management trends and environmental regulations while serving businesses, government agencies, industrial facilities, and healthcare organizations nationwide.
As your one-stop shop for waste management needs, we handle everything from waste identification to final disposal.
Our expertise includes solvents, chemical waste, radioactive materials, and laboratory services.
We'll even prepare your documentation and guarantee regulatory compliance, taking the stress out of waste disposal while keeping your facility safe and compliant.
Call to Schedule a Free Consultation
Schedule your free consultation today -
Call 877-254-2326 to discuss your commercial or industrial waste management needs.
Local Austin Attractions

While we're headquartered in Austin, we can't help but appreciate our city's most iconic destinations like the Texas State Capitol and Zilker Park, which showcase our vibrant local culture and community spirit.
Austin's sweltering summers and mild winters create unique waste management challenges for businesses and industrial facilities throughout the region.
We'll help you navigate these seasonal changes with proper hazardous waste storage and disposal practices that keep your facility compliant year-round.
Visit Texas State Capitol
How often do we get the chance to walk through halls where history and government collide under one magnificent roof?
The Texas State Capitol is a must-visit, blending Texas History with stunning Capitol Architecture. This iconic building showcases the state's rich heritage and legislative history.
As we explore, let's remember the importance of ensuring our homes are safe from hazardous materials, much like ADCO Environmental Services, LLC, which helps manage dangerous waste. Their expertise can inform us about the importance of proper waste disposal, even as we delight in Texas's architectural gems.
Zilker Showcases Local Culture
Every year, thousands of Austin locals, as well as folks from across the country, flock to Zilker Park and its vibrant surrounding areas, drawn by this lively hub of everything that makes Austin unique—but if there’s one thing we don’t want at home, it’s the kind of hazardous surprises that can put our community’s health and safety at risk.
Zilker Park hosts local festivals that celebrate Austin’s culture and spirit, bringing people together in celebration. While enjoying these events, it’s vital we remain vigilant about protecting our environment and guarantee hazardous waste is handled safely to keep Austin’s charm thriving.
Hot Summers, Mild Winters
When the mercury rises and Austin’s hot summers set in, we realize it’s time to swap layers for sunscreen and gather together at pools, splash pads, and shady parks—places that turn into local attractions for families and friends, enthusiastic to beat the heat, create memories, and enjoy our city’s famously mild winters when colder days are rare, and outdoor fun is rarely out of reach.
These seasonal shifts remind us to reflect on sustainable practices that reduce environmental impact while keeping homes safe from heat-related hazards. Staying aware and prepared helps protect us all year round.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Average Turnaround Time for Waste Pickup After Scheduling?
We'll schedule your waste pickup within 24-48 hours of your request through our scheduling process, though complex hazardous or radioactive materials may require additional coordination and planning time.
Do You Provide Emergency Same-Day Hazardous Waste Disposal Services?
Yes, we offer emergency services for hazardous materials through our spill clean-up and waste remediation teams. Contact our 24/7 emergency hotline at 877-254-2326 for immediate assistance with urgent disposals.
Are There Minimum Quantity Requirements for Hazardous Waste Disposal?
We don't have minimum quantity requirements for hazardous waste disposal - we'll handle any amount. Whether it's a single container or multiple drums, we'll work with your specific needs.
What Documentation Is Required Before Scheduling a Hazardous Waste Pickup?
We'll need your waste profiles, shipping manifests, and EPA ID number before scheduling pickup. Our experts can help prepare all documentation types and guide you through the pickup process.
How Do You Determine Pricing for Hazardous Waste Disposal Services?
We'll need to assess specific cost factors like waste type, volume, packaging requirements, and disposal method. Our service tiers vary based on these elements plus transportation and documentation needs.