How to dispose of smoke detectors in Milwaukee

Checked against official sources · September 7, 2026

Trash

Put it in the green garbage cart

Smoke detectors may go in the green cart, or you can ask the manufacturer about a return program.

What to do

  1. Remove replaceable batteries and dispose of them according to battery type.
  2. Use a manufacturer return program if available, or place the detector in the green cart.

Keep in mind

MMSD Home HazMat does not accept smoke detectors.

Check the official information

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