Is it really free?
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Yes. Dropping off lead-acid batteries at our Leavenworth shop costs nothing, whether you bring one or a truckload. If you want us to collect them, the only charge is the same delivery fee we charge for a rental to your address, which you can see on this page before you book.
Which batteries do you take?
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Lead-acid batteries only: flooded (wet-cell), AGM and gel. That covers cars, trucks, boats, RVs, golf carts, motorcycles, lawn tractors, mobility scooters, power wheelchairs, construction and farm equipment, and backup power. The label usually says "lead-acid", "Pb", "AGM", "gel" or "SLA".
What batteries can I not bring?
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Lithium batteries of any kind (lithium-ion, LiFePO4, e-bike and scooter lithium packs, power-tool packs) and household batteries (AA, AAA, 9-volt, coin cells, phone and laptop batteries). Those need a different recycling channel, and lithium packs are a fire risk in storage.
Do you take damaged or leaking batteries?
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No. Because of the hazard from spilled acid, we do not accept batteries that are damaged, cracked, swollen or leaking. Your county's household hazardous waste program can tell you where to take one safely.
Do you take forklift or other very large batteries?
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Call 913-775-1098 first. Industrial batteries can weigh several hundred pounds or more, so we plan the drop-off or the pickup around how it will be lifted.
How do I bring them in safely?
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Keep each battery upright, tape over or cap the terminals so they can not touch metal, and carry them in a plastic tub or a sturdy box on the floor of the vehicle, not on a seat. Do not stack batteries directly on top of each other.
Why not just put it in the trash?
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Lead-acid batteries contain lead and sulfuric acid and should never go in household trash. They are also highly recyclable: the lead and plastic are recovered and used again, which is exactly where we send them.
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