🏔️ A Homeowner’s Guide to Waste Disposal Options in Coeur d’Alene and Kootenai County
Curbside pickup · Kootenai County Transfer Station · Junk removal · Demolition · Dumpster rental
Living in beautiful Coeur d’Alene or elsewhere in Kootenai County means enjoying pristine lakes and forests—and that comes with a responsibility to manage waste properly.
Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the area, understanding your disposal options helps you save money, stay compliant with local rules, and protect the environment.
This guide breaks down the choices available to you, from weekly curbside pickup to large-scale cleanout solutions.
Curbside Pickup
The most common option for everyday household waste. Service is typically provided by the city or a contracted hauler like Waste Management.
- Weekly trash, recycling, and sometimes yard waste
- Best for small, regular volumes
- Limitations on bulky items and hazardous waste
Weekly service
Kootenai County Transfer Station
The central facility for self-haul disposal. Located at 10140 W. Hauser Lake Road, it accepts a wide range of materials from county residents.
- Household trash, recyclables, yard waste, appliances
- Fees based on weight or volume
- You load, you haul, you save
Mon–Sat, hours vary
Professional Junk Removal
Full-service hauling where a crew comes to you, loads everything, and handles sorting and disposal. Ideal for bulky items, estate cleanouts, or when you lack time or a truck.
- No heavy lifting for you
- Eco-friendly sorting (recycling & donation)
- Great for mixed materials
1–3 hour project
Dumpster Rental
A roll-off container delivered to your site for projects like renovations, roofing, or large cleanouts where debris accumulates over time.
- Keep it for several days
- Cost-effective for large volumes
- You load at your own pace
3–14 day rental
Kootenai County Resources
- Kootenai County Transfer Station: 10140 W. Hauser Lake Road, Coeur d’Alene. Accepts trash, recyclables, yard waste, appliances, and some bulky items. Fees apply. Open Monday–Saturday, closed Sunday.
- Curbside Providers: Waste Management and local city services offer varying levels of recycling and yard waste programs. Check with your city (Cd’A, Hayden, Post Falls) for specific rules.
- Hazardous Waste: The county hosts periodic household hazardous waste collection events for paints, chemicals, and batteries. Check the Kootenai County website for schedules.
- Donation Centers: Goodwill, Salvation Army, and St. Vincent de Paul accept usable furniture and household goods, keeping them out of the landfill.
Choosing the Right Option for Your Project
- Everyday household trash: Curbside pickup ✅
- Yard waste / recyclables: Curbside or self-haul to Transfer Station ✅
- Single bulky item (e.g., couch, mattress): Junk removal or Transfer Station (if you can load) ✅
- Full house cleanout / estate: Junk removal (fast, full-service) ✅
- Renovation / construction debris: Dumpster rental (ongoing project) or junk removal (one-time) ✅
- Appliances / e-waste: Transfer Station (fees) or junk removal (certified recycling) ✅
60% of waste diverted with sorting
$20–$50 minimum fee at Transfer Station
Protecting Lake Coeur d’Alene
Proper waste disposal is vital for the region's water quality. Keeping hazardous materials, electronics, and untreated waste out of the landfill and local watershed helps preserve the lake and aquifer for future generations.