Used motor oil

SPU collects separate, unmixed used oil in limited quantities alongside regular service. Confirm your building’s set-out arrangements.

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Scheduled pickupReviewed ruleApplies when: Is this unmixed used oil?: Yes; not mixed with another liquid

Set out qualifying used oil on your regular collection day using SPU’s oil instructions; a separate pickup appointment is not needed.

For households · Seattle Public Utilities household collection

Qualifying used-oil collection has no charge under the reviewed program. Seattle Public Utilities: Special Item Pickup

Use sealed 1-gallon jugs labeled with your address, keeping cooking oil and motor oil separate. Seattle Public Utilities: Special Item Pickup

Quantity limit: At most two 1-gallon jugs per collection.

Reviewed September 22, 2026

Verify with the agencyReviewed ruleApplies when: Is this unmixed used oil?: Mixed, contaminated, or unknown

Mixed or unidentified liquids are outside this oil collection route. Call 206-296-4692 for disposal instructions.

For households · Seattle Public Utilities household collection

Reviewed September 22, 2026

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