One oil change can pollute up to one million gallons of water.

That’s why how you handle used oil matters.

Simple ways to prevent pollution:

  • Keep your vehicle in good shape
  • Use drip pans to catch leaks
  • Clean up spills right away with absorbent material like kitty litter
  • Always dispose of used oil the right way

How to dispose of oil and filters

Follow these steps to do it safely:

  • Never pour oil down a drain or throw it in the trash
  • Do not mix oil with other fluids
  • Seal used filters in a leak-proof container or bag

Easy options:

  • Use the City’s free curbside pick-up service
  • Or take oil and filters to a certified drop-off location
  • Transport oil in a container with a tight lid
  • Hand it directly to staff at the site

Find a nearby drop-off location on CalRecycle’s website.

New oil filters on display on a white background
Every weekend in May, Roseville residents can bring in their used oil filter to participating AutoZone locations and receive a new FREE oil filter while supplies last. Funded in part by CalRecycle, this program makes it easy to recycle properly and keep used oil filters out of the landfill.

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