Fire Extinguisher Disposal and Recycling Raleigh NC

How to Dispose of a Fire Extinguisher
If your fire extinguisher is non-rechargeable, old (12 or more years) or completely empty, it's important to dispose of it at a facility that accepts hazardous waste. In Raleigh, residents can utilize the following:

• Wake County Household Hazardous Waste Facility:
• This facility accepts a variety of materials, including fire extinguishers.
• Before visiting, check their website for specific disposal days and hours. 

Wake County Facility

For answers to common questions visit this web page on The City of Raleigh's website.

Which Fire Extinguisher Should You Buy
If you have a business, the minimum classification required will be a 2A-10BC fire extinguisher. (5lb ABC fire extinguisher)
If you have a storage or warehouse area, you will need at least a 4A-60BC fire extinguisher. (10lb ABC fire extinguisher)
The type of fire extinguisher that is best to have for home use will be a (5lb ABC fire extinguisher).
A smaller 1A-10BC fire extinguisher is ideal to carry in your car.  (2.5lb ABC fire extinguisher)


This is a list of most commonly identified fire code violations when a fire inspection is done.
Combustible items in mechanical rooms and exit path ways.
Fire extinguishers need service or extinguishers are obstructed.
Electric control panels blocked.
Exit and emergency lighting doesn’t function when tested.
Extension cord misuse(daisy chains, ran over or through walls).
Storage too close to the ceiling.
Missing electric covers.
Address numbers on buildings not posted or visible.
Commercial kitchen hood systems need service.
Fire Alarm system needs service.
Fire Sprinkler system needs service.
Fire doors propped open.