Still one of the most convenient and efficient places to drop off household waste in town. The central location makes it easy to swing by if you're already running errands in the Kalihi or downtown area. I've found that if you go during off-peak hours (early morning or late afternoon), the process is usually quick with minimal waiting. The staff continue to keep things moving smoothly and safely. Appreciate that this place remains well-organized and accessible for residents. Thanks again to everyone doing their part as every little bit helps to keep our island clean. Mahalo and Aloha! read more

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This weekend had some junks to haul away . I decided to go to the Keehi Teansfer station located right across from the middle St . Bus depot . Saturday morning wasn't too bad but my second trip around 1:30pm there was a line . Although the line goes pretty fast . The only thing about this location they do not except green waste . So you'll need to visit the other city and county sites . Always good to recycle read more

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What do you do with a broken microwave? I asked some guys at church. They told me to go to Best Buy... Nope... Best Buy won't take any appliance associated with food. They told me to go to Home Depot... Nope... Home Depot won't take a broken microwave. They told me to go to "Sand Island". I did a search and asked if she meant Keehi Teansfer Station. Yes! Using GPS, I followed the signs until I reached "the dump". Whew! It was fragrant! I had to roll my car windows down for a few minutes after I left to let some fresh air through the car! The first sign says to "wait here" at the arrow. And attendant called me forward and told me "number 5". I backed in - like the other vehicles. I looked at the guy next to me to see how he threw his items over the railing. I think he was done. Shucks. A younger guy parked next to me and I asked him if I just toss it over... Yep! Ok... Bye bye, my longtime friend! That microwave was with me for several decades, I think! read more

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Friendly staff and can get rid of just about anything. Mahalo for providing a great service!

If your renovating or just throwing away trash from your home or helping a family or friend this is a place you can get rid of that trash the staff there a cool people if you get kids highly recommend them staying in the vehicle cause it's a good size fall when throwing the trash over the rail safety first there are things you can and can't throw check there website to see those items. read more

Love the Keehi. Mind your metals though! They go in the other bins. Guys have always been super friendly and helpful out there. Get rid of your trash! read more

If you need to get rid of bulk items, this is the place to go. It's on Middle St. across from the bus depot. There was a little line. We waited for about 10 minutes. Everyone just waits in line in their car. When you get up to the entrance the attendant will ask what you're dumping. Then, he'll tell you what stall to park in. After you park you just dump your junk in this huge landfill. Then, you just exit from the opposite side. We were in and out of there in seconds. I only had to dump a mattress. read more

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When it's really junk... Through the slow process of declutter and purging of items that are no longer needed in my personal space I've donated to give it a second chance with other that still have life and to keep it out of the landfill is very fulfilling but when it's items that are beyond it all that are a bit too large aren't allowed for the local disposal that's where it gets to be the real challenge. Not quite the large sofa or a dresser after getting a complete new bedding the removal of mattress and boxspring wasn't an issue but they don't take the bed frame and that's where I had to think and with the first available bulk reservations in February it wasn't the ideal situation and decided to pack my little car and hele over to Kalihi. As many noted the entrance is right across the Kalihi Transit Center which it is and there are signs that will direct you there and Yelp directions did a great job taking you there but as you arrive and head up the ramp be sure to STAY ON THE RIGHT SIDE which then there will be a guy there that will direct you when it's safe to approach and will tell you which stall number to reverse in. He will ask what you have to dispose as some items like mine which are metal bed frames wouldn't be in the large pile over the railing but up the steps to two large bins and if you had some bars or racks and even some barbecue grill I've seen my bed frames were quite a workout as I had to hoist it over the overfilled container was something that I'm certainly proud to have done. You contine to exit once your done to a full circle of the area is a great system and quite easy as disposing of some large items have been the making the dreading system we have still yet to adjust to this refuse station is a great convenience if you're able to load in your car. Thank you! read more

The Ke'ehi Transfer Station is where I come the most often nowadays if I have any bulky household waste to get rid of and the access is pretty centralized and convenient, besides the fact it is the closest one to where I currently reside. Sometimes the line can get long but you generally do not have to wait too long to park your car and throw your rubbish over the railing. read more

Loved how easy it was to throw away trash when you don't have space at home! I had a metal bed frame that wouldn't fit in my trash can. Ended up driving here and they have a metal trash area! Super nice and easy to navigate. read more

Well organized system. Larger U-Hauls are allowed. Workers are helpful. Just stick to the right hand side when driving up so the clerk can direct you. read more

Fast and easy way to dump stuff! Staff orients u to what goes where & what is not allowed! Even took my broken TV there...there's sections for electronics and metal. There's even a section that maybe u think others will want and can leave on the side. read more

The Braddahz over there is no non sense fast to get you a stall to start unloading your trash & get you out of there! 10 's

They take your trash and your metal trash as well! Very well organized and the staff is extremely helpful.

It's a refuse station. What more can I say? Well, We all need a place to properly dispose of our larger refuse items right? Well, well organized and managed, the Keehi Transfer Station is the most convenient location for me. Off Middle Street heading south, you will make a right turn into the Keehi Transfer Station. If you reach Nimtz or the freeway onramp, you have gone too far. Please be aware: 1. they have revised operating hours 2. they have controlled drop off. There is a guard who will tell you when and what stall number to go to. 3. All metal objects get thrown into the separate bin across the drop off stalls. And they do not accept any appliances or electronics Don't be fearful of the surroundings. Just drive up, wait to be called, dispose of your refuse and drive off. It's free. You're saving our world by properly disposing of your refuse..... ps- the KN95 mask shields the odor so be prepared read more

The young woman at the entrance was very friendly, put me at ease when inquired about my trash and made me laugh when she said "make sure you don't have a body!". read more

Not the sexiest type of business, but certainly useful, efficient, and practical! The guys here are friendly-they help make the 'medicine go down' if you have the need to dispose of items outside of the standard gray bin or the bulky-item pick-up! Drive up to the end of the line (weekdays are best for NO line), wait for the wave to drive onto the scale then to your assigned spot. There are 2 separate areas for trash vs. metal. If you have both, it's best if you bring a passenger to split up and dispose of the respective items. There is even an area where you can set aside useful items to reuse and repurpose, e.g...wheelchairs, jalousies, bikes. The site is conveniently open until 6pm! read more

Keehi Transfer Station - Back your car up to the metal fence to toss your items over into the 'pit'! - Recycling Center Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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I have to say the workers there are so friendly and helpful. Live the location. They take any rubbish including small appliances. They do not take refrigerators or anything large of that sort. read more

Convenient disposal center located closest to Downtown. We had some bulky items to dump since City & County only does bulk pick up for residential and not for businesses. Wasn't hard to find and I realized that I pass it almost daily. Once you drive under the bridge, keep following the road and then on your right will be a hill you drive up and stay on the right lane. The guys will signal you to come forward and he'll tell you which lane to park in. The stalls were all spacious. I was next to one of those bulky trucks and still had plenty of room to maneuver out. One way in and out. Careful for the guy beeping his horn down below. He is operating the vehicle that pushes the rubbish back. Warning: This place is pilau, it reeks. Toss your stuff and get out ASAP. If there's a line, it should go by fairly fast. I wouldn't want to stay in there any longer.. read more

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We were going into town so went here instead of our usual one in Waimanalo. You just drive up, tell the guy what kind of waste you want to dump, and they tell you what stall to park in. According to the county website, this transfer station takes household trash, "combustible bulky items," metal items and lead acid batteries. No large metal appliances or tires. It's pretty stinky inside but not like you're gonna die. Very convenient for when you forget to take out the trash bin on pickup day. read more

Keehi Transfer Station - Recycling Center Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Today when I wanted to throw some rubbish away the attendant that was running the morning shift had started yelling at me and telling me that I was banned from drawing rubbish here for a month because there was a toilet in my truck so he started to swear at me And tell me to close my tailgate and leave so I just went back to my truck because I didn't want any hassles and I was afraid that he was going to hit me so I left read more

Quick and efficient. Staff is friendly and helpful. Bays are large and allows you to back straight up to the dumping station for easy offloading. read more

Everything is as usual there. The ONLY thing that is irritating, is the guard at the bottom. Doesn't clearly give directions.

Keehi Transfer Station is located somewhat across and away from Kalihi Transit Center. I stopped here three times in the past week to unload household rubbish. First time was early in the week. One of the men working there was gracious about explaining the lay of the land: stay on the right-hand side of the lane while driving up to the transfer station. You'll see the signs. Left-hand side is for commercial trucks. No propane tanks, cleaning agents, poisons, appliances. This place is for ordinary combustible trash. Reverse into a numbered stall as directed, and hurl your trash over the railing into the area below. It was terribly smelly early in the week, and the trash levels against the far wall seemed low. Lots of scavenging birds flying around. Later on Friday afternoon, it was much busier. Another man working there helpfully assisted me into my stall (#11, near the entrance). The smell had lessened, or maybe I was more prepared for it. The trash level against the far wall had risen. Not too many birds inside. Went again Saturday morning (today) around 9 a.m., and was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't busy. Another friendly worker waved me right in with a smile. It was far less stinky than it had been earlier this week, and the trash levels were very high against the far wall, with some piles of trash around the base of the railing that hadn't been there earlier. I didn't see any birds except outside. Overall, I'm pleased with the friendly service, and that this facility exists! Makes it much easier for those of us living in town to dispose of extra household rubbish that doesn't fit in the grey bins. Keep in mind, if you're sensitive to grossness: you may want to wear covered shoes and put a paper liner in your car footwell. You may also want to wear a COVID-era surgical/dust mask (sprayed with essential oils) to defend against the smell. I'll be back again soon! read more

Keehi Transfer Station - At left is an egret, one of many birds in the transfer station earlier in the week. At right is a dump truck backing up to the railing. - Recycling Center Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Came here to dump a lot of trash from my move to Texas. They were even opened on a holiday. If you have a weak stomach and can't handle the typical trash smell times 100, then you'll start gaging for sure lol. The worker will flag you to drive through and they'll give you a stall number to reverse park your vehicle so it'll be easier to chuck it over the hand rail. This place is located just past the old Loves Bakery towards Nimitz side. You can't miss it. read more

Always come here to dump my bulk rubbish Instead of leaving it on the curb, its quick and easy just wait your turn find the spot they will tell you where to go and dump that's it. Nothing easier that that. read more

Keehi Transfer Station is located on Middle St. It's the only dump station in town that I'm aware of. I found out about this place from calling bulk pick up. Unfortunately, bulk pick up reps have told me wrong information previously and weren't very nice when I called back trying to get clarification of bulk pick up. Scheduling a bulk pick up takes awhile and is rather inconvenient. The only good thing I got from the second call is they told me about Keehi Transfer Station. It's a lot closer than the Waipahu one I went to a few times in the past. There is a shorter wait time too. When you arrive, there is a ramp going up. You will stay on the right side of the ramp. When you get to the top, you wait for the attendant to call you up. They will direct you to which stall to park in. Once you reverse into the stall, you can dispose of your trash. Keep in mind, the place will smell like a dump but you can quickly dump items here at no cost. It's a quick and easy process. I'm so happy to have found this place! read more

This is probably the easiest and quickest and most efficient convenience center to toss your trash. Just make sure you only have combustible items (paper, cardboard, plastic, wood, roofing material, etc.). No green waste! You will see several signs indicating that when you drive inside. I had a bunch of extra large cardboard boxes to rid of that was impossible of fitting into the small blue recycling bin. This is my first time coming to this drop-off convenience center. The entrance is located right across TheBus Transit Center on the sharing the same intersection. You will need to drive in a bit passing by a couple of parking lots and once you see a security guard ahead under a canopy, take the right up the ramp and into the station. Make sure you stay on the right hand side of the road, as the left side is for large garbage trucks. There will be a person out front to indicate which stall to go to. Once inside, and you step out of the car....like a punch in the face, the strong smell and odor of tons and tons of trash will take you aback. When you situated, all you need to do is toss your trash over the railing into the large pit of trash. Don't need to be neat. Don't need to be polite. Just grab your trash and launch'em. Simple and easy. The hours are from noon and to 6PM, Monday-Saturday, which isn't exactly the best hours. I wish it was the reverse, open at 6AM and closes at noon. Can't beat how quick and easy this place is. I wish my car had a dumping mechanism. :p read more

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Neat place...and they accept the Home Depot flatbed F-250 (the other centers do not).

We are extremely happy we found this place... very convenient during our move. Wayne is always so friendly and gave us a tour today and explained the process of everything. Mahalo to all the hard and dedicated workers. read more

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Cannot believe this over weight guy 2:00-3:00 He said I couldn't dump a cast iron tub and aluminum patio windows. And, they'll not help. It's Friken fine. But, get the "back hole" type machine blocking the "metal" dumpster entrance. I was told I need to load in the dumpster. Whatever it it's fine, me my son will do. Tub weighs close to three hundred pounds. The other 2 Braddah'Z said come back no problem all good. I did approach him to let him kno his co-workers no problem bring'um. That's why on Oahu get illegal dumping all over. By the way, who pays for his wages? Guys like this no belong telling peoplez/humanz if or can dump stuff from home. read more

I'd rather come here then Kapaa quarry but if you have a trailer it's better to go later then mid day. It will be busy with all the dump trucks unloading read more

Fast and easy way to get rid of your rubbish if you live in town. Be sure to bring a mask or something to cover your nose or to help not breath in all that junk. read more

Keehi Transfer Station - You are so lucky you don't have "Smell-a-photo" right now. - Recycling Center Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I didn't know about this place till someone told me about it. Growing up I was used to going with my Dad to the one in Kailua (back when you could drive up to the landfill mountain). After my Dad passed away, I did a lot of cleaning around the house. You must notify the guys waving you in if you have any metals. Depending on the day or the worker you can dump your metal waste in the separate bin located on the right hand side when driving in. Great place if you live in town for extra household rubbish that couldn't fit in your trash bins or for random cleaning days. If you have green waste from your yard, you must place it in garbage bags or they won't accept it. Unfortunately they are closed on Sundays but hey, the workers need a day of rest too! It stinks but it's a place for trash, what else is it suppose to smell like? Once you open your door; there's no stopping the smell from going in the car so be prepared. read more

We would like to extend our appreciation to a refuse inspector Henry Kaneakua for the amazing work done on April 18, 2023 for illegal dumping at 707 University Avenue, Honolulu 96826. Henry goes above and beyond to help us. He came to our property within a few hours after a phone call to investigate and even knock on each door at our neighborhood to gather information as to who did the illegal dumping. He also found out the illegal dumper's landlord to instruct on citation and fine if it happens again. Meanwhile he sent us the City Ordinance via email making sure we understand the policy. His eagerness to help as shown very punctual, positive skills and consistent following up to ensure the problem can be resolved for a very short time. Without a doubt, his professionalism has impressed us immensely that those illegal bulky items have completely removed from our property on April 20, 2023. I am so honored that Henry has shown a very strong commitment to his job to ensure the issue is completely resolved. His success is the utmost importance to us and to our communities, educating the cause and effect of illegal dumping on other people's properties. Henry's diligence, full sense of urgency to help, self-motivation, responsibilities, stay on track and take full charge of task etc...have exceeded our expectation...we can tell a positive air in the department. Thank you for Henry's hard work, sincerity and dedication through which he performed impressively. Henry Kaneakua desersves a recognition and a pay raise. read more

07/01/20 1pm-2-pm The shorter guy at the dump was rude today, he waive me to come then when i got to him when i rolled down window he said you gotta stop at the stop sign or next time there's not going to be a next time, like what?!, he said first time? I said yes it was my first time(at this location), but I know the rules from the .Gov website, then he said no metal or industrial waste(which I didn't have). The guys at the Kailua Kapaa Station are cooler. I guess that's why people are just dumping on the side of the roads because of people like him! read more

First time there today. Empty for a Saturday. Pretty cool, the guy at the front was suuuuuper nice and friendly . Will definitely come back to throw more junk away! read more

I love spring cleaning and vacation time because I love coming here to throw all my junk away. Only thing you can't throw here is metals but everything else you can dump. It does smell so bring a mask and make sure you don't wear your good shoes, sometimes it's a little slippery read more

You can bring items here to dump, including mattresses. They are close to Honolulu, Waikiki area and there's no charge

Limited to what you can throw away. The dump is indoors so it's really stink. read more

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