If your business generates waste tires — whether you're a tire shop, auto dealer, fleet operator, farm, or any other commercial operation — you have legal obligations under South Carolina law. This guide covers everything you need to know to stay compliant and protect your business.
Who This Applies To
SC DHEC waste tire regulations apply to any business that generates, stores, or transports waste tires, including:
The 500-Tire Storage Limit
Under SC DHEC Regulation 61-107.3, most businesses are limited to storing no more than 500 waste tires on-site at any time without additional permitting. This is a hard limit that DHEC enforces.
⚠️ What This Means for Your Business
A busy tire shop can hit 500 tires in a matter of weeks. If you don't have a reliable hauler picking up regularly, you could be in violation without realizing it. Schedule regular pickups to stay under the limit.
The Manifest Requirement
Every time waste tires leave your property, a signed manifest must accompany the load. This document records:
Keep your manifest copies for at least 3 years. In the event of a DHEC inspection or complaint, your manifests are your proof of compliance.
Always Use a Registered Hauler
This is the most important rule: always verify that your tire hauler is registered with SC DHEC before they pick up your tires.
If you use an unregistered hauler and those tires end up illegally dumped, you could still face liability — even though you paid someone to dispose of them. The manifest and the hauler's permit number are your protection.
Eco Tire Solutions LLC
SC DHEC Registered Waste Tire Hauler — Permit #WTH000541. We provide signed manifests on every pickup. Your business is always protected.
Setting Up Recurring Business Pickup
The best approach for any business that generates tires regularly is to set up a scheduled recurring pickup. Here's how it works with Eco Tire Solutions:
Call to Assess Your Volume
We'll discuss how many tires you generate per week or month to determine the right pickup frequency.
Set Up a Schedule
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly pickups — whatever keeps you under the 500-tire limit.
We Show Up on Schedule
No chasing us down. We arrive when we say we will, load the tires, and provide a signed manifest.
You Keep the Manifests
File your manifest copies for 3 years. You're always compliant and protected.
Business Pricing Overview
| Tire Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Passenger Tires | $4.00 each |
| Light Truck Tires | $6.00 each |
| Semi Tires | $22.00 each |
| Super Singles | $44.00 each |
| Environmental/Compliance Fee | $25 per transaction |
Volume discounts available for recurring business accounts. View full pricing →
Set Up Business Tire Pickup
Call Jack directly to set up a recurring pickup schedule for your business.