Jurisdiction: San Diego

Trash and Recycling Services (Residential) – Incorporated SD County

For trash and recycling services:

City of Carlsbad – Republic Services (760) 332-6464

City of Chula Vista – Republic Services (619) 421-9400

City of Coronado – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of Del Mar – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of El Cajon – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of Encinitas – EDCO (760) 436-4151

City of Escondido – Escondido Disposal (760) 745-3203

City of Imperial Beach – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of La Mesa – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of Lemon Grove – EDCO (619) 287-7555

City of National City – EDCO (619) 474-8855

City of Oceanside – Waste Management (760) 439-2824

City of Poway – EDCO (858) 748-7769

City of San Diego – Environmental Services Department 858-694-7000

City of San Marcos – EDCO (760) 744-2700

City of Santee – Waste Management (619) 596-5100

City of Solana Beach – EDCO (858) 350-8544

City of Vista – EDCO (760) 727-1600

Bulky Item Pick-up (Residential) – Incorporated SD County

The following cities offer bulky item collection:

City of Carlsbad –  Republic Services (760) 332-6464 Up to five bulky household items / three times annually at no charge. Residents who have already scheduled their three free collections can request a bulk item collection for a fee.

City of Chula Vista – Republic Services (619) 421-9400 Up to 10 bulky items picked up weekly, or 60 items in a 90 day period, free of charge. Additional items can be picked up for a small fee.

City of Coronado – EDCO (619) 522-7380 Bulky item pickup is scheduled twice a year: once in the Spring and once in the Fall.

City of Del Mar  – EDCO (619) 287-7555 three (3) free bulky pickups per year, up to five items per pickup. Please note: Multifamily complexes of less than five units receive Residential Services, and Multifamily complexes of five units or more receive Commercial Services.

City of El Cajon  – EDCO (619) 287-7555. Two (2) free bulky pickups per year

City of Encinitas – EDCO (760) 436-4151 service is offered for a nominal fee

City of Escondido – Escondido Disposal (760) 745-3203 Bulk item pickup is offered for $14.51 per item, while refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners are $58.03 each because of the refrigerants.

City of Imperial Beach – EDCO (619) 287-7555 two FREE bulky item pick-ups per year

City of La Mesa  – EDCO (619) 287-7555  bulky item pickup for a nominal fee

City of Lemon Grove – EDCO (619) 287-7555  bulky item pickup for a nominal fee

City of National City – EDCO (619) 474-8855 This service is offered free of charge on a quarterly basis, limited to three items.

City of Oceanside – Waste Management (760) 439-2824  Call Waste Management Inc., no later than 48 hours before your regularly scheduled trash day for a limited number of large household items.

City of Poway – EDCO (858) 748-7769 bulky item pickup for a nominal fee

City of San Marcos – EDCO (760) 744-2700 call to schedule an appointment.

City of Santee – Waste Management (619) 596-5100 two (2) free bulky pickups per year, up to six items per pickup

City of Solana Beach – EDCO (858) 350-8544 bulky item pickup for for a nominal fee

City of Vista – EDCO (760) 727-1600 bulky item pickup for a nominal fee

City of San Diego residents should contact Environmental Services Department at sdrecyclingworks@sandiego.gov or 858-694-7000 https://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services.  The City of San Diego does not provide an on-demand bulky item pickup service for single family homes, but you may request a Community Cleanup if available.

 

Bulk waste includes items that are typically too large to be disposed of in your regular curbside trash container. To help you get rid of these large items, these waste haulers offer easy bulk trash pickup for recycling or disposal, so you don’t have to haul them to a landfill.

Bulk items typically include:*

  • Couches
  • Lamps
  • Rugs
  • Mattresses
  • Large Appliances without Freon

The North Face Outlet – Las Americas

Their Clothes the Loop program encourages people to drop off unwanted clothing and footwear at The North Face Retail and Outlet Stores. Recycle your used apparel and footwear (any condition, any brand) at our stores and earn a $10 reward toward your next purchase of $100 or more at The North Face.

The items dropped in our collection bins are sent to our non-profit partner, Soles4Souls. Their mission is to create sustainable jobs and provide relief through the distribution of shoes and clothing. The items put into our bins are used for disaster relief or micro-enterprise programs that aim to provide small entrepreneurs with business opportunities.

Since they started Clothes the Loop, people have brought in more than 95,000 pounds of clothing and footwear to The North Face US stores for reuse and recycling. Click Here to find a The North Face retail store near you in North America and click Here to find an Outlet store.

Clothes the Loop

Madewell – Fashion Valley

Madewell accepts denim for recycling and gives $20 discount on a new Madewell pair of jeans.  Recycling also available through their website.

Mary’s Tack and Feed (AniMeals Pet Food Donation Program) – Del Mar

Donations support the furry companions of senior citizens in the AniMeals Program operated by the Helen Woodward Animal Shelter.

Program needs donations of any brand of dry and canned cat/dog food. Food should be unopened, unexpired, and non-prescription. Ziploc Freezer quart and gallon bags are also accepted for packing food up in weekly portions. Dog and cat treats are accepted as well.

Best Buy – Carmel Mountain

Best Buy will recycle electronics regardless of where you bought it, how old it is or who made it.

Special instructions:

  • Consumers may drop off old cell phones, rechargeable batteries, inkjet/toner cartridges, and more at no cost at a kiosk, just inside the door of every single U.S. Best Buy store
  • Limit 3 items per household per day

See website for complete list of accepted and unaccepted items.

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2-1-1 San Diego is a free, 24 hour confidential phone service and searchable online database that connects people with community, health and disaster services.

Save Our Water

This website allows you to easily report and send pictures of leaks or water waste from your smartphone, tablet, laptop or desktop computer. Simply select the type of water waste from the list, type in the address and click send. Your report is directed to the water agency serving the location where the report was made. You don’t need to know the name of the local water agency or how to contact them, this website does it for you.

Free Sandbags for Rain/Soil Erosion Control – Incorporated SD County

Sells sand and gravel.  Does not accept for recycling.

Sandbags are available for residents throughout the County. Agencies across the county are offering free sand and sandbags to residents within their jurisdiction to help protect homes, neighborhoods, streets, and other properties from flooding and soil erosion. Residents need only to bring their own shovel to the locations listed. It is a good idea to call ahead to confirm sand and bag availability.

For a list of locations offering sandbags to both city and unincorporated areas go to:

https://www.alertsandiego.org/en-us/preparedness/flooding

 

 

Carlsbad
For a list of locations, visit: https:// www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/ emergency-services/potentialhazards

Limited to 10 sandbags per household. Sandbags are prefilled. Please call 442-339-2980 with questions

El Cajon
City of El Cajon Public Works
1050 Vernon Way
El Cajon, CA 92020

24 hrs./day, 7 days/week P: 619-441-1658

*City of El Cajon incorporated residents only (ID Required)

Chula Vista
1800 Maxwell Road Chula Vista, CA 91911

M – Th., 6:30 AM – 3 PM (arrive prior to 3:00 PM)
Every other Fri. 6:30 AM – 3 PM P: 619-397-6000

* City of Chula Vista residents only
* Limit 10 bags per residents with ID

Encinitas
For more information, visit:
https://encinitasca.gov/Government/ Departments/Public-Works/FieldOperations/StreetMaintenance#Sandbags

P: 760-633-2800

Coronado
– Corner of 1st Street & Alameda Blvd.
– Corner of 4th Street & Alameda Blvd.
– North Beach Restrooms: 320 Ocean Blvd., Coronado, CA 92118

M-Th., 7 AM – 4:30 PM Fri., 7 AM – 3:30 PM

P: 619-522-7380

*City of Coronado residents only

Escondido
Escondido Sports Center
3333 Bear Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92025
M – Fri., 8 AM – 5 PM
P: 760-839-4668
*Limit 10 bags per resident with ID *Bring shovel with you

Del Mar
2240 Jimmy Durante Blvd.
Del Mar, CA 92014
M – F 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Del Mar Public Works: 858 -755 -3294

Imperial Beach
865 Imperial Beach Blvd.
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
M – Fri., 8:00AM—5:00PM
(Closed every other Friday)
P: 619-423-8223

La Mesa
8152 Commercial St.
La Mesa, CA 91942
M -Th. 6 AM – 3:30 PM and Every other Fri. 6 AM – 2:30 PM
P: 619-667-1450

*City residents only (ID Required)

Lemon Grove
7853 Central Avenue,
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
M – Fri. 8 AM – 5 PM

P: 619-825-3835

*Limit 10 bags. City residents only

San Marcos
201 Mata Way
San Marcos, CA 92069
24 hrs. (self-serve in parking lot)
San Marcos Public Works: 760-752-7550

National City
For more information, visit:
www.nationalcityca.gov/ government/fire/fire-administration/ get-free-sandbags

P: 619-336-4580

Santee
9534 Via Zapador
Santee, CA 92071

Self-serve outside gate
Available 24 hrs
P: 619-258-4195 ext. 300

Oceanside

City Operations Center
4927 Oceanside Blvd.
(760) 435-4500
Mon – Fri. 9 AM – 2 PM
10 bags per resident (bring shovel)

Moody’s Recycling
3210 Oceanside Blvd.
Hours vary– Call ahead
P: 760-433-3316
Free sandbags (you shovel) or pre-filled bags for $1.50Poway

For a list of locations, visit: Poway.org/245/Winter-Storms

Vista
1165 E. Taylor St.
Vista, CA 92084

M – Th. 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Every other Fri. 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Vista Public Works Department: 760-639-6177

City of San Diego – Bags only, available at the following recreation centers.  Sandbags are limited to 10 bags per City of San Diego household or business, and sand is not provided.  For more information contact Stormwater Division at 619-235-1000

Council District 1
Pacific Beach Recreation Center
1405 Diamond St.
San Diego 92109		 Council District 2
North Clairemont Recreation Center
4421 Bannock Ave.
San Diego 92117		 Council District 2
Robb Athletic Field
2525 Bacon St.
San Diego 92107
Council District 3
Golden Hill Recreation Center
2600 Golf Course Dr.
San Diego 92102		 Council District 4
Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreation Center
6401 Skyline Dr.
San Diego 92114		 Council District 5
Scripps Ranch Recreation Center
11454 Blue Cypress Dr.
San Diego 92131
Council District 6
Standley Recreation Center
3585 Governor Dr.
San Diego 92122		 Council District 7
Allied Gardens Recreation Center
5155 Greenbrier Ave.
San Diego 92120		 Council District 8
San Ysidro Community Activity Center
179 Diza Rd.
San Diego 92173
Council District 9
City Heights Recreation Center
4380 Landis St.
San Diego 92105

For more information on County flooding resources pleas visit here.

Post-Storm Sandbag Guidance

With rainy season approaching, residents may want to consider keeping their sandbags (filled or empty) for reuse.  Generally, clean and dry sandbags can be stored out of the sunlight in a covered, above-ground location.

If used sandbags are uncontaminated, you can empty the sand and then save, repurpose or dispose of the empty bags.

If you see or suspect that your sandbags are contaminated (e.g., in contact with raw sewage, industrial chemicals, petroleum products, etc.), handle them with protective gear, including gloves and protective eyewear.  Dispose of them at select landfills or through a hazardous waste contractor (as appropriate).  As additional handling and paperwork will be required, please contact the landfill facility or operator in advance for more information

Do not place bags in recycle bin.   Empty bags can be placed in trash cans if you choose not to reuse them.  You may also take them directly to a landfill.  Local landfills (Miramar, Sycamore, Otay, and Borrego Springs) can accept sandbags used for stormwater control during the recent storm.

Full sandbags should not be placed in carts or dumpsters for pick-up (due to their weight).  The sand can be raked into soil or added to planters or flowerbeds as a soil amendment instead.

For questions not covered here, incorporated city residents can contact 1-800-237-BLUE or 1-800-237-2583

Impact Environmental Co.

Junk Removal Recycling and Demolition Contractor

Locally-owned and operated in San Diego since 2016.

 

Report Illegal Dumping – Incorporated SD County

If you live in an incorporated area in San Diego County and you would like to report illegal dumping, please see the following list:

-City of Carlsbad Streets Maintenance and Traffic 760-434-2980
-City of Chula Vista Public Works Centers (619) 397-6000
-City of Coronado Public Services 619-522-7380
-City of Del Mar Clean Water Program 858-704-3652
-City of El Cajon Code Compliance (619) 441-1742
-City of Encinitas Stormwater Management 760-633-2787
-City of Escondido Public Works 760-839-4668
-City of Imperial Beach Community Development (619) 628-1358
-City of La Mesa Storm Water Hotline at 619-667-1134
-City of Lemon Grove Public Works 619-825-3810
-City of National City Stormwater Division 619-336-4389
-City of Oceanside Maintenance 760-435-4500
-City of Poway Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program 858-668-4653
-City of San Diego Get-It-Done App https://getitdone.force.com/TSWNewReport?type=Illegal%20Dumping  or call Environmental Services Department 858-694-7000
-City of San Marcos Stormwater Management 760-633-2787
-City of Santee Code Enforcement (619) 258-4100 Ext. 206
-City of Solana Beach Stormwater Pollution Hotline 858-720-4424
-City of Vista Public Works 760-639-6177

If you are having trouble locating the phone number for your city, you may call I Love A Clean San Diego at (800) 237-2583

Dumpster Rentals

Need a Dumpster Rental? We’ll Help you Clear the Way for What’s Next

At Dumpsters.com, we’re dedicated to providing outstanding customer service you wouldn’t expect from a trash collection company. If you’re a homeowner or contractor with a big project, we’ll take the time to understand the details and find the best temporary dumpster rental for your needs. Own a business or manage a property? We’ll tailor our commercial garbage service to your waste stream. From placing your order to pick up, our straight-forward rental process saves you time so you can focus on the real work.

 

Animal Removal from Fire Impacted Areas

Deceased Animal Disposal

If you have deceased animals on your property, it is your responsibility to remove them within 24 to 48 hours. For safety and health reasons animals must be buried,

  • in separate pits
  • on sites with at least 5 acres to allow for setback and restrictions
  • deep enough to cover the top of the carcass with 3 feet of compacted soil, earth, or ground to prevent invasion by  other animals
  • at least 100 feet from any standing or flowing water including streams, creeks, lakes, ponds, wells, and springs to prevent water contamination.
  • at least 5 feet from any ground water to prevent contamination
  • at least 25 feet from embankments, property lines, and structures other than homes
  • at least 100 feet from homes, roads, and highways

Members of the public requiring removal of dead animals can call the County’s Department of Animal Services Emergency Dispatch at (619) 236-2341. Dispatchers will ask for the location of the animal, the type of animal, and number of animals to be removed.

For information on disposal services, cremation, and landfills accepting deceased animals, contact Solid Waste Local Enforcement Agency, (858) 495-5810.

For commercial livestock losses contact the County Veterinarian at (858) 694-2888.

TLC Animal Removal

Our services include:

  • Removing animals anytime & by appointment
  • Transportation for disposal or cremation
  • Transportation to facilities for Necropsy
  • Or any other plans you have for your animal

Large Animal Removal

DECEASED HORSE AND LIVESTOCK REMOVAL FOR SAN DIEGO COUNTY

We offer fast and compassionate Deceased Horse and Livestock Removal and Disposal and Cremation Services

DECEASED ANIMALS WE REMOVE INCLUDE:

Horses, Cattle, Sheep, Goats, Cows, Mules, Llamas, and Donkeys

(We specialize in large animal removal only (Horse, Livestock, etc.) Please call your city or county animal control office for small dead animal disposal.)

Call our San Diego phone in your area code for an immediate quote on our fast and compassionate large animal removal.

760-691-0314

858-722-3575

619-600-1550

Kaiser Permanente Pharmacy – San Diego

The program is open to Kaiser Permanente health plan members and nonmembers.

Pharmacy located on the 1st Floor. See ‘Pharmacy’ section on website for more details. 

Medications 

Patients can drop their unwanted drugs into secure collection kiosks located in some Kaiser Permanente pharmacy lobbies. The kiosks are available during normal business hours.

See website for items they do AND do not accept. For other items not accepted, contact your local or county waste service.

Tips for safe disposal:

– Keep your medication in original bottles or containers (rather than placing in baggies). Mark out or remove your personal information so it can’t be seen

– To avoid spills, please don’t put loose pills in the kiosk or mailer

– To throw away needles, syringes, or lancets, ask your pharmacist where to find the nearest collection container.

Superior Ready Mix – Otay Mesa

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Superior Ready Mix – Miramar

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Ray & Joan Kroc Center – Family Resource Center

 

The Kroc Center is always in need of the following food items:

  • Peanut butter
  • canned meat (chicken, fish)
  • canned vegetables and fruit
  • pasta, beans
  • boxed cereal
  • oatmeal
  • boxed side dishes

The Kroc Center also needs:

  • Travel-size shampoo and conditioner
  • deodorant
  • soap
  • toothbrushes
  • toothpaste
  • combs
  • Baby formula formula
  • diapers
  • wipes

Others:

  • Cars
  • Clothing
  • Furniture

Burrito Boyz

In-kind donations include:

  • Tortillas
  • eggs
  • cheese
  • potatoes
  • salt and pepper
  • aluminium foil
  • water
  • fruit
  • toilet paper
  • plastic/paper bags
  • Unopened hygiene/feminine hygiene products
  • dog and cat food and treats
  • books
  • kids toys
  • blankets
  • backpacks
  • tarpaulins

If you are able to donate any of these kind of items, please contact us directly at michael@burritoboyz.org or call us at (858) 254-6230. We can then discuss what you might have for us, how we can use it, and pickup/dropoff details.

Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank

For businesses: Accepting Perishable and non-perishable foods including produce and prepared meals

This organization partners with a wide range of non-profits and food recovery organizations and can help connect you to organizations in

If you have questions about donating please contact Kayla Thomson, Food Procurement Team, at DonateFood@sandiegofoodbank.org.

 

For the public:  non-perishable food donations only

Their walk-in donation hours are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. No appointment is necessary. Located in Miramar at 9850 Distribution Ave. San Diego, CA 92121. Please follow signs for Shipping & Receiving.

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF OUR MOST NEEDED FOOD ITEMS

 

Recycle for Life

“Electronic waste or e-waste describes discarded electrical or electronic devices. Used electronics which are destined for reuse, resale, salvage, recycling or disposal are also considered as e-waste.” (Source: Wikipedia) 

Here’s What We Accept:

  • Lead Acid
  • UPS
  • NiCad
  • Lithium Ion
  • Computers
  • Laptops
  • Servers
  • CRT / Glass Monitors
  • Printers
  • Copiers
  • Microwaves
  • VCR / DVD / CD Players
  • AMPs
  • Hard Drives
  • Power Supplies
  • Televisions
  • Satellite Boxes
  • Toner and Ink Cartridges
  • Recordable Media
  • Scanners
  • Data Tape
  • Keyboards
  • Mice
  • Video Equipment
  • Wire
  • Cables
  • Software
  • Routers
  • Switches
  • Network
  • Optical Drives
  • Medical Equipment
  • Laboratory Equipment
  • Material Testing Equipment
  • Cellular Telephones
  • Telephones
  • Telephone Systems
  • RAM Memory
  • Flash Memory
  • Tablets
  • Netbooks
  • Small Appliances
  • LCD Screens
  • Power Strips
  • Just about anything that plugs in and is used in an office

Here’s What We Don’t Accept:

  • Lamps / Fluorescent Tubes
  • Air Conditioning Units
  • Alkaline Batteries
  • Large Appliances
  • Antifreeze
  • Oil
  • Cardboard
  • Paper
  • Metal

Welch’s Tires, Inc

The moment your vehicle starts showing signs of malfunctioning, come to them rather than having your car break down in the middle of the road. Mechanical problems with your car are sometimes not easily noticed, so before you decide to experiment with the problem yourself, consult them for a free estimate. They will accurately pinpoint the problem with your automobile. Their mechanics will help you with any automobile problem regarding struts, fuel oil, brakes, shocks and more.
Theyprovide the following services:
  • Shocks
  • Brakes
  • Alignment
  • Struts
  • Oil Change
  • Tune-ups
  • Computer Diagnostics

Sun Harbor Marina | Fishing Line Recycling

Six stations as follows:
  • One station mounted on a pole at base of main ramp
  • One station found at Sun Harbor Marina Parking Lot East post
  • One station found at Sun Harbor Marina Parking Lot 2nd post
  • One station found at Sun Harbor Marina Parking Lot 3rd post
  • One station found at Sun Harbor Marina Parking Lot 4th post
  • One station found at Sun Harbor Marina Parking Lot 5th post

Garage Door Medics

Their experts are on call 24/7 to repair your residential garage door. Their professional, friendly technicians arrive in uniform and wrapped trucks ready to address your concern.

Including San Diego residential and commercial garage door services.

Bronco Spas

Services Offered
  • Hot Tub Maintenance
  • Hot Tub Repair
  • Pumps
  • Heaters
  • Control Systems
  • Filters
  • Ozonators
  • Sanitizers
  • Leaks
  • Spa Covers
  • Spa Repair
  • Spa Maintenance

License #701994

Allan Company

This location will accept paper, glass, and some metals. Call to confirm accepted items.

Be sure to sort and separate California Beverage Containers.

If you’re bringing in CRV containers, these need to be separated by materials and from other recyclables. This is state law which we must follow.

Also provides business hauling recycling services.

Pacific Drive Skateboard Shop (I Ride I Recycle Program)

Keep broken or old skateboards out of the landfill!

PB Skate Shop serves as a collection center for the I Ride I Recycle program. Residents can drop off broken skateboards at this location to be recycled.   You can also try Slappy’s Garage. Or, you can send them to IRide via UPS Airbill free of charge.  Contact 310-703-7363 or susanne@artofboard.com for more information.

Columbia Factory Store (ReThreads Program)

Columbia’s Rethreads program encourages consumers to bring in their used clothing and shoes of any brand in clean, dry condition, to our participating retail stores to be given a new life. Find a Columbia store near you, here.

Garments and footwear that are dropped in ReThreads bins in each Columbia store, will be sent to a textiles processing facility through I:CO, a textile recycling solutions provider.  The products are then sorted, reprocessed, and reused or recycled.  Items that are still wearable find new homes through the second-hand market. Unwearable items are reused for products like cleaning cloths or recycled into fibers for new products such as insulation, carpet padding, stuffing for toys and even new fabrics.

Sew Hut

SEW Hut’s service department provides service for ALL types of sewing machines, sergers, and embroidery machines. All service is done on location with a technical team that is up to date on the latest information and education. Our technician is on hand to give advice and listen to customer needs.

Total Secure Shredding

At Total Secure Shredding they charge a flat rate of $6.95 for a standard size (10x12x15) file box.

Walk-ins are always welcome, no appointment is necessary.

Mobile shredding & pick-up options available.

In addition to paper shredding, they offer media shredding

Hard drives

CDs & DVDs

VHS tapes

PDAs & phones

Cassettes

Disks & diskettes

 

They also offer X-Ray recycling services:

dental x-rays are $40/box

medical x-rays not in the sleeves are free to recycle

medical x-ray in the sleeve are $6.95/banker’s box

I-HAUL

Serving all of San Diego County

  • North San Diego
  • East San Diego
  • Coastal San Diego
  • South San Diego
  • Central/Downtown San Diego

Silverback Hauling & Demolition

We specialize in the following areas:

  • Household Hauling and Junk Removal: This includes all types of furniture, beds, couches, garage debris, closet junk.
  • Real Estate and Property Management: Removal of tenant debris to get the property ready to be sold. Keeping your commercial property clean from items to large for the dumpster.
  • Yard Waste/Greenery
  • Construction Debris and Jobsite Cleanup : Keep your jobsite maintained and hazard free with hauling of your project demolition and building debris.
  • Demolition Contractor : Fully licensed and insured, Silverback can provide an experienced first step in your construction or renovation project. We offer a full line of services for residential and commercial demolition—covering both interior and exterior needs.
  • Appliance and E-Waste Recycling : Silverback can recycle obsolete electronics such as televisions and computer monitors as well as old appliances like refrigerators and ovens. We safely recycle all e-waste on the residential and commercial level.

PaintCare Large-Volume Pickup Service

If you have a large amount of unwanted paint (100+ gallons), PaintCare offers a free service that benefits both you and their volunteer drop-off sites — you don’t have to take your paint to a drop-off site a little at a time, and they don’t get overwhelmed with large volumes of paint. This service is only available to households or businesses with at least 100 gallons of paint that are located in a PaintCare state or jurisdiction (CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI or VT).

To learn more, please review the fact sheet provided on their webpage. Then call PaintCare — or fill out and submit the LVP Request Form — to request an appointment.

PPG Paints (PaintCare Program)

This location will accept architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings sold in containers of 5 gallons or less.

They do not accept:

  • Aerosol
  • Industrial
  • Original equipment
  • Specialty coatings

This location will accept paint under the following conditions:

  • Paint must be in its original container
  • Container must be labeled
  • Container must be in good condition and not leaking
  • Container must be five gallons in size or smaller.

Drop-off sites may establish limits on the quantity of products they accept. Generally, the limit in small stores will be lower than in large store. Please check with the site if you have more than 5 gallons.

In addition to residents, this program is available to trade painters, contractors and other businesses with one restriction: If your business produces more than 27 gallons of hazardous waste per month, you may only use the drop-off sites for your latex paint and not for your oil-based paint. To learn more about the 27-gallon restriction, contact PaintCare or the California Department of Toxic Substances at 855-724-6809.

Tech 24

Commercial cooking equipment, refrigeration, beverage equipment, and foodservice HVAC repair and service

Their services include:

  • On site commercial cooking equipment repair (including factory-authorized warranty service)
  • Installation or removal
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment refurbishments
  • Independent quality assessments

Commercial cooking equipment service and repair:

  • Combi Ovens
  • Convection Ovens
  • High-speed Convection Ovens
  • Salamanders
  • Charbroilers
  • Ranges
  • Microwaves
  • Toasters
  • Grills
  • Griddles
  • Kettles
  • Tilt Skillets
  • Fryers
  • Steamers
  • Steam Tables
  • Proofers
  • Booster Heaters
  • Rethermalizers
  • Heat Lamps
  • Heated Wells
  • Warmers
  • Dish Washers
  • Warewashing

Refrigeration equipment service and repair:

  • Ice Makers
  • Coolers
  • Refrigerators
  • Freezers
  • Walk-In Coolers
  • Walk-In Freezers
  • Keg Coolers
  • Beer Coolers
  • Bottle Coolers
  • Reach-In Refrigerators
  • Reach-In Freezers
  • Make Tables
  • Prep Tables
  • Undercounted Refrigerators
  • Undercounted Freezers
  • Blast Chillers
  • Blast Freezers
  • Display Cases

Hot & Cold beverage equipment service and repair:

  • Coffee equipment — brewers and grinders
  • Super Automatic
  • Espresso machines
  • Powdered Cappuccino machines
  • Tea brewers
  • Hot chocolate
  • Hot water dispensers
  • Soup dispensers
  • Fountain machines
  • Frozen beverage machines
  • Ice makers
  • Juice dispensers

HVAC equipment service and repair:

  • On site commercial foodservice HVAC repair (including factory-authorized warranty service)
  • Installation or removal
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Equipment refurbishments
  • Independent quality assessment

Community Christian Service Agency – Pacific Beach

This location will accept clothing, non-perishable food donations, personal hygiene products, and more.

For a full list of acceptable items, visit the website link above or call for more information.

Donations may be delivered during client service hours Monday to Friday. Contact the center to be sure someone who can do heavy lifting will be available to help with unloading donations.

Hidden Resources

In addition to composting management, Rich Flammer and his merry band of associates work on a diverse array of resource management projects, including Zero Waste plans, education, public outreach, source reduction, landfill diversion, producer responsibility, resource conservation, toxic-free landscaping and agriculture, and the highest and best use of all discarded materials.

Bird’s Surf Shed | San Diego | Suga Wetsuit Recycling and Surf Wax Upcycling

Wetsuit Recycling Drop Off Location

Give Suga your tired, your weary, your wounded.  Suga will take ’em!  Just please make sure they’re dry – they don’t like stinky wetsuits any more than you do.

In exchange for your wetsuit, Suga is happy to provide you with a 10% discount (include your email address with your donation). You can drop off your unwanted wetsuits at the drop-box located at this shop.

Suga up-cycles and re-purposes wet-suits into yoga mats (SugaMat).

 

Come be a part of history in the making with the world’s first surf wax upcycling program and take advantage of this new opportunity to properly dispose of your non biodegradable wax when you strip your boards.

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Tow Boat US San Diego

Towing, salvage and wreck removal services for boats.

Check website for full list of services.

At-Home Medical

Medical supply store that offers repair services for wheelchairs and scooters.

Eric’s Medical Supply

At our family-owned-and-operated establishment, we work closely with you to deliver the exceptional products and services that fit your exact, personal needs. With over 25 years of experience, we understand the ins and outs of the industry and are experts in delivering solutions that are customized to fit your specific situation. We keep our prices competitive, and we’ll beat any in-store price in town! For the best deals, be sure to ask about our great selection of well-maintained, used inventory.

We offer a large assortment of top-quality medical products that will provide for you a better quality of life and ensure your comfort in all situations. Some items we offer include:

  • Hospital Beds
  • Lift Chairs
  • Wheelchairs
  • Scooters and Power Chairs
  • Walkers and Rollators
  • Crutches
  • Canes
  • Bathroom Safety Products
  • Nursing Supplies
  • Incontinence Supplies
  • Orthopedics
  • Accessories . . . and more!

Additionally, we provide equipment repair services, installations, and rental equipment.

FREE 2-DAY DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER $100!

Helen Woodward Animal Center (AniMeals Pet Food Donation Program)

Donations support the furry companions of senior citizens in the AniMeals Program operated by the Helen Woodward Animal Shelter.

Program needs donations of any brand of dry and canned cat/dog food. Food should be unopened, unexpired, and non-prescription. Ziploc Freezer quart and gallon bags are also accepted for packing food up in weekly portions. Dog and cat treats are accepted as well.

Bikes del Pueblo (Pop Up Bike Repair Clinic)

Bikes del Pueblo is a DIY  educational bike collective based out of San Diego that focuses on teaching people bike maintenance skills, providing accessible bicycles and bike parts, and contributing to the many communities in the area that use bikes.

Bikes del Pueblo does not charge for services but accept donations to keep us in operation. No one is turned away for lack of money.

Bike Clinic
 
Sunday
10 AM – 3 PM
at PopUp15Lot

Saturday
9 AM – 12 PM
at City Heights Farmer’s Market

Locations

PopUp15Lot 
intersection of El Cajon Boulevard and Central Avenue
Bikes del Pueblo’s main location is in a modified shipping container with a paved outdoor work space. Bikes del Pueblo stores parts, bikes, and tools here. Come to this location if your bike needs parts (such as saddles, tires, handlebars), a specialized tool (such as a truing stand) or more in-depth repair that requires more than 1/2 hour.
City Heights Farmer’s Market
intersection of Fairmount Avenue and Wightman Street
A smaller, more minimal clinic set up under a tent at the City Heights Farmers Market. They do NOT bring parts so are not able to help you with major fixes at this location. They can help you with patching a flat, minor adjustments (brakes, shifters, hubs) and replacing tubes, cable, and housing. If your bike needs more work than this, visit during hours at the PopUp15Lot.

Goodwill Store Retail – Downtown

Schedule Pickup

Goodwill provides free donation pickup services for large furniture and large quantities of items (corporate donations, pallets, 50+ boxes, etc.). Pickups are not available on demand, which may result in up to a one month wait time. For more details or to schedule a pickup, please contact donations customer service at (619) 225-2200 extension 197 or email donate@sdgoodwill.org. Representatives are available Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.

Carini Air

The heating, air conditioning, and plumbing installation and service technicians at Carini Heating, Air and Plumbing are factory-trained, licensed, insured, and knowledgeable in all areas of their respective trades for San Diego homeowners and businesses. Our HVAC teams are educated and certified in the installation and repair of traditional central heating and air conditioning systems, heat pumps, the latest advances in green technology and ductless mini split configurations. Our plumbing professionals are trained in all areas of plumbing installation and repair, including tankless water heaters, drain cleaning, whole home water filtration, and all types of kitchen and bath appliances. We specialize in Air Conditioning Repair in San Diego and plumbing for vintage and historical homes; traditional home retrofits; custom homes and light commercial applications.

Our product line includes the most cost competitive traditional heating and air conditioning products from Bryant Heating and Cooling, a division of Carrier Corporation; and we are the leading contractor of Mitsubishi Ductless Mini Splits for home and business installations in all of Southern California.

SDair

Services:

-Commercial HVAC Services

-Cooling: AC Repairs & Installations

-Heating: Furnace Repairs & Installations

Ace Coolers, Inc.

Coupons available on website.

Installation and repairs for all your refrigeration heating and cooling needs.

Donation Town

Platform to schedule a charity donation pick up for household items.

Visit their website to see participating locations.

RCOM Radio

Is your facilities radio communications degraded with poor coverage, dead spots, static or transmission break-up? RCOM Radio can help.

RCOM Radio will come to your facility and provide On-Site Diagnostics services and tune-up your repeater and antenna systems to peak performance. They will eliminate system static and dead spots to keep your people in the loop.

Baker Marine

For over 70 years, Baker Marine in San Diego has been repairing binoculars for the general public and government agencies.

Residential Black Trash Bin

Additional or replacement black trash, blue recycling and green organic waste recycling containers are available for City-serviced customers and can be purchased online with a credit card. Containers can also be purchased with a credit card and picked up in person by visiting Environmental Services Department, Collection Services Division at 8353 Miramar Place, San Diego, Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

City-issued containers are expected to have a lifespan of 10 years. If the container becomes defective before the 10-year warranty is up, a prorated fee will apply to the replacement. More information about customer container eligibility and standards of collection service can be found here. 

Postal Annex – Otay Mesa

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services.

See website for coupons.

Postal Annex – La Jolla

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

Postal Annex – Liberty Station

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.

This location offers paper shredding services. $1/lb

See website for coupons.

Generatehope

GenerateHope accepts new and used in-kind donations.  There is an Amazon list of needed items on their website. More about the organization: GenerateHope is a safe place for survivors of sex trafficking to heal and find restoration in long-term housing and trauma-informed therapy, education, and vocational support. Since recovery from sexual exploitation is a long-term process, GenerateHope provides safety, community, and individualized life skills support to work through the deep trauma and discover a healthy, purpose-filled life.

GenerateHope has locations in both San Diego and Northern Colorado

GenerateHope is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization    EIN 26-3405689 

Second Chance Dog Rescue

Second Chance Dog Rescue is ALWAYS in need of the following items:

  • Wire and Plastic crates in all sizes and in good working order.
  • Leashes, collars, and harnesses in all sizes
  • Kibble and canned DOG FOOD: Adult, Puppy, Senior and Prescription food are all accepted. They will accept broken bags from pet stores or barely used bags. They will also accept cat food as it can be used as treats or help a sick dog take a pill with gusto
  • Medications, new and un-opened syringes and medical dressings, e-collars, muzzles. They use prescription medications as directed by our veterinarian
  • Flea treatments
  • Baby or Pet gates
  • Folding wire portable fence pet pens (aka exercise pens or x-pens)
  • Shampoos, clippers, dog baths and other grooming supplies
  • Dog supplements such as glucosamine & chondroitin and fish oil capsules
  • Postage stamps
  • Gas cards

They also welcome the donation of these items:

  • Dog beds
  • Dog bowls
  • Puppy pee pads
  • Crate mats, old towels, small washable rugs
  • Enzyme and stain cleaning aids such as Nature’s Miracle or Anti Icky Poo
  • Rescue Remedy
  • Dog toys: nylabones, kongs, puzzle toys, teething toys
  • Bungie cords
  • Office supplies: boxes of printer paper, 2 pocket folders, heavyweight plastic page protectors, binder clips, mailing labels
  • Working digital cameras

Our volunteers who sew for the rescue will appreciate donations of:

  • Fabric yardage and remnants for making dog beds, dog bed slipcovers, kennel covers, belly bands (for male dogs), take-home leashes, event tablecloths,
  • Crate blankets, and toys (sturdy woven fabrics are the most versatile, such as cottons, twill, denim, broadcloth, and polar fleece)
  • Small blankets (fleeces & throws that can easily in the laundry).
  • Thread
  • Fiberfill for dog beds and toy stuffing
  • Sew-on Velcro (aka hook & loop tape)
  • Working portable sewing machines to recruit new sewers

If you have any new or used items to donate, please email to arrange with us to accept items:

supplies@secondchancedogrescue.org

USO San Diego

In-kind donations of goods and services help to fulfill USO San Diego’s mission of serving and supporting military members and their families.

Accepted donations include: Household goods, food donations, and vehicle donations.

Please call to verify accepted items.

If you have a large donation, please call ahead so that they can prepare for it!

Mario’s Lawn Mower Service and Repair

They sharpen blades and chainsaw chains. As well as fixing starter cords. All same-day service If possible. Give them a call if you have any questions! (619) 236-1202

Adjustable Bed Repair San Diego

At Adjustable Bed Repair of San Diego, we offer on-site adjustable bed repair service to residential and commercial business’ in San Diego and the surrounding areas. Our professional staff are certified on all major brands, e.g., Leggett & Platt, Reverie, Sleep Comfort, Ergomotion, Select Comfort, Craftmatic etc…  We also repair discontinued models, foreign manufactured, and hospital units.  Established in 2007, we are positioned to offer flexible service times at a very competitive price. Feel free to contact out staff at anytime during business hours, we will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.

Appliance Service Expert

Appliance Service Expert is a local repair service company serving DelMar and Scripps Ranch in San Diego areas.

Our company was established in 2008. Within short period of time we were able to stand out with quality service and affordable prices. We repair top Brands and Models of Refrigerators, Freezers, Washers, Dryers, Dishwashers, Ovens, Cook tops.
Every single customer is happy with the quality of our work and repairs. Because we are reliable and professional in action and appearance.
Our personal is honest, reliable, affordable and capable of repairing even the most challenging problems. We are happy to serve you with high quality and commitment.

Our mission is to give our customer a peace of mind and confidence that their household is in good hands.

Ace Appliance Service

We service: refrigerators, microwaves, ranges, wall ovens, stoves, wine coolers, downdraft fans, dishwashers, garbage disposals, trash compactors, ice makers, washers and dryers, freezers.

We also repair and service coin operated washers and dryers, install new appliances, provide property management appliance maintenance.

Luna Video Games – San Diego

Console repair service for broken video game systems. Also buys back what is sold, bring in unwanted games for cash or trade credit.

Larson Sharpening Inc.

Larson Sharpening, Inc. is a one-stop shop for all your blade sharpening needs. Our premier sharpening service in San Diego, CA sharpens and repairs clippers, cutters, blades and other instruments for animal groomers, barbers, veterinarians and medical professionals. Trust us to return razor-sharp instruments that work like new.

Box Galaxy

This location will accept packing peanuts for reuse.

Update Green

Residents

Electronic Waste (E-waste) will be accepted free of charge as drop off

Businesses

Free E-waste pickup for businesses, call for details

Besides accepting electronics waste, they also accept office supplies, equipment and furniture (from businesses only). Damaged, broken and unusable equipment are not accepted.

Examples of accepted items: Office furniture, desk, chair, file cabinet, office supplies, desk organizer, shredder, cart, stand, shelving, rack, etc.

They do not accept furniture drop off without prior appointment and confirmation.

Accepted E-Waste

Computers and Peripherals

Mobile Devices

Batteries

Office and Telecommunications Equipment

Data Center Equipment

Cable Equipment

Audio Video and Home Entertainment Equipment

$5 hard drive destruction

Not Accepted

Home appliances

Fans

Vending machines

AC units

Satellite dishes

Vacuum cleaners

Staples – Sports Arena

Bring in your old office technology products – any brand, any condition – to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Items Accepted For Free Recycling

  • Accessories/adapters/cables
  • All-in-one computers
  • Cable/satellite receivers
  • Calculators
  • Camcorders
  • CD/DVD/Blu-ray players
  • Coffee Brewers (less than 40 lb.)
  • Computer speakers
  • Connected home devices
  • Copiers
  • Cordless phones
  • Desktop computers
  • Digital cameras
  • Digital projectors
  • eReaders
  • Fax machines
  • Flash drives
  • Gaming consoles/handhelds
  • GPS devices
  • Hard drives
  • Household Batteries
  • iPod®/MP3 players
  • Keyboards & mice
  • Laptops
  • Mobile phones
  • Modems
  • Monitors (including CRT, LED/LCD, plasma)
  • Printers/multifunction devices
  • Routers
  • Scanners
  • Shredders
  • Small servers
  • Stereo receivers
  • Tablets
  • UPS/battery backup devices
  • Video streaming devices (Apple TV®, Roku Player, etc.)
  • Webcams

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling

Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

 

Other items that can be recycled in the store:

Printer cartridges

Ink cartridges

Toner cartridges & drum units

 

Batteries

Rechargeable batteries

Single-use batteries NEW

 

School supplies

Backpacks & lunch bags NEW

Binders & zipper binders NEW

Crayons & colored pencils NEW

Glue sticks & bottles (empty) NEW

Pencils & pencil pouches NEW

Pens, markers & highlighters NEW

Rulers & drafting tools NEW

 

Even more

Bags & luggage NEW

Phone & iPhone cases

Shredding (cost per pound)

Smart watch & Apple Watch bands

SodaStream® CO2 cylinders

Tablet, iPad & eReader cases

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Mission Valley

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

https://www.staples.com/stores/recycling#whatcanberecycledinstore

 

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Kearny Mesa

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

Staples – Pacific Beach

This location is currently accepting used gloves and masks for recycling.

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.