Services are reserved to residents of the City of La Mesa and the City of Lemon Grove only.
Household hazardous waste and electronic waste is accepted.
Services:
–Drop off by appointment only. Collection days are scheduled 8 times per year at 8184 Commercial Street, La Mesa, CA 91942. Proof of residency is required.
–Pick up is available for residents who are home-bound. City of La Mesa residents can call EDCO at (619) 287-5696 ext. 4270 to schedule a pick up. City of Lemon Grove residents who are 65+ or home-bound may call Stericycle Environmental at 1 (800) 714-1195 for a free pick up.
Hours of operation:
-One Saturday every other month by appointment only. Call EDCO at (619) 287-5696 ext. 4270 to schedule an appointment, or find out the next available appointment date on the EDCO website.
Maximum Transportation Limits:
-15 gallons of liquid or 125 pounds total volume of household hazardous waste.
Handling instructions:
-Leave products in the existing container, if possible.
-Ensure lids are on tight so containers will no leak.
-Transport containers in the trunk or in the back of the vehicle away from passengers and pets
-Do not transport over 15 gallons or 125 pounds at one time.
-Containers used for transport must be no larger than a 5 gallon bucket.
Other requirements:
-Bring proof of residency in the form of a drivers license or a utility bill.
-Gasoline needs to be in an approved container, commonly found at auto parts stores. Please note, containers are not returned.
-Needles/sharps should be transported in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids.
-Empty containers can be recycled in your blue bin.





