Mail Boxes Express will accept packing materials in re-usable condition.
Communities: City of Vista
92081, 92083, 92085, 92084
Inland Pacific Resource Recovery
This location offers green waste and wood recycling, accepts the following items:
Trees
Brush
Scrap Wood
Chipped Wood
Shake Shingles (no roofing paper or metal – nails ok)
Ice Plant
Yucca
Bamboo (cut into 4′ length)
Construction Wood
Succulents
Wood Furniture (without metal)
Fencing (without metal – nails OK)
Stumps (up to 4′) sizes larger – inquire for price
Telephone Poles
E-mail (inquiry.iprr@inlandpacificinc.com) or telephone for other wood or green products in question
Lowe’s – Escondido
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling centers, located at the store entrance, offer a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, cell phones, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
Customers can now drop off plastic plant trays, pots and tags for recycling at any Lowe’s Garden Center in the continental United States.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
Lowe’s – Santee
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling centers, located at the store entrance, offer a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
Customers can now drop off plastic plant trays, pots and tags for recycling at any Lowe’s Garden Center in the continental United States.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
Lowe’s – Mission Valley
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling centers, located at the store entrance, offer a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, cell phones, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
Lowe’s – Oceanside
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling centers, located at the store entrance, offer a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, cell phones, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
Customers can now drop off plastic plant trays, pots and tags for recycling at any Lowe’s Garden Center in the continental United States.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
Lowe’s – Vista
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling bins are located inside the store entrance. Lowe’s offers a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
Customers can now drop off plastic plant trays, pots and tags for recycling at any Lowe’s Garden Center in the continental United States.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
IMS Recycling – Barrio Logan (Boston Ave location)
Scrap metal dealer and recycling buyback center.
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Goodwill Retail Store – North Oceanside
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.
Large Furniture Accepted
Goodwill accepts large furniture in a reusable or good condition at participating retail stores and donation storefronts. Not all furniture can be accepted, please contact the specific store for more details.
Lone Wolf Tube Amps
Electronic repairs: amp, modifications, and custom voicing.
Goodwill Retail Store – Oceanside
Electronics Accepted
Goodwill accepts all types of electronics such as TVs, cell phones, computers, laptops, monitors, printers, tablets, video games consoles! Goodwill will not accept household hazardous waste such as household batteries or fluorescent light bulbs or items with broken/cracked screens.
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.
Large Furniture Accepted
Goodwill accepts large furniture in a reusable or good condition at participating retail stores and donation storefronts. Not all furniture can be accepted, please contact the specific store for more details.
Goodwill Donation Center – Oceanside East
Thanks for choosing to re-use! When you utilize this location, you are helping to keep valuable resources out of our landfills.
Oceanside College Park & Ride donations-only location, no retail store.
Pick-up service available for large furniture, call the customer service line Monday through Friday at 888-446-6394 OR 619-225-2200.
- Large furniture can only be accepted at retail stores and donation storefronts.
- Large household appliances (ovens, stoves, refrigerators) are accepted only at the San Ysirdo Retail Store and at the Otay Mesa Outlet, so long as in good condition.
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ACCEPTED MATERIALS
Materials received for Electronics Recycling will be dismantled and shredded to refine for base commodities such as; steel, aluminum, plastic, circuit boards, etc.
Computer Parts and Accessories:
• Desktop, tower or server cases (empty or not)
• Motherboards, loose cards and CPUs, RAM sticks, fans, power supplies, and heat sinks
• Peripherals such as; monitors, keyboards, mice, scanners, and printers
• Drives of all kinds (hard disks, floppy, CD, ZIP, Syquest, magneto-optical, tape, etc.)
• Networking equipment such as hubs, switches, routers, cords, and cables
• CD-ROM or DVD disks
Office Materials:
• Telecommunication Equipment
• Photocopiers, fax machines, and calculators
• Cell phones and accessories Manufacture/Manufacturing Excess/Surplus
• Electronic components and parts – surplus/obsolete
• Plastic, fibers, ferrous, and non-ferrous metals Home Entertainment:
• Televisions (CRTs), VCRs, and DVD players
• Stereo equipment
• Digital cameras and camcorders
• Video game consoles and accessories
• Satellite dishes and systems
• Small Household Appliances: toasters, blenders, coffee makers, hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, etc
Call center to verify accepted items and drop off hours
Lee’s Iron & Metal
Scrap metal recyclers. As one of the local businesses in the Vista area, we attribute our reputation to the lasting customer relationships we’ve developed throughout decades. We believe that all of our customers deserve the highest level of service, and we are committed to providing just that.
We accept all types of metal and non-ferrous material. We pay per pound. NO CRV nor precious metals accepted.
Leather Magic
Repair business
Hours:
Mon – Fri 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Sat 9:00Am to 5:00 PM
Ideal Mattress and Furniture – Escondido
This location will accept mattresses and box springs for recycling. Charges $10 for disposal of each item.
Las Colinas Detention Facility
Medications
Once collected, evidence staff will ensure the medication is disposed of according to federal standards.
Although this is a 24 hour drop off site, most prescription drug drop-off locations are open weekdays from 8am to 5pm.
Ideal Mattress and Furniture – Vista
This location will accept mattresses and box springs for recycling. Charges $10 for disposal of each item.
LampTracker – Waste Management
Waste Management’s LampTracker offers environmentally friendly, safe, and simple recycling solutions for fluorescent lamps, dry cell batteries, lighting ballasts, mercury devices, computers, electronics, bottles, cans, and paper.
The prepaid program includes recycling containers, shipping both ways via UPS or FedEx ground, recycling of the wastes, and complete online documentation of every container ordered and recycled. You can even choose to auto-reorder so you’re never stuck with waste in your facility. Containers are available in a variety of sizes and shapes to fit different facilities and needs.
Bulk pick-up service available for businesses.
La Mesa TV Supply Company
La Mesa TV Supply Company supplies the parts to repair all makes and models of audio, video, and electronics equipment.
House Call Appliance Repair
House Calls Appliance Repair is locally owned and family operated!
We take great pride in providing affordable, on-time service to each one of our customers. We go the extra mile to exceed your expectations and ensure your appliance runs perfectly, and that YOU are a happy customer!
Appliances We Service:
Cook Tops
Ovens
Ranges
Microwaves
Refrigerators
Freezers
Ice Makers
Ice Machines
Wine Coolers
Dishwashers
Washing Machines
Dryers
Garbage Disposals
Trash Compactors
Additional Services:
Heating & Air Conditioning Repair
Mini-Split installation
Propane Conversions
Dryer Duct Cleaning
House Call Appliance Repair – Fallbrook
House Calls Appliance Repair is locally owned and family operated, and repair appliances at your home!
They take great pride in providing affordable, on-time service to each one of their customers.
Appliances We Service:
Cook Tops
Ovens
Ranges
Microwaves
Refrigerators
Freezers
Ice Makers
Ice Machines
Wine Coolers
Dishwashers
Washing Machines
Dryers
Garbage Disposals
Trash Compactors
Additional Services:
Heating & Air Conditioning Repair
Mini-Split installation
Propane Conversions
Dryer Duct Cleaning
Goodwill Retail Store – Imperial Beach
Donation Center Hours: Daily 9AM-6PM
ITEMS WE ACCEPT AT ALL DONATION CENTERS
- Clothing
- Housewares and Small Home Appliances
- Toys and Games
- Books and Textbooks
- Bikes, Skateboards, and Scooters
- Shoes
- Purses, Bags, and Luggage
- Home Décor
- Movies, Music, and Media
- Sporting Goods
- Jewelry
- Bedding and Linens
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.
Large Furniture Accepted
Goodwill accepts large furniture in a reusable or good condition at participating retail stores and donation storefronts. Not all furniture can be accepted, please contact the specific store for more details.
Kurt’s Camera Repair
Kurt’s provides expert repair service on most digital, video and film cameras. We can also repair some of the older 8mm, 16mm, and 35mm motion picture film projectors and slide projectors.
Call to verify accepted items.
Hotsy Pressure Washing and Equipment
Hotsy Pressure Washing Equipment of San Diego offers off site and in-house pressure washer maintenances and repairs by certified technicians. Our technicians are trained in servicing, repairing, and maintaining Hotsy, Honda, Hydro Tek, BE, Landa, and Karcher pressure washers. In addition to pressure washers we can service jetters, generators, and parts washers. To maximize your productivity and minimize your operating costs, it is important to keep your pressure washer serviced.
Home Depot – Lemon Grove
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, lead acid batteries, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Furniture Medic by Luis Kobayashi
When wood furnishings, finishes or fixtures have been damaged, you need a trusted restoration expert to do the job right. Furniture Medic is an industry leader with proven processes and highly trained craftsmen who routinely demonstrate their dedication to delivering excellent customer service and superior restoration results. When you choose Furniture Medic by Luis Kobayashi,you’re getting an expert backed by all the knowledge and experience that Furniture Medic has to offer.
Furniture Medic® services in San Diego
- Furniture repair
- Furniture refinishing
- Cabinet repair
- Cabinet refacing
- Cabinet restoration and structural repair
- Fire and water damage restoration and repair
- Color changes
- Touch-up nicks, scratches and gouges
- Hardware replacement
- Assembly
- Millwork, paneling, door and banister repair
- Structural furniture repair and stabilization
- Watermark removal
- And much more!
Home Depot – Grantville
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Furniture Build and Renew
San Diego-based furniture and upholstery expert for over 38 years, offers his expertise into San Diego custom furniture for furniture lovers. His experience comes from the old world, starting in Italy, where he began his career. From helping hotels, resorts, restaurants, and corporate offices with San Diego furniture reupholstery and refinishing projects, to restoring antiques and family heirlooms, Tony and his team have seen it all and will share their experience with you. Formerly Carleo Designs, International, Tony started his business in San Diego in 1983 and acquired Point Loma Cabinet and Upholstery in 2011.
Home Depot – San Marcos
Recycling Compact Fluorescent Bulbs at The Home Depot
There are several retailers who accept intact and undamaged CFL bulbs for recycling, including The Home Depot. There are also a few online services that allow you to mail in bulbs to be recycled.
To recycle CFLs at The Home Depot:
- Locate the recycling bin at the entrance of any Home Depot.
- Place your bulbs in the plastic bags provided and drop them in the bin.
- There is no charge for recycling.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Here’s what you need to know:
- The Home Depot recycles the following batteries:
- Any rechargeable battery that weighs up to 11 pounds and is under 300 watt hours
- Auto/tractor batteries including rechargeable NiCad, rechargeable nickel, metal hydride, rechargeable lithium-ion, lithium single-use button, rechargeable small/sealed lead acid batteries
- Non-leaking batteries can be dropped off in Call2Recycle bins at the store.
- Place your batteries in the plastic bags provided and drop them in the bin.
- There is no charge for recycling.
Recycle Plastic Plant Pots at The Home Depot
Here’s what you need to know:
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- Look for the black recycle sign with the green plant in your local Home Depot garden center.
- Place your pots on the rack. We’ll do the rest.
- The Home Depot will accept any plastic garden container in our garden centers.
Home Depot – Escondido West
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot (Tool Repair & Rental)
Tool Repair
Deposit Required
A non-refundable fee of $18.95* will be collected upfront and applied to total repair cost
Repair Approval
Repair Approval only repairs costing more than $100 require pre-approval before completion
Completion Time
Repairs typically take 2 – 3 weeks to complete. Repairs completed offsite typically take 4 to 6 weeks.
Warranty Service
For tools under manufacturer warranties, we verify the warranty, complete the repair, and file a claim at no cost to you**
We repair a wide range of gas-powered tools and equipment including mowers, trimmers / “weed eaters”, blowers, hedge trimmers, pressure washers, chain saws, snow blowers, and generators.
We can also fix nailers and any electric-powered tools made by RIDGID, Ryobi, Husky, Milwaukee, Homelite, and EGO.
We do not repair radios, wet/dry vacs, plumbing tools, flashlights, garage door openers, electric/hot water pressure washers, laser levels, Bluetooth-enabled tools, car battery chargers, or fans.
Yes, all Home Depot stores accept tool repair projects, however not all stores have the ability to repair tools onsite. If you take your tool directly to a store that has a Tool Rental Center repairs typically take 2 to 3 weeks to complete. If the store does not have a Tool Repair Center your tool will be shipped to an offsite location where repairs typically take 4 to 6 weeks to complete.
Home Depot – Otay Mesa
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Chula Vista
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs, and recycles Christmas string lights soon after the holidays at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
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Home Depot – Imperial Beach
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Sherwin Williams – Lemon Grove (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.
Home Depot – Clairemont
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Oceanside West
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Sports Arena
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Logan Heights
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – El Cajon
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Santee
Home Depot accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted. There is also a bin for recycling plastic grocery bags. Call 619-296-8272 for details.
Home Depot – Vista
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL and LED bulbs plus Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door. Put bulbs in bags before disposing into bins.
Shattered bulbs or florescent tubes cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling as well as household batteries. Tape the ends of each battery before putting into the bin at the service desk.
Home Depot – Escondido East
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Home Depot – Eastlake
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, lead acid batteries, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot – Carmel Mountain
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Home Depot – Poway
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, lead acid batteries, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Look for recycling bins at the left entrance of the store
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot – Mira Mesa
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Sherwin Williams – Vista (PaintCare Program)
This location will accept latex or oil-based architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings such as stains and varnishes, 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.
Goodwill Retail Store – Alpine
Donation Hours: 9AM to 6PM Daily
ITEMS WE ACCEPT AT ALL DONATION CENTERS
- Clothing
- Housewares and Small Home Appliances
- Toys and Games
- Books and Textbooks
- Bikes, Skateboards, and Scooters
- Shoes
- Purses, Bags, and Luggage
- Home Décor
- Movies, Music, and Media
- Sporting Goods
- Jewelry
- Bedding and Linens
LARGE ITEMS WE ACCEPT
- Large Furniture are accepted at select Retail Stores. Call desired location in advance to make sure they can accept your donation.
- Large Household Appliances (Ovens, Stoves, Refrigerators) are accepted at our Otay Mesa Outlet.
ITEMS WE ACCEPT AT SELECT ELECTRONIC RECYCLING LOCATIONS. ITEMS CAN BE IN WORKING OR NON-WORKING CONDITION.
- Video Game Consoles
- Handheld Video Game Systems
- Computers (Laptops or Desktops)
- Computer Accessories (Mouses, Keyboards, etc.)
- Cell Phones
- Televisions and Computer Monitors
- Printers, Fax Machines, and Scanners
*Please note that we cannot accept any electronic devices with broken or cracked screens*
Visit our electronics recycling page for more information.
ITEMS WE DO NOT ACCEPT
Thank you for your donations and dedication to Goodwill. With your support we are able to provide employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. Over the past few years, we have seen a huge increase in landfill fees because some of the donated items cannot be sold in our stores, outlets or be recycled. The amount we are spending on landfill and HAZMAT disposal fees could be better used to serve more people in our community. We have created a list of items that we cannot accept at our donation centers. Please let us know if your donation is rare or a collectible and we will make sure it is given to the correct handler. Thank you for being active participants in helping us fulfill our mission.
Due to Federal and State Laws, Safety Concerns, and Recycling Guidelines, we cannot accept these items:
Items We Do Not Accept
Ways to Dispose of These Items
- Mattresses
- Weapons and Ammunition
- Explosives and Fireworks
- Charcoal, Wood, Lighters and Lighter Fluid
- Light Bulbs and Batteries
- Fuels: Oils (And Used Filters), Gasoline and Propane (And Propane Tanks)
- Automotive Fluids (Radiator Fluid)
- Pesticides and Fertilizers
- Pool Chemicals
- Solvents
- Mercury Items (Thermometers)
- Cleaning Products
- Wet and Soiled Clothing
- Aerosol and Pressurized Canisters
- Used Cosmetics and Toiletries
- Medical Sharps (Used Syringes)
City of San Diego Environmental Service Department
sandiego.gov/environmental-services
(858) 694-7000
- Paints, Stains, Varnish and Paint Remover or Thinner
- Large Household Appliances
Goodwill Otay Mesa Outlet
- Pharmaceuticals: Over the Counter and Prescriptions
- Electronic Devices with Broken or Cracked Screens
Earth911.com or (877) 726-8387
- Ripped, Stained and Unsellable Furniture
- Construction Materials
- Strollers, Cribs, and Car Seats
Home Depot – Temecula
Home Depot provides a free CFL recycling program at its stores. Residents can drop off their intact CFL bulbs and Christmas string lights at collection bins located near the service desk or by the front door.
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
Home Depot also accepts rechargeable batteries used in power tools for recycling. No household batteries will be accepted.
Goods Jewelry and Watch
Repair watches and jewelry here! Give those loved items a second life and help reduce your waste.
Sherwin-Williams | Oceanside | 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.
Golf Galaxy
The San Diego, CA Golfsmith store is now Golf Galaxy!
Golf Galaxy offers an unbeatable selection of the latest golf equipment, custom club fittings and repair, and expert advice from associates who are truly passionate about this great game. Shop the gear you need from the best brands, including Callaway®, TaylorMade®, Titleist®, PING®, Cobra®, Cleveland®, Odyssey® and many more. The experts at Golf Galaxy will custom fit new clubs to your unique swing-all fittings are FREE when you sign up for a ScoreCard account. You can also trade in your current golf clubs for Golf Galaxy gift cards, or shop a great selection of pre-owned golf clubs from top brands-every pre-owned club sold at Golf Galaxy is cleaned, inspected for quality and graded on condition.
Let the San Diego Golf Galaxy help you become the most confident and skilled athlete on the course. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Franco’s Upholstery
Franco’s Upholstery has been constructing, renewing and restoring furniture since 1978.
Our experience means that we can build or restore your favorite family heirloom, or create a new piece of custom furniture to meet your specific needs.
Our skilled upholsterers and craftsmen are experienced |n custom made furniture, custom auto and marine upholstery, outdoor furniture and cushions, decorative pillows, convertible tops, caning, wood finishing, and comprehensive restoration techniques.
We have an extensive inventory of fabrics to choose from, including Sumbrella, Duck, pre-washed denim, Microfiber, Microsuede, leather and marine vinyl.
CRC Resale Store – Carlsbad
CRC gratefully accepts:
- Food and personal care items for our Food Distribution Center
- New or gently-used items for our Resale Stores
- Household and personal care items for families in our domestic violence shelter
- Office supplies to help keep our operations costs low
Please review our current Donation Wish Lists for the items we need for our programs
You can drop off your donations at any of our store locations, open 7 days a week.
You can also donate your vehicles, running or not!
Gledhill’s Vintage Furniture
Ron Gledhill was a finish carpenter who decided to change his occupation after several injuries. With his love of wood, he started refinishing and restoring furniture and has been doing so for over 20 years. He has worked on thousands of pieces—refinishing, repairing, and modifying the pieces as needed. Frequently he is asked to do jobs others cannot, will not, or refuse to do.
Gino’s Wide Shoes & Shoe Repair
Community Christian Service Agency – Clairemont
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.
This organization also receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.
George’s Lawn Equipment Co
Lawnmower and chipper repair services. Only repairs some types of chippers, please call for more information.
Fitness Equipment Specialist
Repairs, Service & Tune Ups Give them a call about the problems you’re having with your equipment. They’ll give you a free initial assessment and quote over the phone.
Then, they’re on their way to service your machines and make any necessary repairs, so that it is operating safely and to your satisfaction. All services are done in home – quick, simple and seamless with a mobile service vehicle.
Relocation and Moves Are you planning on moving? Their technicians are available to come to you and disassemble your equipment and safely move it to another part of your home, office or to a new location. The moving service also furnishes the transportation of the equipment to any location, as well as putting it all back together in proper operating condition.
Trust the professionals to do it right! Installation and Set-up They offer in-home installation and setup of all types of exercise equipment from manufactures and distributors of exercise fitness equipment. They also offer a complete White Glove Package Delivery option with inside placement of products, unpacking and removal of debris, old machines and a complete run through on how to use the equipment. No install is too small or big.
George’s Camera & Video Exchange – Kearny Mesa
When it comes to repairs, we at George’s Camera try to make life easy for you. Stop by either of our convenient locations and drop off your warranty or non-warranty repair. Or if you don’t live nearby or don’t have time to drop off the equipment, you can ship it to us
Commercial Bath Refinishing
San Diego’s Premier Bath Refinishing Company
Bathtub, shower enclosure, countertop, tile, vanity and sink refinishing services.
Coconut Peet’s Surfboard Repair
This is a ReRip Surfboard Recycling location
George’s Camera & Video Exchange – North Park
When it comes to repairs, we at George’s Camera try to make life easy for you. Stop by either of our convenient locations and drop off your warranty or non-warranty repair. Or if you don’t live nearby or don’t have time to drop off the equipment, you can ship it to us
Firestone Complete Auto Care – Vista
This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge and recycles tires for $3.50 each.
Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.
George Bailey Detention Facility
*Many of the disposal locations hours have been impacted by COVID-19, please call and confirm hours prior to going to a location for medication disposal.*
Medications in standard containers may be deposited in collection boxes. Loose medication can be put into plastic bags available at the collection box and then deposited. Please ensure any liquid medication is enclosed in secure containers before depositing.
Once collected, evidence staff will ensure the medication is disposed of according to federal standards. Most prescription drug drop-off locations are open weekdays from 8am to 5pm. Call the station’s non-emergency number for hours.
Firehawk Fire & Safety
Fire extinguisher recycling – call for details. There is a fee of $25 per fire extinguisher. Will recycle for free if purchasing a new one.
Genie Car Wash & Oil – San Diego
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil from residents who change their own oil. 5 gal limit for uncontaminated motor oil/ transmission fluid. Please call to confirm limits.
Fire Etc.
Recycle fire extinguishers here.
Genie Car Wash & Oil – Point Loma
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil from residents who change their own oil. 5 gal. limit for uncontaminated motor oil/ transmission fluid. Please call to confirm limits.
Geeks.com Store
Services:
Malware removal
System optimization
Full system restore
Hardware troubleshoot
Screen replacement
Hardware installation
Data backup/transfer
Motherboard installation
Geek Available
Services
- MAC’s and PC’s – Laptops and Desktops
- Laptops not charging (DC Jack fix/replacement)
- Computer too slow: improve performance with a tune-up
- Broken Screens Repairs on Macs and PCs
- Upgrade your Mac
- Upgrade or Downgrade to Windows 7, 8 or 10
- We still service Windows XP
- Liquid spilled on your laptop
- Broken screen/LCD replacements
- Computer upgrades
- Virus/trojan removal
- Backups and Data Recovery
- Data transfer for your new computer (either laptop or desktop)
- Small business IT support
Fibre Resource Unlimited
Fibre Resource Unlimited accepts all grades of paper including large quantities of books and textbooks at their location as a drop-off. Pick-up services available through dumpster rentals only.
Call to verify hours and items accepted.
Only serves businesses.
Father Joe’s Villages Vehicle Donation
They accept and offer free, easy pick-up for any type of vehicle, including trucks, boats, recreational vehicles, motorcycles and cars.
100% of the revenue received from the sale of your vehicle go towards their efforts to end homelessness in San Diego.
Schedule a free donation pick-up by filling out the form or calling (619)-HOMELESS (466-3537).
Econo Appliance Service
We fix all major appliances, including:
Refrigerators, freezers, icemakers, wine coolers
Stoves, ovens/ranges, cooktops
Washers and dryers
Dishwashers
Microwaves
Garbage disposals
CMS Recycling
Buyers of all metal & CA CRV
Aluminum
Stainless Steel
Steel
Copper
Titanium
Brass
Hi-Temp Alloys
Cans
Glass
Plastic
Cardboard
Call to confirm accepted items & prices.
Fast Fix Jewelry and Watch Repairs
The smallest repairs are generally quite easy to take care of and will likely prevent worse damage from occurring. The team at Fast-Fix is here for you when you need quick and efficient jewelry repair services.
We offer a wide variety of jewelry repair services, including:
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Fallbrook Senior Center Thrift Store
Offer pickup services
Clean PC and Mac
Services include Computers, Apple iMac, Macbooks, Laptops, Game consoles, Cell phones, Tablets, NeatDesk, & Security Cameras.
Call for more information.
Fallbrook Library
Did you know you can safely recycle your batteries for free by taking them to 14 San Diego County Library branches?
That’s right, the library. It’s not just for books; it’s for batteries too!
Just bring them to the battery drop-off bins located inside the 14 branches. The libraries primarily collect standard alkaline batteries — Cs, Ds, AAs, AAAs, 9-volts, you name it. But they can also take rechargeable batteries; lithium batteries must be bagged separately.
Please tape positive end of batteries to reduce flammability and place batteries in a resealable bag.
Please drop-off batteries in kiosk inside the printer room.
Donated Materials Policy
The San Diego County Library is no longer accepting physical donations of materials for the collection, with the exception of items produced by local authors or musicians.
The Library purchases materials at steep discounts that come with labels, barcodes and covers, ready for customer use. It is more expensive to accept a donation and prepare it for circulation than it is for the Library to purchase a title that comes prepared by our vendors. If you would like to support the Library’s collection, we encourage you to donate funds for the purchase of physical and digital materials for our communities.
If you are looking for an organization to donate your books, DVDs, CDs, audiobooks, or magazines to, consider contacting one of the organizations below:
Your Branch Friends of the Library
Many branch Friends of the Library groups accept book donations for their book sales. Please check their websites or phone ahead to ensure that your donation can be accepted at this time. Items donated to the Friends of the Library are sold to support San Diego County Library branch collections and events.
Salvation Army (books, DVDs, CDs)
1-800-728-7825
Goodwill (books, DVDs, CDs)
1-800-GOODWILL
Amvets (books, DVDs, CDs)
877-990-8387
Vietnam Veterans of America (books, DVDs, CDs)
877-775-8387
Father Joe’s Villages (books, DVDs, CDs – limit 5 boxes):
1-800-HOMELESS
Kids Need to Read (like new kids’ books)
480-256-0115
Bridge to Asia (books)
510-665-3998
You can also recycle books and magazines in your recycle bins, particularly if they are damaged or outdated.
Ecology Recycling – Oceanside
Ecology’s scrap metal recycling center buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals such as:
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Iron
- Copper
- Brass
- Tin
Will deliver and pick up roll-off bins of various types & sizes to recycle your scrap metal.
This location will accept scrap metal and fire extinguishers with the valve removed.
Classic Audio Repair
Repair of turntables, speakers, home theater, audio tape recorders, receivers, amplifiers, and consoles.
Call to set up an appointment and bring in your equipment for repairs!
Repair Items:
~Turntables (old & new) ~Vintage Receivers ~Vintage Tube Amps, Preamps and Receivers! ~Home Speakers — Refoam, Recone & Crossover ~Cassette Decks ~Reel to Reels ~8 Track Recorders and Players ~Antique Radios (post WW2)
Classic Tailoring
ecoATM – El Cajon
Westfield Parkway Plaza location, located near food court and Verizon store kiosk.
Automated eCycling Station for pricing and buy-back of used consumer electronics and mobile phones for trade-in/trade-up and recycling. See website for more information and other locations.
Maybe it’s not a phone – maybe you want to sell your tablet or other device. The good news is that our El cajon, CA self-service kiosks accept all kinds of personal electronics, including:
- iPhones
- Broken iPhones
- Broken Samsungs
- Other Apple products
- Android tablet devices
- Amazon readers like Kindle Fire
- Motorola cell phones and smartphones
- HTC cell phones and smartphones
- Blackberry personal data devices
- Samsung Devices including the Galaxy S series, Note and more
So don’t delay — sell your phone (or other device) for cash at one of our kiosks. Find the location nearest you today! If you need any help, contact the team online.
Accessory Bins are located on the side of the kiosk. They can’t offer cash for these items, but won’t it feel nice knowing you recycled those too?
Fairway Golf – Kearny Mesa
At Fairway Golf, our technicians offer a full range of club repairs and services. High quality, attention to detail and quick turn around time has been a stable at Fairway Golf and with the new services in the works is sure to continue to improve your game. Feel free to call us for details.
- Regripping
- Reshafting
- Shaft Cut
- Shaft Extension
- Loft/Lie Adjustment
- Hot Melt for Woods/Hybrids
- Swing Weighting for Irons
Call your nearest store for any questions.
Firestone Complete Auto Care – San Marcos
There is a $3 charge per tire and they accept up to 4 tires.
ecoATM | Poway
Eco-ATM located inside Wal-Mart in Poway.
Automated eCycling Station for pricing and buy-back of used consumer electronics and mobile phones for trade-in/trade-up and recycling. See website for more information and other locations.
Accessory Bins are located on the side of the kiosk. They can’t offer cash for these items, but won’t it feel nice knowing you recycled those too?
Firestone Complete Auto Care – Escondido
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil (up to 5 qt) and empty oil filters at no charge, tire recycling.
Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.
Call this certified collection center to ensure hours and program participation.
Firestone Complete Auto Care – Escondido
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil (up to 5 qts) and empty oil filters (1) at no charge, tire recycling.
Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.
Call this certified collection center to ensure hours and program participation.
Express Tire – Escondido
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil (up to 6 qts) and empty oil filters at no charge, tire recycling for fee.
Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.
Call this certified collection center to ensure hours and program participation.
Express Demo & Hauling
Trust Express Hauling for your junk removal job, we have been servicing San Diego home owners and renters for over 20 years.
Common items we haul away include furniture, construction debris, appliances, old lumber, fencing, boxes, and anything else you can find in a residential, commercial, or rental property.
Other junk removal articles we pick up:
- Garbage & waste disposal service
- Boat, Spa, Shed, and R.V. Hauling
- Construction debris clean up
- Office supply and equipment removal
- Appliances and household junk removal
- Garage and yard cleanup
- Boxes and leftover moving junk
- Wood and metal scraps
Business Junk Removal
We are experts at removing unwanted office furniture, retail hardware, counters and furniture and any other types of trash or junk you need hauled away from your business. Our crews dress professionally, with our Express Hauling shirts and hats, and give you a complete estimate of the work to be done before we begin.
Construction Debris Removal
Local San Diego contractors who need construction debris haul away from construction sites, often rely on Express Hauling. We’re equipped for any size job, and just about any type of material. Whether you’re removing landscaping, roofing, gutters or any other materials from your project, you know that you can count on Express to get the job done!
Oil Changers – Lemon Grove
Drop off used motor oil for recycling here. please make sure it is in a spillproof container and do not travel with more than 15 gallons of any hazardous waste liqiuids at one time.
Evergreen Nursery – Carmel Valley
Green waste recycling prices are determined by measurement and are doubled for Palm Trees, Yuccas, Pampas Grass, Bamboo and Succulents.
No stumps
No construction demo
No material longer than 4 ft
No material thicker than 4″(logs/wood more than 4″ may be accepted if cut in 18″ lengths)
No concrete, asphalt or aggregate
Receive store credit for bringing used nursery containers (hard, unbroken plastic only) for reuse.
Call for drop-off details and pricing.
Euro Shoe and Leather Repair
Shoe repair in Pacific Beach for the last 30 years. Specialty repairs include shoe & leather goods, handbags, leather jackets & more.
Leather Specialty Repair: High-Fashion Footwear, Boots, Luggage, Briefcases, Belts, Jackets, Hangbags & more!
Other Specialties: Custom Orthopedic Work, Custom Dyeing, Zippers, Shoe care supplies & Tennis Shoe Repair
Euro Appliance Service
We are a family-owned and family-run business, which means customers receive more care than at a franchise or large corporation. Euro Appliance Service provides repair and installation service for all American and foreign brands of household appliances such as washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, stoves, microwaves, refrigerators, etc. Please give us a call.
We specialize in high end appliances such as Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador, Dacor, Wolf, Amana, Frigidaire, Kenmore, GE, KitchenAid, Maytag, Whirlpool, JennAir and many other brands.
Call us at: 858-866-4332
Yard Waste Collection (Residential) – Incorporated SD
For curbside yard waste services:
City of Chula Vista – Republic Services (619) 421-9400 Yard waste curbside pickup available or receive two free yard waste passes per year to the Otay Landfill
City of Del Mar – Waste Management (858) 452-9810 Yard waste collection available
City of El Cajon – Waste Management (619) 596-5100 Yard waste collection available
City of Encinitas – EDCO (760) 436-4151 Yard waste collection available
City of Escondido – Escondido Disposal (760) 745-3203 Yard waste collection available
City of Imperial Beach – EDCO (619) 287-7555 Yard waste collection available
City of La Mesa – EDCO (619) 287-7555 Yard waste collection available
City of Lemon Grove – EDCO (619) 287-7555 Yard waste collection available
City of National City – EDCO (619) 474-8855 Yard waste collection available
City of Oceanside – Waste Management (760) 439-2824 Yard waste collection available
City of Poway – EDCO (858) 748-7769 Yard waste collection available
City of San Marcos – EDCO (760) 744-2700 Yard waste collection available
City of Santee – Waste Management (619) 596-5100 Yard waste collection available
City of Solana Beach – Waste Management (866) 967-3292 Yard waste collection available
City of Vista – EDCO (760) 727-1600 Yard waste collection available
Eagle 1 Repair and Upholstery Cleaning
Furniture reupholstery
Superior Ready Mix – Escondido II
We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!
We will take your used asphalt from projects and recycle it.