Communities: Glenview

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O’Reilly Auto Parts – Lakeside

This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters and car/motorcycle batteries and household batteries. Limit 5-gal per person per day.

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.

Tool Loaner Program

Doing a repair that requires a special tool? O’Reilly Auto Parts makes it easy with our Loaner Tool Program.

We make tough jobs easy with the O’Reilly Auto Parts loaner tool program. With over 80 specialized loaner tools available, we’re sure to have a tool in stock to help you get the job done right the first time. Simply purchase the needed parts and put down a deposit on the loaner tool. Return the tool in the original condition and receive a full refund. Need the tool for the next repair? Just keep it. The deposit is the purchase price. It’s that easy.

Tool availability may vary from store to store, contact your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store to check on the tool you need.

O’Reilly Auto Parts – Santee

This location offers recycling of:

Car Batteries, Household Batteries, Motorcycle Batteries, Oil Filters free of charge. Transmission Fluid and used Motor Oil can be brought in if in sealed containers, up to 5 gal/day.

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.

Tool Loaner Program

Doing a repair that requires a special tool? O’Reilly Auto Parts makes it easy with our Loaner Tool Program.

We make tough jobs easy with the O’Reilly Auto Parts loaner tool program. With over 80 specialized loaner tools available, we’re sure to have a tool in stock to help you get the job done right the first time. Simply purchase the needed parts and put down a deposit on the loaner tool. Return the tool in the original condition and receive a full refund. Need the tool for the next repair? Just keep it. The deposit is the purchase price. It’s that easy.

Tool availability may vary from store to store, contact your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store to check on the tool you need.

Troy Recycling

Accepted items – call to confirm

Aluminum

  • PLC Aluminum
  • Cast Aluminum
  • MLC Aluminum
  • 60/63 Aluminum Extrusions
  • Car Wheels Aluminum
  • Aluminum Radiators
  • Insulated Aluminum Wire
  • Aluminum Blinds
  • Aluminum Auto-parts
  • Aluminum Wire

Iron and Steel

  • Light Iron and Steel
  • Heavy Iron, Steel and Cast Iron
  • Stainless Steel
  • Steel Tools

Copper

  • Radiators
  • Sheet, Plate and Tube
  • Insulated Copper Wire
  • Bright and Shine Copper

Brass

  • Yellow Brass
  • Red Brass
  • Plumbing Brass
  • Brass Radiators
  • All types of Bronze

Misc. Items

  • Car & motorcycle batteries
  • Breakage
  • Electric Motors
  • Electronic Scrap (TV’s & computers only)
  • Lead
  • CRV Plastic Bottles
  • CRV Glass Bottles
  • CRV Aluminum cans

O’Reilly Auto Parts – Lemon Grove

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge. Limit 5-gal per person per day.

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.

Tool Loaner Program

Doing a repair that requires a special tool? O’Reilly Auto Parts makes it easy with our Loaner Tool Program.

We make tough jobs easy with the O’Reilly Auto Parts loaner tool program. With over 80 specialized loaner tools available, we’re sure to have a tool in stock to help you get the job done right the first time. Simply purchase the needed parts and put down a deposit on the loaner tool. Return the tool in the original condition and receive a full refund. Need the tool for the next repair? Just keep it. The deposit is the purchase price. It’s that easy.

Tool availability may vary from store to store, contact your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store to check on the tool you need.

Toolmart

Tool Repair Services

Repairtoolparts’s factory trained and certified repair technicians can fix your tools. They will call you with an estimate once the tool is diagnosed, however, there is a $25 estimate charge which will be applied towards any repair work done. Turnaround time is typically 1 to 2 weeks, from approving the repair, depending upon availability of parts from the manufacturers.

Contact this location for specifics on pricing and accepted item.

Toner Tech

Toner Tech is your one stop shop for toner cartridges, ink, supplies, repairs, (printers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines) and more. We service all brands and all types such as: LaserJet, (monochrome and color) inkjet, dot matrix, thermal (label printers), plotters as well as scanners and many other types of office equipment.

Most of the time we can repair your machine even when other companies told you there was no hope or the cost would be too high. We offer high performance toner cartridges, printer maintenance, and have been recycling products in the San Diego community with over 13 years experience.

Toner Tech brand cartridges are built right here in the USA in San Diego, CA. You can save money by ordering directly from us and skipping the middle man! All of our cartridges are 100% guaranteed to have the same density and page yield as the OEM (original Equipment manufacturer). We also carry specialty items such as MICR, ribbons, and more.

We offer same/next day service on printer repairs in San Diego and free pick-up and delivery of your toner cartridges. We also sell (and lease) machines, repair machines, and have maintenance contracts available. Toner Tech provides consultation and has custom tailored solutions to fit your business needs.

Yengst Glass

Commercial & Residential Services Available

Glass Shower Enclosures

Energy Saving Products

Replacement Windows

Window Repair

Mirror Installation

Mirror Engraving

Glass Repair

Glass Replacement

Stained Glass

Time Zone

Professional watch and clock repair services

Their watch services range from battery replacement, band sizing, crystal replacement to complete movement repair and watch restoration.

Window Tech

Services include

Window replacement
Door & window screens
Shower door & tub enclosures
Broken glass replacement (single and dual paned)
Replacement of fogged dual glazed units
Patio door track replacement
Mirrored wardrobe doors
Mirrors
Cut glass
They also service and repair a wide variety of window & patio doors.

Call for a free quote: 619-444-9391

Time Recycling

This business specializes in recycling CRV (California Redemption Value) aluminum cans, plastic bottles, and glass bottles.

The will also accept brass plumbing fixtures, pipes/tubes, fittings, faucets, radiators, etc.

They will buy scrap aluminum wheels, radiators, siding and gutters, etc.

Call to confirm accepted items for recycling.

Western Mower and Engine

They offer the following service for your equipment:

  • Tune-ups
  • Sharpening
  • Lawn mower blades
  • Chainsaws
  • Hand tools (shears, axes, etc.)
  • Reel mowers
  • Carburetor rebuilding
  • Valve jobs
  • Troubleshooting
  • Welding

Any and all service available for lawn and gardening equipment

Thrift Korral

The Grossmont Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary operates the Thrift Korral, which sells new and gently used merchandise — including clothing, jewelry, housewares, books, collectibles and furniture — to benefit its projects on behalf of hospital patients and staff.

 

West Coast BBQ Grill ; The BBQ Doctor

West Coast BBQ Grill specializes in the service, parts, repair and installation of all Gas BBQ Grills and Patio Heaters. They clean grease, carbon and debris from grates, burners, briquettes and drip pans. They also polish external surfaces and offer varmint protection.

They offer haul away & recycling services for old grills and patio heaters.

Please contact them for further information regarding services, for a price quote, or to schedule an appointment.

619-896-7684
Jim@westcoastbbqgrill.com

West Auto Wreckers

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge.

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.

Total Leather Care

Since 1987, Total Leather Care has provided exceptional leather furniture care services to the San Diego, CA County area. We specialize in cleaning, repairing and refinishing all types of leather furniture. Since your couch, chairs or sofa are among your most used pieces, it’s important they look good and remain comfortable!

Contact us today for a free estimate or send us a photo of the piece you’d like us to restore.

The Windsmith

We are accepting repairs by appointment only.
Curbside drop off and pick up option available.
To make an appointment,
please contact us here
or call 619-220-8984

Woodwind and Brass ​Musical Instrument Repair

Repairs only – No sales or rentals

The UPS Store – Mira Mesa

They will accept bubble wrap, air pillows, packing peanuts, and packing paper in good condition for reuse.

Paper shredding services are available at this location.

Waste Management Recycling Center – El Cajon

(Located just southwest of the intersection of Bradley Ave. and Johnson Ave)

This location no longer does cash for CRV or Used Oil.  But they do accept CRV items for donation.

Donation Items

  • California Refund Value (CRV) aluminum cans
  • CRV glass bottles
  • CRV plastic bottles
  • CRV bi-metal cans
  • non-CRV aluminum
  • non-CRV glass
  • non-CRV plastic
  • tin cans
  • newspaper
  • white ledger paper
  • computer paper
  • mixed paper
  • corrugated cardboard

E-waste

  • TVs, laptop computers, monitors and other cathode ray tubes (CRTs), in addition to “other” e-waste such as fax machines, VCRs, printers, camcorders, stereos and microwaves (free of charge to drop off — please limit to one or two of the same item per visit)

Mattresses

  • This is a Bye-Bye mattress drop-off location

Other – FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT CUSTOMERS ONLY

(Please put these materials in the cart located in front of the door in case no one is in the office)

  • household batteries
  • fluorescent light tubes
  • used motor oil (no more than 15 gallons) and oil filters
  • thermostats
  • cooking oil

Unacceptable Items

  • household hazardous waste (see the HHW Web page for additional information)
  • other medical waste

The UPS Store – Chula Vista

They will accept bubble wrap, air pillows, packing peanuts, and packing paper in good condition for reuse.

Paper shredding services are available at this location.

The UPS Store – La Jolla

They will accept bubble wrap, air pillows, packing peanuts, and packing paper in good condition for reuse.

Paper shredding services are available at this location.

The Watch Lady

Services provided include:

Watch polishing

Crystal replacement

Crystal cleaning

Complete watch overhaul

Cleaning of the watch movement

Replacing the movement with a new movement

Pressure testing

Link adjustment of band

stem & crown

Full restoration

Washtek

Washtek has been installing and servicing laundry equipment for apartments, condominiums, mobile home parks and motels since 1987.  We are a local, family owned company based in Escondido, CA.

O’Reilly Auto Parts | Oceanside

This location accepts used motor oil, car/batteries batteries and oil filters at no charge. Limit 5-gal per person per day.

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.

Tool Loaner Program

Doing a repair that requires a special tool? O’Reilly Auto Parts makes it easy with our Loaner Tool Program.

We make tough jobs easy with the O’Reilly Auto Parts loaner tool program. With over 80 specialized loaner tools available, we’re sure to have a tool in stock to help you get the job done right the first time. Simply purchase the needed parts and put down a deposit on the loaner tool. Return the tool in the original condition and receive a full refund. Need the tool for the next repair? Just keep it. The deposit is the purchase price. It’s that easy.

Tool availability may vary from store to store, contact your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store to check on the tool you need.

Walmart Auto Care Center – San Ysidro

This location accepts used motor oil, car/motorcycle batteries and oil filters at no charge.

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.

The Repair Zone

Repair services for guitars, basses, mandolins, ukuleles, stringed-orchestral, amplifiers, and more.

Call for more information.

Walmart Auto Care Center – Oceanside

This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters and car/motorcycle batteries.

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.

Walmart Auto Care Center – Vista

This location accepts used motor oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission fluid and oil filters at no charge. 5-gal max for all fluids.

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.

Tires and car batteries are accepted for a fee. Call this certified collection center to ensure hours and program participation.

Walmart Auto Care Center – El Cajon

This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters and car/motorcycle batteries at no charge.

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.

Vulcan Materials Company (dump truck required for drop-off)

General Information

Any job bringing in 1000 cy or more must be approved in advance. Please contact Dan Zeller (602) 284-0410 or Jose Pena (818) 381-3494.

They offer and prefer to do business by credit account. Their terms are Net 15 Prox.

Payment is due upon delivery for all cash sales. They do not make change. Checks are accepted.

Special arrangement must be made at least 48 hours in advance before bringing bottom dump trucks to the landfill.

All loads must be untarped, inspected, and receive a ticket prior to acceptance.

Clean Broken Asphalt (recyclable asphalt) – Asphalt with less than 3% dirt and no other contaminates. Material must be 2′ x 2′ x 2′ or smaller. No petromat.

Grindings – milled clean broken asphalt 3″ or smaller. No petromat. No dirt. 

Recycle – concrete and/or asphalt with less than 10% dirt and no other contamination (may be combined). Material must be smaller than 2′ x 2′ x 2′. No petromat.

Dirt – uncontaminated dirt with less than 5% concrete or asphalt rubble, rock less than 3″ and no more than 30% rock.

Oversize – large concrete or asphalt 2.5′ in diameter or greater. These loads will have an additional charge. The charge will be determined at the time the load is accepted by the percentage of oversize material in the load and will range from $150/ld to $500/ld, which are non-negotiable.

Mixed – any combination of the acceptable materials.

Materials not acceptable for disposal at any of the Vulcan landfills are: hazardous waste, conditional exempt hazardous waste, household garbage, municipal solid waste, special waste, liquid wastes, and asbestos (in any form or asbestos containing material)

O’Reilly Auto Parts – El Cajon North

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge.

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.

Tool Loaner Program

Doing a repair that requires a special tool? O’Reilly Auto Parts makes it easy with our Loaner Tool Program.

We make tough jobs easy with the O’Reilly Auto Parts loaner tool program. With over 80 specialized loaner tools available, we’re sure to have a tool in stock to help you get the job done right the first time. Simply purchase the needed parts and put down a deposit on the loaner tool. Return the tool in the original condition and receive a full refund. Need the tool for the next repair? Just keep it. The deposit is the purchase price. It’s that easy.

Tool availability may vary from store to store, contact your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store to check on the tool you need.

Fluid & Battery Recycling – Free

O’Reilly Auto Parts collects used motor oil, automotive batteries, transmission fluid, gear oil and oil filters for recycling — free of charge!

  • Get it taken care of hassle-free
  • Thousands of convenient locations
  • $10 O’Reilly Gift Card for any unbroken automotive battery you may have
  • Absolutely free

VMG Auto Repair

This location accepts used motor oil at no charge and provide FREE oil recycling drain pans while supplies last.

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.

The Furniture Doctor

On-site furniture, leather repair, and kitchen refinishing

Commercial services available

The Copier Doctor

Servicing Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad and San Diego for Copier, Document System, Printer, Fax, Scanner & Muliti-function Repair & Service!

Current Service Rates:  Onsite Repair Services – $99.00 per hour (one hour minimum charge)

*Trip Charge May Apply For Certain Areas.  Call or email for details.

For equipment used in mid to high volume applications The Copier Doctor offers “Service Agreements”  that include ALL PARTS, LABOR & TONER!

Contact us for expert on-site office equipment service or repair or to inquire about a“Service Agreement” at 760-724-9262 or at service@thecopydoc.com.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change – El Cajon

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.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change – Chula Vista

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.

Swell Stuff Wetsuit Repair

We are a homegrown surf shop in Leucadia, CA specializing in wetsuit repair/alterations and handcrafted surf accessories and gifts.

We encourage everyone to bring us their used unwanted wetsuits to either sell on consignment or recycle. We extend 10% off wetsuit repairs for any donated suits. We are trying to do our best to keep that neoprene out of landfills as long as possible. We also give 20% off our favorite product, the Cinch Sac, with any wetsuit repair or alteration. See you soon in Leucadia!

 

Computerized Cobbler – Escondido

Services

Shoe repair

Handbag repair

Dye options

Orthopedic options

and more!

See website or contact store for full list of services & details

Sweet Spot Golf Repair

Home business golf repair specialist with pick up and delivery depending on your area.

Re-grips/re-shafting/Custom fittings/Loft an lie bending machine etc. golf repair price list:

Regripping $3.00 per club (plus cost of grip); Grip Installation Loft/Lie Adjustment $5.00 per club/lie board fitting $50; Reshaft Club $20.00 (plus cost of shaft); Steel Club Shaft $25.00 per shaft; Graphite Club Shaft Varies by shaft type; Shorten or Lengthen Club $8.99 per club; Remove & Reinstall Grip $5.00 per club; Reset Iron Head $10.00 per club; Reset Wood Head $20 per club; graphite Remove Shaft Rattle $5.00 per club; Remove Rattle in Head $10.00 per club

Sustainable Surplus Exchange

Provide access to free office supplies and very inexpensive office furniture, computers, lab equipment and supplies. The items are listed on the online store Reuse 4 Good. This is for members only.

The Carpet Repairman

Carpet Repair

  • Berber carpet repair
  • Hookah burn repairs
  • Carpet re-stretch
  • Carpet re-tack
  • Bonded inset patching
  • Carpet relay
  • Pet damage repair

Carpet Cleaning

  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Custom built truck mounted cleaning machine
  • Deep dirt cleaning extraction system
  • Safe, non-toxic, biodegradable products
  • Baby and pet safe products

Tile and Grout Cleaning

Suspected Stormwater Pollution – Unincorporated SD County

2/5/2024 – Flood victims with debris they would like picked up by the County can now call the Debris Hotline at 858-495-5700

 

Call the phone number above to report a suspected stormwater issue.

To better serve you, please have the following information prepared:

  • The stormwater pollutant
  • Street address of the problem or other location identifier
  • Time and duration of the alleged incident
  • The activity causing this incident
  • The name of the responsible party or business

Any personal information you provide will be kept confidential.

The County of San Diego Watershed Protection Program can also be reached via email at watersheds@sdcounty.ca.gov

The BBQ Doctor

BBQ Services

Cleaning

Repairs

Installation

Consultations

Call for pricing & appointments

Superior Ready Mix – Mission Gorge

No matter the project they can help supply all of your construction materials. They can provide you with concrete for your residential, commercial and landscaping needs.

Quiroz Recycling

Accepts all metals for recycling plus household appliances. $5 drop off charge for small appliances and $10 charge for refrigerators. No household hazardous waste, batteries or bulbs. Call 619-851-7835 to confirm.

We haul away Motorcycles, lawn mowers, small engines, and most gas-powered equipment! (broken or running). The last thing we want to see is lawn mowers or any small engines getting thrown into the trash. It doesn’t matter if it is an old lawn mower or new lawn mower because we take all small engines in any condition. Our main goal is to reuse, recycle and reduce.

We recycle/reuse:

  • Broken Motorcycles
  • Lawn mowers
  • Riding mowers
  • Tractors, Generators
  • Gas powered equipment.
  • Oxygen tanks, helium tanks, and propane tanks should be completely empty and nozzle needs to be removed before recycling.

Free Haul Away of Motorcycle, Lawn Mowers & Small Engines

Small fee for electric mowers

Will pay for motorcycles with current registration and title

Call 619-851-7835 to verify accepted items and fees/refunds.

Quicki 10 Minute Oil Change

This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters and coolant at no charge.

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.

The Audiocraftsman

Since about 1975, I’ve been repairing and restoring vintage hifi and stereo gear-both tube and solid state-,commercial and musical instrument amplifiers, juke amps, and even antique radios. Another specialty is high end,three motor reel-to-reel machines, (such as Ampex, Revox,Crown, Berlant/Concertone,etc.). Thousands of original service manuals and Sams Photofacts in stock.
I’ve done thousands of units for thousands of customers. I can work on ANY brand of gear, even gear made by companies that are long out of business. I’m NOT a dealer,I dont sell anything nor am I looking to buy your equipment. I just want to repair it quickly and at a price we can both live with.

Summit Transmissions

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge and provide FREE oil recycling drain pans while supplies last.
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.

Stormwater Information – Unincorporated SD County

Call the phone number above if you would like to request more information on stormwater or your local watershed.

The County of San Diego Watershed Protection Program can also be reached via email at watersheds@sdcounty.ca.gov

The County’s reports and regulations can be found at https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/dpw/watersheds/ordinance.html

 

TechWaste Recycling

All forms of electronic assets are accepted for recycling. If it has a cord, battery or chip TechWaste can help.

R2, ISO 14001 & OHSAS 18001 certified electronics recycler committed to e-waste & recycling services that are environmentally sustainable.

-free pickup’s available

Stater Bros. – Ramona

This location accepts plastic bags & film for recycling.
Drop them with a cashier or manager.

Please recycle only clean, dry plastic bags and film. Remove receipts or any other items from bags.

Examples of plastic film and bags include:

– Retail, carryout, produce, newspaper, bread, and dry cleaning bags (clean, dry and free of receipts and clothes hangers)
– Zip-top food storage bags (clean and dry)
– Plastic shipping envelopes(remove labels), bubble wrap and air pillows (deflate)
– Product wrap on cases of water/soda bottles, paper towels, napkins, disposable cups, bathroom tissue, diapers, and female sanitary products
– Furniture and electronic wrap
– Plastic cereal box liners (but if it tears like paper, do not include)
– Any film packaging or bag that has the How2Recycle Label

*Not all items are accepted at all drop-off locations. Check with your local drop-off to see what is accepted.

Do not include:

– Degradable/compostable bags or film packaging
– Pre-washed salad mix bags
– Frozen food bags
– Candy bar wrappers
– Chip bags
– Six-pack rings

Want to know what happens to recycled plastic film?

Find out here!

Technology Training Foundation of America

All donations will be screened for eligibility according to minimum requirements for placement in schools. Items that fail to meet these requirements will be recycled at IMS Recycling.

The foundation will arrange for donations of 20 or more complete computer systems to be picked up.

To receive or donate computers, email:

donate@computers2learnby.org

StarTech Computers

Hardware and software repairs for PC and Mac computers and phone & tablet repairs.

Staples – El Cajon

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.

Recycle ink and get rewards back

Sign up for Staples Rewards and earn $2 back on every recycled ink or toner cartridge.

Batteries that can be recycled include:

  • Lithium ion (Li-Ion)
  • Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)
  • Nickel zinc (Ni-ZN)
  • Non-rechargeable lithium NEW
  • Rechargeable nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)
  • Single-use alkaline NEW
  • Small sealed lead acid (SSLA/Pb)

Recycled batteries must be no heavier than 11 lb

What can be recycled in store

Tech

Adapters & hubs

Battery backup devices

Cable/satellite receivers

Calculators

Car & wall chargers

CD/DVD/Blu-ray discs & players

Coffee brewers (less than 40 lb.)

Computers

Computer speakers

Connected home devices

Digital & video cameras

Digital projectors

Earbuds & AirPods®

Fax machines

Flash drives

Gaming consoles & controllers

GPS devices

Hard drives

Headphones & headsets

Keyboards & mice

Label makers

Tech (cont.)

Laminators

Laptops & MacBook®

Mobile phones & iPhone®

Monitors (CRT, LED / LCD, plasma)

MP3 players & iPod®

Printers & multifunction devices

Routers & modems

Scanners

Shredders

Small servers

Smart watches & Apple Watch®

Stereo receivers

Stylus pens & Apple Pencil®

Tablets, iPad® & eReaders

USB & Lightning® cables

Video streaming devices

Webcams

Printer cartridges

Ink cartridges

Toner cartridges & drum units

Batteries

Lithium ion (Li-Ion)

Nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH)

Nickel zinc (Ni-ZN)

Non-rechargeable lithium NEW

Rechargeable nickel cadmium (Ni-Cd)

Single-use alkaline NEW

Small sealed lead acid (SSLA/Pb)

Writing tools

Crayons NEW

Pens & markers NEW

Wooden & mechanical pencils NEW

 

Even more

Phone & iPhone cases NEW

Tablet, iPad & eReader cases NEW

Shredding (cost per pound)

What can’t be recycled in store

Air conditioners

Appliances

Floor-model printers or copiers

Kitchen appliances

Lamps or bulbs

Large servers

Large speakers

Medical devices

Records or record players

Smoke detectors

Televisions

Vaporizers

*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.

TCR Services Inc.

If you are still throwing away your company’s empty toner cartridges, you are missing out on a great opportunity! TCR Services will pay you for your empty brand name printer/fax toner cartridges. We are an authorized recycling service center for HP amongst other brand names. To recycle your toners, simply collect your empty cartridges and periodically you can send them to us. If you have over 20 cartridges you may contact us to arrange for a pick up.

Stadium Golf Center Clubfitting

Since 1995, we have operated our award winning facility with your complete satisfaction in mind because “We Care About Your Game!” Our neatly stocked, nationally recognized discount golf shop merchandise operation is fully outfitted with all the major brands – no house brands! NO BAIT AND SWITCH HIGH PRESSURE SALES! Our 90 day customer satisfaction policy and low price guarantee allows you to buy with confidence. We have it all…golf clubs, shoes, gloves, clothing, balls, hats, grips, accessories, books, videos, training aids, eyewear and more! We offer fair market value for golf clubs you may want to trade in. We offer complete repair, regrip and reshafting services to take care of any and all golf club concerns you may have. We are here for all your golfing needs! “Why shop anywhere else???” Our PGA Professional club fitters are here to fit you correctly and to allow you to choose the brand you want without bias.  Seeing and analyzing your ball flight is absolutely critical in the customized club fitting process.  Our outdoor club fitting operation allows you to “See It Fly Before You Buy!”  Our club fitting professionals will validate your specifications by working with you to ensure your clubs of choice fit you properly to maximize your performance and enjoyment of your golf game!

Father Joe’s Villages Thrift Store – El Cajon

Father Joe’s Villages will accept a variety of previously-owned items including men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes, jewelry and accessories, furniture, household goods, kitchen supplies and appliances, décor, books, music and other entertainment items. All items must be clean and good working condition. Working appliances must be in decent shape, not have rust and not be a built-in appliance.

Computers older than 5 years old will not be accepted.

Pick-up service available, call 1-800-HOMELESS to set up an appointment.

Accepted items:

Clothing: Virtually all types of clean, gently-used clothing and shoes, including women’s, men’s, kid’s, children’s, baby’s dresses, shirts, pants, skirts, shorts, sandals, tennis shoes, sneakers, heels, flats, boots and more.

Household: Small appliances in working condition (microwaves, blenders, toasters, etc), dishes, glasses, silverware, bedding, linens, pillows, rugs, comforters, home decor, baby items (see restrictions below), art and frames.

Jewelry: Virtually all types of jewelry, including rings, necklaces, bracelets, and earrings.

Accessories: Virtually all types of accessories, including purses, bags, belts, ties and wallets.

Furniture: Any furniture that can be carried by no more than two people, including couches, love seats, armchairs, chairs, dining room sets, tables, coffee tables, mirrors, nightstands, headboards, office chairs, non-wooden desks, dressers and more. See restrictions below.

Electronics: Stereos, radios, LED, flat panel & plasma televisions, video game consoles, computers (laptops, monitors, hard drives, etc), tablets, phones, typewriters, cameras and other electronics. See notice below about donating electronics.*

Entertainment: Books & textbooks, toys (stuffed animals, dolls, action figures, etc), sports equipment, board games, DVDs, CDs and vinyl records.

Other: Camping gear, sporting goods, estate goods, tools, collectibles, luggage, bikes, musical instruments and MORE!

* IMPORTANT REMINDER BEFORE YOU DONATE ELECTRONICS: Please make sure to remove all confidential information before you donate electronics. Also, please note, when you donate electronics, State of California regulations require that Father Joe’s Villages collect your name, address, telephone number and signature, indicating that the donated device was used within California. Your collected information is kept confidential and is never used for advertising or marketing purposes.

Unaccepted items: 

Air Conditioning Units/ Heating Units

Doors

Light Bulbs

Beds

Magazines

Mattresses/ Box Springs

Carpet/ Padding

Electronics with Broken or Cracked Screens

Pianos/ Organs

Conference Tables

Flammable Items

Pool Tables

Countertops

Construction Material

Sinks

Copiers

Futons

Swing Sets

Stained, Torn or Broken Furniture

Hazardous Materials

Toilets

Cribs & Car Seats

Hot Water Heaters

Wall Units (One-Piece, Large)/Entertainment Centers

CRT TV’s (5 years or older)

Kitchen Cabinets

Wooden Desks (Large)

 

St. John’s Thrift Shop

Through their shop they strive to provide the finest support and assistance possible to those in the Fallbrook Community and beyond in the name of St. John’s Episcopal Church.

  • They strive to sell high quality, reasonably priced merchandise to our customers
  • They strive to provide a friendly, helpful and courteous atmosphere for our customers
  • Through public and personal means, they ensure that the public knows that their donations to St. John’s Thrift Shop offer the finest support and assistance to Fallbrook and those in need beyond our community
  • They supply grants to organizations in the community which provide food, clothing, shelter and/or support to those in need

Ssubi Recycling

Free electronic waste pick-up available for residents and businesses to help support a local charity, Ssubi Is Hope. The “Greening for Good” project has kept over 400,000 lbs. of medical equipment and supplies out of the landfill and diverts it to the underserved health center around the world.

Ssubi Is Hope will collect electronic waste from homes and businesses to offset the costs of truck rentals, fuel, etc. that the organization uses to collect medical waste from hospitals, doctors offices, and home care/hospice patients.

This organization will also accept unopened medical supplies and sterile medical tools from residents, businesses, and hospitals.

 

Call Now (858)935-5491
to Schedule your FREE pick-up!
(Drop off available with appt.)

Email ssubirecycling@gmail.com

Quality Recycling – Vista

This business offers money for recyclable items from businesses as well as individuals.  Some of the items they recycle include: cardboard, scrap metal, aluminium, plastics, and glass.  Oxygen tanks and propane tanks should be completely empty and nozzle needs to be removed before recycling.

Commercial pickup available for cardboard. See websites for details.

Spring Valley Lawn Mower Shop

Spring Valley Lawn Mower Shop
offers service and repairs on any brand of garden and outdoor power equipment.

We are also authorized service dealers for: MARUYAMA, MAKITA, HUSQVARNA, DR® POWER EQUIPMENT, & EFCO Brands.

Please call store to confirm rates and items for repair.

Tara Tailor Shop

Services Offered

Bridesmaid Dress Alterations

Children’s Clothing Alterations

Clothing Restoration

Costume Alterations

Custom Tailoring

Dress Alterations

Formal Wear Alterations

Hemming Services

Home Decor Alterations

Jeans/Denim Alterations

Leather Alterations

Leather Repair

Outerwear Alterations

Pant & Trouser Alterations

Patching Services

Shirt & Blouse Alterations

Skirt Alterations

Suit Alterations

Tapering Services

Uniform Alterations

Wedding Dress Alterations

Zipper Replacement & Repair

South Coast Tool Repair

They service all major tool brands, pneumatic tools, air tools, fall protection, and construction equipment.

Quality Recycling – Poway

Click here to see list of items accepted and not accepted.  Non-CRV plastics and glass are also accepted, but no payout is given for them.

Oxygen tanks and propane tanks should be completely empty and nozzle needs to be removed before recycling.

See website for coupons.

Valvoline Instant Oil Change – Escondido

This location accepts used motor oil at no charge.

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.

San Diego County Sheriff’s Pine Valley Substation

Medications

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.

Needles/Sharps

Make sure sharps are stored in a sharps container kit or in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids. Containers should be no larger than 2 liters or 1/2 gallon.

Do not put in: paper or plastic bags, glass containers, cardboard or coated paper containers, plastic bottles that have a CRV (California Redemption Value), or milk jugs.

The sharps/needles drop box is located outside the station and the medication drop box is located inside the station and is only open during office station hours.

To confirm drop off location and program details, call station’s non-emergency number at (619) 938-8400.

Quality Recycling – Lakeside West

Products we accept

  • Aluminum Cans
  • CRV Glass
  • Cardboard
  • #1 -#7CRV Beverage Containers
  • Milk Containers
  • Car Batteries
  • Copper/Copper Wire
  • Aluminum/Aluminum Wire
  • Brass
  • Stainless Steel
  • Non-Ferrous Metals
  • Steel

 

Oxygen tanks and propane tanks should be completely empty and nozzle needs to be removed before recycling.

See website for coupons.

NOTE: 

  • Recycling funds are received right away, unless you are recycling scrap metals as an individual.
  • The State of California has mandated that all recycling centers withhold payment for three days for scrap metal purchases over twenty dollars from individuals.
  • Businesses that are licensed and contractors are paid immediately
  • List is subject to change without notice. Please check back frequently.

South Bay Detention Facility

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.

Hours at this facility are:  M – F 8 – 5 pm.

To confirm medication drop off at more locations in San Diego County, call the specific Sheriff’s Office in your location.

San Diego County Sheriff’s Lemon Grove Station

Medications

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.

Ammunition

Call the non-emergency number to have an deputy dispatched to your home where they will pick it up.

To confirm the drop off location, call the station’s non-emergency number at (619) 337-2000.

San Diego County Sheriff’s Lakeside Station

Medications
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.

Needles/Sharps
Make sure sharps are stored in a sharps container kit or in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids. Containers should be no larger than 2 liters or 1/2 gallon.

Do not put in: paper or plastic bags, glass containers, cardboard or coated paper containers, plastic bottles that have a CRV (California Redemption Value), or milk jugs.

To confirm drop off location or other details, call the station’s non-emergency number at (619) 938-1360.

South Appliance Repair

South Appliance is a full service appliance repair company. We service all of the major brands foreign and domestic, residential and commercial. Appliances serviced include, refrigerators, freezers, icemakers, dishwashers, washing machines, dryers, ranges, microwaves, garbage disposals and trash compactors.
For a full list of the appliances we service see Services Offered or for repair warranty information please see Warranty

San Diego County Sheriff’s Julian Substation

Medications/Prescription Drugs
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.

Needles/Sharps
Make sure sharps are stored in a sharps container kit or in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids. Containers should be no larger than 2 liters or 1/2 gallon.

Do not put in: paper or plastic bags, glass containers, cardboard or coated paper containers, plastic bottles that have a CRV (California Redemption Value), or milk jugs.

Drop-off bins for sharps are located outside of the station, call the station’s non-emergency number to confirm.

Ammunition

Call the non-emergency number to have an deputy dispatched to your home where they will pick it up.

Station non-emergency number: (760) 765-4718.

SOS Upholstery

Furniture & Commercial upholstery, Auto & Boat upholstery.

This location will recycle scrap fabric and furniture that they are not able to repurpose.

Call to verify services and other details.

San Diego County North Coastal Sheriff’s Station

Medications 

Medications in standard containers should be emptied and put into clear plastic bags before depositing 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.  Collection boxes are located inside the lobby.

Most prescription drug drop-off locations are open weekdays from 8am to 5pm. Call the station’s non-emergency number for hours.

Ammunition

Call the non-emergency number to have an deputy dispatched to your home where they will pick it up.

Station non-emergency number: (760) 966-3500

San Diego County Sheriff’s Campo Substation

Medications

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.

Station non-emergency number: (619) 478-5378

San Diego County Sheriff’s Borrego Springs Office

Medications 

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.

Needles/Sharps

Make sure sharps are stored in a sharps container kit or in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids. Containers should be no larger than 2 liters or 1/2 gallon.

Do not put in: paper or plastic bags, glass containers, cardboard or coated paper containers, plastic bottles that have a CRV (California Redemption Value), or milk jugs.

Most drop-off bins for sharps are located outside of the station, call the station’s non-emergency number to confirm.

Ammunition

Call the station’s non-emergency number for instructions.

Station non-emergency number: (760) 767-5656

San Diego County Sheriff’s Alpine Station

Medications 

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.

Ammunition

Call the station’s non-emergency number for more instructions.

Station non-emergency number: (619) 659-2600

Visit San Diego County Sheriff’s Department website for more info: Here

San Diego County Sheriff’s 4S Ranch Substation

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Police Department Station drop-off locations are not available at this time.

Medications

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.

Station non-emergency number: (858) 521-5200

SoCal Garage Doors

We sell, install and service all major garage door and opener brands such as C.H.I. , Wayne Dalton, Clopay, First United Technologies, Amarr, Unique, Liftmaster, Stanley, Genie, Marantec, Craftsman, Chamberlain and more.

Quality Interiors

Furniture upholstery and refurbishing services. Call for more information.

San Diego County Metals and Recycling

Roll-Off Service For Businesses & Commercial Accounts

For larger scrap metal jobs, our 40sq. yd roll-off boxes provide an economical, safe and environmentally responsible solution for transporting your materials. We can efficiently coordinate the pick up of materials with 24-48 hours of your request.

OCC Cardboard Service

San Diego County Recycling is the area’s leading cardboard recycler. We offer a countywide pick up service for your bailed OCC(cardboard). Our flexible pick up hours, courteous drivers and competitive pricing make us an easy choice for your cardboard recycling needs. Call us today to discuss your needs and how to maximize your returns!

 

SMC ZeroWaste

They are committed to helping the communities they serve by addressing the strict mandates of California AB 341. This New Law  requires cities and counties in the state to divert 75 percent of waste from landfills by the year 2020 (Click Here to See Law).

SMC Zero Waste, located in Southern California is fully equipped with the assets to serve as the single vendor service to meet recycling, collection, certified destruction, and de-packaging needs of any size commercial or industrial processing facility.  Their on-site services include consultation, storage and waste management.  They also provide collection and transportation of all materials to our Southern California transfer station where the waste is processed and recyclables are made available for reuse in agricultural products, fuel and landscape materials.

Skyline Recycling Co.

SKYLINE RECYCLING ACCEPTS ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS:

All CRV Beverage Containers

  • Aluminum Cans
  • #1 Plastic Beverage Containers
  • #2-7 CRV Beverage Containers
  • CRV Glass Bottles

Nonferrous Scrap Metals

  • Copper wire, tubing, sheeting, etc
  • Copper wire insulated
  • Brass
  • Scrap Aluminum
  • Radiators
  • Aluminum Wheels
  • Aluminum Wire

Other recyclables

  • Milk Plastic Containers
  • #1 Plastic beverage Containers Non CRV
  • #2 Plastic beverage Containers Non CRV
  • Cardboard
  • Ballasts
  • Compressors
  • Copper motors

Skyline Recycling does not accept the following materials:

  • Hazardous Waste
  • Batteries
  • Ceramics
  • Electronics
  • Oil
  • Tires
  • Wood
  • Newspaper
  • E-Waste Disposal

Pays out for some items.

Call or see website for more information.

Quality Appliances

They specialize in

Refrigerator Repair

Washer Repair

Dryer Repair

Dishwasher Repair

Cooktop Repair

Stove, Oven Repair

Disposal Repair

On site or drop off at the shop

San Diego County Compost Bin Rebate Program

Compost bins must be purchased from a Dixieline ProBuild location in Rancho San Diego or Escondido. At the point of sale, the person listed on the voucher will be required to show proof of residency in the form of a current utility bill and/or picture ID.

Vouchers are available to Unincorporated County of San Diego residents only.

Vouchers may not be transferred, resold and have no cash value. The County of San Diego reserves the right to make changes to the Compost Bin Voucher Program as it deems necessary.

SK Upholstery

Full-service upholstery shop offering furniture restoration & repair for residential, government & military, or institutional & commercial customers

San Diego County Administration Center

Medications

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.

Located at the South Entrance of the Center

Center phone number: (619) 531-5413

San Diego Central Library

Donate Books

The Friends of the San Diego Public Library accepts both hardbound and paperback books inside the San Diego Central Library located downstairs.

Check Out Nature Backpacks

Check Out Nature Backpacks are a jump-start to getting into nearby nature. The packs can be borrowed from the library like a book and include field guides, activity books, binoculars, bug kits, a water bottle, first aid kit, compass, and more. The packs can be borrowed at seven participating branches or by placing a reserve request to have one delivered to another San Diego Public Library location.

Learn Bike Repair and Maintenance every 1st & 3rd Saturday at the Central Library

The Bike Kitchen provides library users with access to shop-grade bicycle tools, professional assistance, along with hands-on learning opportunities and educational resources.

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday from 2 – 4 p.m. | Central Library

Volunteer bicycle mechanics from Hub + Spoke Cycleworks provide minor repair and basic maintenance assistance on a walk-up basis. Bring your bicycle and receive help with flats, cables adjustments, and other simple fixes.

**Please call before going during holiday weekends to confirm workshop**

Silverado Cleaners

Services

Cry cleaning
Laundry
Alterations
Household linens
Wedding gowns and formal wear
Suedes, leathers & fur
Deodorization Treatment
Couture & Vintage
Restoration

Drop off your clothes by 9:30am & they’ll be ready by 5:00pm

Check website for coupons

San Diego Central Jail

Medications 

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.

Facility phone number: (619) 610-1647