Communities: Rainbow

92028

Sew Pro’s – Clairemont

Service/Repair Department:

Sewing Machine

Vacuum

Small Appliance Repair:

Irons

Blenders

Mixers

Flat Irons

Toasters

Fans

Lamps

Curling Irons

 

Sew Pro’s – Oceanside

Service/Repair Department:

Sewing Machine

Vacuum

Small Appliance Repair:

Irons

Blenders

Mixers

Flat Irons

Toasters

Fans

Lamps

Curling Irons

Coupons available on website

On Budget Garage Door Repair

Services Offered

  • Cable Installation

  • Garage Door Installation

  • Roller Installation

  • Safety Sensors Installation

  • Opener Repair

  • Remote Replacement

  • Spring Repair

  • Cable Repair

  • Garage Door Repair

  • Roller Repair

  • Opener Installation

  • Remote Repair

  • Spring Installation

SA Recycling – Logan Heights

No residential appliance pickup available – only drop-off

GENERAL PUBLIC METAL RECYCLING

WE BUY METAL OF ALL SHAPES AND SIZES

We accept all common types of scrap metal including items such as:

  • Ferrous metal
  • Non-ferrous metal
  • End of life vehicles
  • Aluminum wheels
  • Auto batteries
  • Radiators
  • Large domestic appliances
  • Small electricals
  • Aluminum cans
  • Insulated copper wire
  • And much more!

The following materials cannot be accepted

  • CRV
  • Cardboard

The following additional items are prohibited, so cannot be accepted at any of our yards:

  • Oil
  • Fuel
  • Antifreeze
  • Asbestos
  • Radioactive materials or closed containers
  • Propane or tanks
  • Ammunition shells or other explosives ordnance

LOCAL BUSINESSES

Recycling Redefined: Offering the most professional customer service in the industry. Come and sell us your scrap metal! With conveniently located facilities and optimal hours of operation, we accept all types of scrap metals (ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including iron, steel, copper, insulated wire, brass, zinc, aluminum, stainless steel, nickel, lead, and more).

  • General Scrap Metal – Obsolete machinery, equipment, and tools. Virtually any item with metallic content.
  • Demolition and clean up – Metallic construction and clean up debris, plate and structural scrap, and rebar.
  • Contractors – Offering contractors of all trades, including electricians, plumbers, and window contractors, the most competitive pricing for their job-site scrap.
  • Roll-Off Containers – Fast and efficient roll-off service for all your business needs.
  • Scrap Collectors – Get paid top dollar for your scrap with fast and friendly service.
  • End of Life Vehicles – Get paid for your end-of-life vehicles. We accept vehicles of all kinds. Call this location to see if towing service is available.
  • Appliances and Other Items – Bulk purchase of obsolete appliances and all other types of scrap metal.

Go Green and recycle with us today! If you have any questions, feel free to reach us at 1 (800) GOT-SCRAP.

Precision Garage Door Service

Whether you need garage door repair work or a new garage door we’ll complete your job quickly and professionally. Call us today and learn why we are your best choice in Puget Sound for garage door and garage door opener service and sales. We look forward to serving you!+

We take environmental responsibility seriously and are committed to setting a positive example for recycling and sustainable business practices.

  • Our entire fleet of service vehicles are Flexfuel hybrids.
  • We haul away and recycle your old doors and parts
  • We employ an active “Trip Miles Reduction program” including:
    • Use of GPS systems
    • Geo-targeted scheduling
    • Active dispatch techniques

Oliver Audiology and Hearing Aid Services

Hearing aid repair and adjustment services. Whether you are having trouble hearing, need some help with your existing hearing aids, or want to learn about one of our other services, give us a call. We’re here and happy to help! We are a locally owned, full service hearing and audiology practice focused on providing the highest quality of hearing care. With over 30 years of experience serving San Diego residents, our team is ready to help you get the most out of life!

We are available for cleaning and repair in the morning between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM and again in the afternoon between 1:00 to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Please be sure to call ahead so we don’t miss you!

SA Recycling – Barrio Logan

For large commercial amounts of metal they provide roll off services;

No residential appliance pickups available – only drop-off

They will accept:

All types of scrap metal

Appliances

CRV

Junk cars

Ron’s Tire and Brake

Will recycle passenger tires for $8 if off rim, add $5 if still on rim

Will recycle big tires, call to verify pricing

Oil Exchange

This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil from residents who change their own oil. Will accept up to 5 gallons of uncontaminated motor oil/antifreeze. Please call to confirm limits.

Senior Gleaners of SD County

Gleaners (Gathering Leftover Produce)

Volunteers, ages 55 and older, glean surplus food from fields, groves, backyards, stores and restaurants. For more than 25 years, the organization has donated tons of food annually to local agencies that feed the hungry. Senior Gleaners is affiliated with the San Diego County Office of Aging and Independent Services. To schedule a donation of produce or food, visit https://www.seniorgleanerssdco.org/site_registration.php or email info@seniorgleanerssdco.org

Phone: (619) 633-9180

Email: info@seniorgleanerssdco.org

 

Types of Food Accepted: Fresh produce (whole fruit & vegetables)

Rockstar Garage Door Services

Rockstar Garage Door Services knows and understands the value of a properly installed, maintained, and functioning garage door. That’s why we’re here to provide you with first-rate maintenance and repair service to make sure your garage door always stays in peak condition. We are committed to providing each of our clients the highest quality workmanship and the most affordable San Diego garage door repair you will ever find.

Oil Exchange

This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil from residents who change their own oil. Please call to confirm limits.

Power Mower

They offer Tune-Ups, Sharpening for Lawnmower blades, Chainsaws, Hand Tools (Shears, Axes, etc), Reel Mowers. They also do Carburetor Rebuilding, Valve Jobs, and Engine Rebuilding.

They are prepared for any and all servicing for your lawn and gardening equipment.

Secure E-Waste Solutions

SES offers E-waste recycling services for businesses, residences, and medical/lab institutions.

Free drop-off for small electronics, call for pricing of larger electronics (TVs, computers, printers, fax machines, etc).
Pick-up services available, call for information.

Other Services include:

– Electronic Recycling
– E-Waste Fundraisers
– De-Installation Services
– IT Asset Disposition
– Equipment Remarketing
– Hard Drive Destruction
– Secure Paper/Document Shredding

Sears Blue Service Crew

Learn more about their services

Appliances

Cooling & Heating

Electronics

Fitness

Lawn & Garden

Poway Vacuum & Sewing

Since 1970, Poway Vacuum & Sewing has served the sewing machine and vacuum cleaner needs of the San Diego. Whether your needs are for home or commercial use, we have the knowledge and experience to ensure that your purchase is the one that fits your needs.

We also offer knowledgeable and experienced service if your machine ever needs repair, tune-up, or replacement parts.

SD Laptops – Pacific Beach

The highly-trained technicians at SD Laptops have many years of experience with all laptop, notebook, MacBook and desktop computer repairs. We pride our company on honesty and the good relationships forged through customer satisfaction. We service all makes and models of Apple/MAC laptops, iMac, PC laptops, notebooks, and most desktops: Dell, Sony, IBM, HP, Compaq, Toshiba, Gateway, Averatec, Alienware, Fujitsu, Acer, Panasonic, Apple, and others. Typical laptop, notebook, MacBook, and computer repairs include:

  • DC Power jack/plug replacement
  • Motherboard repair
  • LCD Screen replacement
  • Virus removal
  • Software installs
  • System recovery
  • Memory upgrades
  • Data Recovery
  • Hard drive replacements and upgrades
  • Wireless install and security
  • Blue screen repair
  • BIOS Upgrades
  • Broken USB repair
  • And more!

Riley Recycling – Chula Vista

Recycling services include:

Appliances

Metals

Electronics

They purchase the following steel and metalwork, including, but not limited:

  • All Types of Aluminum
  • Brass
  • Cobalt-Based Alloys
  • All Types of Copper
  • Electronics
  • Insulated Wire
  • Metal HMS1 – HMS2
  • Laminate or Tin
  • Nickel
  • Precious Metals
  • Small and Large Appliances
  • Stainless Steel
  • Titanium

This location does not accept CRV for recycling. 

Please contact location for details on accepted items and other information.

SD iRepairs

Our Mission

Our main focus @ SD iRepairs is to get your cracked iPhone screen repaired in the fastest time possible using the highest quality parts.  Usual repair time is around  10 to 15 minutes. 

iPhone Repairs Done Fast

We are located inside a two story business complex on the first floor. There is an entrance right from the street!

SD iRepairs Express

2321 Morena Blvd Ste. C , San Diego, California 92110, United States

Shop : (619) 642-0522 or text during business hours to: (760) 952-0900

COVID

When you book an appointment with SD iRepairs, We come to your location and do the repair in our vehicle. Repair takes about 10 to 15 minutes and you will be back to enjoying your day. Call or hit the Book now button.

Book Now

Oil Changers – Ramona

This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil from residents who change their own oil.

Call for more details.

Schuster Appliance

They have prompt quality service on the following:

  • Refrigerators
  • Freezers
  • Ice Makers
  • Washers
  • Dryers
  • Ranges and Ovens
  • Cook Tops
  • Dishwashers
  • Garbage Disposals
  • Appliances
They offer low prices and use genuine factory parts. They give flat written estimates in advance. They offer a one year warranty on parts and labor.

Oceanside Police Department

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.

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

Non-emergency number: (760) 435-4900

EDCO Sanco Resource Recovery – Lemon Grove

SANCO processes mixed construction loads of wood, concrete, asphalt & gypsum board. Solid, Special, Hazardous and Green Wastes are not accepted at the facility.

Materials Accepted and Recycled:
  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Drywall
  • Metals
  • Carpet (no area rugs)
  • Rock
  • Asphalt
  • Cardboard
  • Tile (concrete or porcelain)

No hazardous or solid waste, please!

Do I have to sort the different materials?
Absolutely not! Just bring your mixed load of CDI material only, and they’ll do all the work! *One exception: Carpet cannot be commingled with any other CDI material. 

Do I have to make an appointment?
NO. The facility is open to the public six days per week Monday – Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There are no long lines and appointments are not necessary.

Can I get credit?
If you use their solid waste transfer station in San Diego, La Mesa, Escondido, Ramona, Fallbrook or our CDI facility in San Marcos, you can get credit with SANCO. Or, you may complete a credit application and we’ll process it for approval – call our office for more information. Please call in advance to ensure we have you set up and eliminate time wasted dealing with it at SANCO.

San Pasqual Valley Soils

We love to give back to our community! On the second Saturday of each month we will offer our Featured Product to the public for free. You are invited to come and load up whatever amount you need for your own benefit.

Free if self-loaded into your vehicle using your own containers and tools. Product must be tarped in trucks or contained. *

Don’t miss out… it only happens once a month!

This facility accepts yard trimmings: brush and branches, grass, leaves, root balls (not accepted if covered in dirt) logs and stumps, straw, clean wood (chips, sawdust, lumber) from residential, commercial and agricultural sectors.

 

Reusable Finds

Donate your unwanted items and keep them out of our San Diego landfills.
Contact us today! We can revive, reinvent, upcycle and reuse each item so that it can be incorporated into any décor.

Items are sold and some are donated to local organizations in need.

We welcome plants and trees as well for neighborhood beautification projects.

Estate Cleanup Service:

The Reusable Finds staff works closely with real estate agents, financial institutions, landlords, estate sale representatives and home owners to quickly and economically clean out estates, rentals, storage units and foreclosure properties.

We thoroughly clean out all unwanted items and haul them away. We recycle as much content as possible in our efforts to keep as much rubbish out of the landfills as we can. That goes for cloth, paper, metals and glass. All items that are in reuseable condition will be donated or refurbished and given or sold inexpensively to those in need. All items that need to be repaired or re-conditioned, Reusable Finds will repair, re-purpose and offer it another chance to extend its life cycle.

Don’t want to take the rest? Then leave it to us to get it out of your way. Feel good about yourself for not dumping everything into our landfills and call for free quote 858-449-4381!

Call 858-449-4381 or email Reusablefindsstore@gmail.com for more information

Pacific Sunscapes Sprinkler Repair

At Pacific Sunscapes we use our experience to provide drought tolerant solutions, landscape design services, unique water features, and irrigation services. We can transform your yard into an outdoor living space essentially bringing the indoors out so you gain more living space. Let us transform your landscape with our water wise “Dryscape” services and solutions. All of our work keeps both our clients and the environment in mind. Together we can help you create a beautiful planting design and gorgeous landscape. You can trust us to follow up on all of our landscaping solutions with expert maintenance services. Our services will add value to your property while giving you numerous environmental and health benefits.
Our Outdoor Services Include the Following:
  • Lawn Service
  • Landscape & Irrigation Design Service
  • Landscaping Services
  • Landscape Installation & Maintenance
  • Irrigation System Installation & Maintenance
  • Sprinkler System Installation, Repair & Maintenance
  • Irrigation Assessment & Renovations
  • Artificial Turf, Installation & Maintenance
  • Retaining Walls & Fences
  • Pavers, Concrete, Walkways, & Patios
  • Decks
  • Water Features
  • Landscape Lighting
  • Drainage Systems
  • Patio Structures

San Diego Sound and Music Repair

Services & Repairs

Pro Sound

    • Mixing Consoles
    • Mixers
    • Powered Mixers
    • Effects Processors
    • Equalizers
    • Crossovers
    • Power Amplifiers
    • Powered Speakers
    • Speakers
    • Portable and Battery Operated PA Systems

Recording

    • Hard Disk Recorders
    • DAT Recorders
    • Multitrack Analog Tape Machines
    • Cassette Recorders
    • Studio Effects Units
    • CD Burners

Musical Instruments

    • Keyboards
    • Synthesizers
    • Drum Machines
    • Electronic Drums—modules and triggers
    • Modeling Guitars

DJ Gear

    • Turntables
    • CD Players
    • Mixers
    • Speakers
    • MPC

Instrument Amplifiers

    • Guitar Amplifiers-Tube and Solid State
    • Tube Amplification Specialists
    • Acoustic Guitar Amplifiers
    • Keyboard Amplifiers
    • Bass Amps

Speakers

    • Speaker Reconing
    • Crossover Repairs
    • Diaphragm Replacement

* If your equipment is not listed here give us a call. We can repair almost any type of electronic equipment used for sound or music creation and reproduction.

Alexander’s Upholstering

They specialize in restoring old furniture as well as drapes, boat upholstery and car upholstery. Please call to confirm services and hours.

We carry in stock fabrics and vinyl’s

We offer pick up and delivery services

 

San Diego Shredders

Drop-off and pick-up services available for residences and businesses.

Call for more details.

Scheduled Document Destruction Service

Our practical and attractive security bins are available at no charge to you for as long as you use our service. We stock four different sizes/styles to meet your needs. Convenient scheduled pick-up service is available from $13/month. 24-hour response time for off-schedule or emergency pickups GUARANTEED. Call or email us for exact pricing.

Purge Service

Priced as low as $50 for one-time purge service. Prices are quoted per standard file box , pound, or gallon (please see our “Weights & Measures” page). If a unit of measurement is unavailable, we will be happy to quote an equal hourly rate to the aforementioned measured rates. Call or email us for exact pricing.

Drop Off Service

If you are interested in our drop off location, our sister company Green Shredding and its shredding warehouse is now open. The drop off shredding hours are 11am-5pm Monday-Friday and 9am-2pm on Saturday with a cost of $5/box with NO minimum, but you can call to schedule an appointment for ANYTIME ($40 minimum for all appointments). The physical address is 1616 G St, San Diego, CA 92101.

San Diego Rescue Mission – City Heights

Your gently-used or surplus clothing and household goods can save lives!

Donate GoodsThat’s because your donated items are used in one of two ways. They either go directly to our clients to help meet their needs, or they are sold at one of our three thrift stores to raise money for our critical programs. Local neighbors also benefit, as they have come to rely on the bargains at our thrift stores to make their own ends meet.

You can donate your items in one of two ways:

donation_box

1) Schedule a Pickup
To schedule a pick-up of items at your home or business, please complete our Online Donation Form or call us at 619-819-1793.

2) Drop Them Off (They are currently not accepting any donations at our Central San Diego Thrift Stores.)
If you prefer to deliver the items to us, donations to the San Diego Rescue Mission are gratefully accepted at the following locations:

Point Loma Thrift Store
3601 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
619-819-1785

Monday – Saturday
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
Directions

Mission Donation Center
We are currently not accepting any donations at our Central San Diego Thrift Stores. Please schedule a pick-up online.

North Park Thrift Store
3055 University Avenue
San Diego, CA 92104
619-819-1855

Monday – Friday
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
CLOSED ON SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Directions

Our most needed materials donations fall into one of the following categories:

CLOTHING/SHOES

New and gently used

FURNITURE & SMALL APPLIANCES

Plus other household items in good condition

TV & ELECTRONICS

Working televisions and electronics

BABY CRIBS

And other items for infants

BIBLES

And devotional materials

TOILETRIES

General hygiene products

 

Click here for a list of items not accepted.

San Diego Rescue Mission – Point Loma

Your gently-used or surplus clothing and household goods can save lives!

Donate GoodsThat’s because your donated items are used in one of two ways. They either go directly to our clients to help meet their needs, or they are sold at one of our three thrift stores to raise money for our critical programs. Local neighbors also benefit, as they have come to rely on the bargains at our thrift stores to make their own ends meet.

You can donate your items in one of two ways:

donation_box

1) Schedule a Pickup
To schedule a pick-up of items at your home or business, please complete our Online Donation Form or call us at 619-819-1793.

2) Drop Them Off
If you prefer to deliver the items to us, donations to the San Diego Rescue Mission are gratefully accepted at the following locations:

Point Loma Thrift Store
3601 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
619-819-1785

Monday – Saturday
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
Directions

North Park Thrift Store
3055 University Avenue
San Diego, CA 92104
619-819-1855

Monday – Friday
9:15 am – 4:30 pm
CLOSED ON SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Directions

Our most needed materials donations fall into one of the following categories:

CLOTHING/SHOES

New and gently used

FURNITURE & SMALL APPLIANCES

Plus other household items in good condition

TV & ELECTRONICS

Working televisions and electronics

BABY CRIBS

And other items for infants

BIBLES

And devotional materials

TOILETRIES

General hygiene products

 

Click here for a list of items not accepted.

San Diego Rescue Mission – North Park

Your gently-used or surplus clothing and household goods can save lives!

Donate GoodsThat’s because your donated items are used in one of two ways. They either go directly to our clients to help meet their needs, or they are sold at one of our three thrift stores to raise money for our critical programs. Local neighbors also benefit, as they have come to rely on the bargains at our thrift stores to make their own ends meet.

You can donate your items in one of two ways:

donation_box

1) Schedule a Pickup
To schedule a pick-up of items at your home or business, please complete our Online Donation Form or call us at 619-819-1793.

2) Drop Them Off
If you prefer to deliver the items to us, donations to the San Diego Rescue Mission are gratefully accepted at the following locations:

Point Loma Thrift Store
3601 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
619-819-1785

Monday – Saturday
9:30 am – 5:30 pm
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
Directions

Mission Donation Center
We are currently not accepting any donations at our Central San Diego Thrift Stores. Please schedule a pick-up online.

North Park Thrift Store
3055 University Avenue
San Diego, CA 92105
619-819-1711

Monday – Saturday
8 am – 4 pm
CLOSED ON SUNDAYS
Directions

Our most needed materials donations fall into one of the following categories:

CLOTHING/SHOES

New and gently used

FURNITURE & SMALL APPLIANCES

Plus other household items in good condition

TV & ELECTRONICS

Working televisions and electronics

BABY CRIBS

And other items for infants

BIBLES

And devotional materials

TOILETRIES

General hygiene products

 

Click here for a list of items not accepted.

San Diego Pressure Washing

Services include

Pressure cleaning

Soft washing

Roof cleaning

Mobile screen repair

Window cleaning and/or washing

San Diego Pool Table Movers

Theirtools used to level the pool table after moving it are precise and we guarantee our work. Machinist levels and special tools are generally needed for a smooth move and installation job of a pool table.

Pricing depends on the dimensions of the pool table, the type of move and the circumstances surrounding the move.

They are residential and business pool table movers.  Pool table moves in businesses may incur extra charges in the event we encounter complicated moves with elevators or have parking issues for your job.

They may charge extra for stairs when moving a 3 piece slate pool table. In some cases, we will not move 1pc. slate tables.

San Diego Police Western Division

Call ahead to confirm the lobby is open.

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D.

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.

 

Ammunition

Call the station’s non-emergency number for instructions. You can see here for details on firearms disposal.

Station non-emergency number: (619) 692-4800

San Diego Police Southern Division

Call ahead to confirm the lobby is open.

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D

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.

 

Station non-emergency number: (619) 424-0400

San Diego Police Southeastern Division

Call ahead to confirm lobby is open.

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D.

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.

 

Station non-emergency number: (619) 527-3500

San Diego Police Northwestern Division

Call ahead to confirm the lobby is open.

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D.

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.

 

Station non-emergency number: (858) 523-7000

Potrero Branch 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.

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.

San Diego Police Northeastern Division

Call ahead to confirm the lobby is open.

Please call prior to your visit to verify when the Front Counter Officer is available for your specific request

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: (858) 538-8000 

San Diego Police Mid-City Division

Call ahead to confirm the lobby is open.

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D.

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.

 

Station non-emergency number: (619) 516-3000

San Diego Police Eastern Division

Call ahead to confirm lobby is open

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. To fit into the Police Station kiosks, sharps containers must be 1 gallon or less in size OR have measurements less than 14”H x 8”W x 8”D.

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.

 

Station non-emergency number:  (858) 495-7900

Reliant Aquarium Design

They are a one stop mobile aquarium shop on wheels. Their service vans are fully stocked with additives, food, parts, test kits, 200 gallons of natural seawater, and all the tools necessary to perform typical maintenance or even pump/acrylic/plumbing repair.

Postal Annex – Scripps Ranch

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

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Junk Kings – North County

SD Junk Kings offer pick-up services for appliances, furniture, yard waste, electronic waste, mattress, and construction materials.

Call for more information.

Postal Annex – Escondido

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

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Textbook Buyback Program in Escondido, CA
Need to get rid of your college textbooks? Well, why not SELL them?

At PostalAnnex+ in Escondido, we buy school textbooks and miscellaneous supplies.

Reliable Appliance, Heating and Air

At reliable service-co, we service all major household appliances including:

Refrigerators

Garbage Disposals

Microwave Ovens

Dryers (gas and electric)

Freezers

Ice Machines

Vent Hoods

Ice Makers

Washing Machines

Dishwashers

Trash Compactors

Ovens/Ranges/Stoves (gas and electric)

Postal Annex – Santee

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

reInterpret

reInterpret is a community building resource for materials that may have been considered waste. We collaborate with schools, teachers, artists, and businesses on the topic of sustainability, industry, arts and education. We offer teachers and community members support in using recycled materials to aid in learning math, science, language and creative arts. reInterpret is a California 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

OUR MATERIALS

reInterpret is committed to providing real materials for creative minds to explore. We harvest materials from the community like cardboard, plastic, metal and fabric that may otherwise be put in the landfill and make them available to students, teachers and artists. We offer hundreds of low and no cost materials at our space in Santee.

Donate materials!

Arrange a pick up or drop off of: plastic, metal, fabric, tools, packing materials, wire, rubber, fasteners, lids, caps, corks, wheels, foam, tile, samples, spools and other useful materials.

Workshops and Classes

reInterpret is committed to supporting the community in learning about creative exploration as a means of learning. We offer workshops for teachers and classes for students to inspire use of our materials as well as other found and recycled objects. Please contact us to schedule a customized workshop or class.

San Diego Fibres Corp.

San Diego Fibres Corp. accepts all grades of waste paper including large quantities of books, textbooks, and cardboard at their location as a free drop-off. Pick up services available for businesses only.

San Diego Fibres Corp takes the standard definition of recycling and enhances, refines, and revolutionizes it. Since we opened our doors, weve committed ourselves to changing businesses, communities, and the world at large for the better. We help you make a positive impact on the world around you through recycling.

 

 

REI – Kearny Mesa

Recycle bike inner tubes at REI’s Bike Shop.

They’re also a full-service ski & snowboard shop, offering professional tuning and repairs to keep your gear in perfect shape all season.

Additionally, REI offers outdoor gear rentals, including:

Camping & Hiking
Climbing
Cycling
Paddling
Snow Sports
Car Racks

Contact store for specifics on recycling and rental programs.

Postal Annex – Fallbrook

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Oceanside

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

San Diego CRV Center

Recycling facility for cans and bottles. Bring your aluminum cans, bottles and CRV plastic and glass for cash. Big and bulk loads welcome. They will help you unload.

Postal Annex – Mission Valley

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – La Jolla

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – San Marcos

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

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San Diego County Sheriff’s Valley Center 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.

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) 751-4400

San Diego County Sheriff’s Santee Station

Medications

Prescription drugs only, in original bottle or other bottle for deposit into collection boxes. No over the counter drugs.  Please ensure any liquid medication is enclosed in secure containers before depositing.

Sharps and needle disposal:  Can be taken to the Lakeside Sheriff’s Office 8-5pm. Place needles in a hard case or plastic water bottle with lid.

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 4:50pm. Call the station’s non-emergency number for hours.

Station non-emergency number: (619) 956-4000

San Diego County Sheriff’s San Marcos 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.

https://www.takebackdrugs.org/

Ammunition

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

Station non-emergency number: (760) 510-5200

San Diego County Sheriff’s Rancho San Diego 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.

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

 

For more information: https://www.sdsheriff.gov/community/prescription-drug-drop-off

Ammunition

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

Station non-emergency number: (619) 660-7090

Postal Annex – Allied Gardens/Mission Gorge

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

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San Diego Food Bank – North County

Have nonperishable food items to donate to help local families in need?

Stop by our San Diego Food Bank’s warehouse in Miramar or our North County Food Bank chapter’s warehouse in Vista to donate. Drop-off hours and times are listed below. Please follow signs for Shipping & Receiving.

CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF OUR MOST NEEDED FOOD ITEMS

Click here for alternative public drop-off locations:  SITES

For business partnerships, contact Kayla Thomson, Food Procurement Team, at DonateFood@sandiegofoodbank.org

For business drop-offs, check https://www.sandiegofoodbank.org/food-drives/food-industry-donations

 

San Diego County Sheriff’s Ranchita 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: (760) 782-3353

San Diego County Sheriff’s Poway 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.

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

Station non-emergency number:  (858) 513-2800

Postal Annex – Chula Vista

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

This location offers shredding services.

Postal Annex – Torrey Hills

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse.

Shredding services available.

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Postal Annex – Clairemont

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse.

This location provides document shredding through Shred Nations. No appt. necessary and pricing is by the pound.

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Nikki’s Tailoring

Nikki’s Tailoring provides tailoring and alterations for textiles including dresses, jeans, shirts, and more. They are closed on Sundays.

Postal Annex – San Ysidro

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

Postal Annex – Banker’s Hill

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Loma Portal

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Knife Savers Sharpening Service – Saturdays – Little Italy Farmer’s Market

Join us every Saturday at San Diego’s premier grocery & gift destination: the Little Italy Mercato. Find over 175 farmers & vendors on W. Date St. from Front St. to west of Kettner Blvd., 8AM – 2PM, year-round, rain-or-shine, and support small family farms & local entrepreneurs. The award-winning Little Italy Mercato welcomes California certified farmers & ranchers to supply all of your fresh produce needs, as well as flowers, cheeses, eggs, honey, nuts & more. Additionally, you can find fresh-baked breads, locally-made jams, dips, sauces, seasonings, fish, and snacks from our #6blocksofawesome vendors. Purchase artisan handcrafts for a unique gift, and enjoy a select number of on-site prepared food and beverage options.

Postal Annex – Carmel Valley

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Otay Ranch

This location accepts packaging material in good condition for reuse.

This location offers shredding services.

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Postal Annex – University City

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Alpine

This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials. NOTE 4/9/25 – not accepting donations at this time because donations commonly not in good condition

This location offers shredding services.

Postal Annex – Del Mar

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

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Postal Annex – Del Mar Heights

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

This location offers paper shredding services.

Postal Annex – Mission Valley

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

This location offers paper shredding services at $1.79 per pound.

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Postal Annex – Cardiff

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

This location offers shredding services.

RB Glass & Mirror, Inc

Complete Glass Services | Custom Mirrored Walls | Mirrored Wardrobe Doors | Custom Shower Enclosures | Store Fronts & Tabletops | Retrofit Windows | Screens | Window Repairs | Leak Repairs | Stained Glass Repair | Aquariums

Ray’s Insta-Tune

Drive through fast oil change, smog check, brake and lamp station, electrical/ electronic diagnosis, air conditioning service, battery service, brake service, cooling/ overheating repair, national fleet service, and free pick up/ delivery service.

Postal Annex – San Marcos

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

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