A plastic bag collection container is at the front of the store.
Jurisdiction: Poway
Pedder Chrysler Dodge Ram Jeep of Poway
Accepts used motor oil for recycling.
The Community Food Connection
This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.
St. Michael’s Church Food Group
This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.
Dunn-Edwards | Poway | PaintCare | Paint Recycling
Dunn-Edwards Poway Store
Who Can Use This Program
For Households and Businesses
Restrictions: Limit: 20 gallons per visit.
Hours: Paint is accepted during regular business hours;
Call ahead for hours and to make sure the store can accept
the amount and type of paint you would like to recycle.
This site accepts latex and oil-based house paint, stains and varnish in
containers up to 5 gallons in size. This site does not
accept aerosols (spray paint or other spray products),
containers without original labels, or containers that are leaking or empty.
Visit www.paintcare.org/products-we-accept for complete details.
Poway Certified Farmers’ Market
The Farmers Market is sponsored by the City of Poway and Outback Farms. The market creates a pedestrian-friendly shopping and entertainment experience in the Old Poway Park area. Motorists will be detoured from 6:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m.
The Farmers Market currently offers over 65 vendors providing fresh produce, flowers, music, and freshly-prepared food. All produce is certified, inspected by the agricultural commission, and is brought to you fresh from the grower.
Rancho Bernardo Farmer’s Market
Smart & Final – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – Poway
CalRecycle’s website notifies Californians of local retailers who are obligated to offer CRV redemption in-store when there is no buyback center nearby.
Beverage dealers, retailers that sell CRV beverages, share an obligation to ensure convenient redemption opportunities for consumers. If a beverage dealer is located in an “unserved Convenience zone” and there is no recycling center nearby, these retailers are required to either redeem CRV material in-store (Option A), or opt to pay a fee of $100 per day (Option B).
View a list of “Option A” dealers. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/
The most efficient and effective way to lodge a complaint against a recycling center or an Option A retailer and initiate a CalRecycle inspection of that entity is by emailing your name, phone number, a brief summary of the issue, and the name and address of the subject of your complaint to: complaints@calrecycle.ca.gov.
Oak Knoll Market & Deli – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – Poway
CalRecycle’s website notifies Californians of local retailers who are obligated to offer CRV redemption in-store when there is no buyback center nearby.
Beverage dealers, retailers that sell CRV beverages, share an obligation to ensure convenient redemption opportunities for consumers. If a beverage dealer is located in an “unserved Convenience zone” and there is no recycling center nearby, these retailers are required to either redeem CRV material in-store (Option A), or opt to pay a fee of $100 per day (Option B).
View a list of “Option A” dealers. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/
The most efficient and effective way to lodge a complaint against a recycling center or an Option A retailer and initiate a CalRecycle inspection of that entity is by emailing your name, phone number, a brief summary of the issue, and the name and address of the subject of your complaint to: complaints@calrecycle.ca.gov.
North Park Produce – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – Poway
CalRecycle’s website notifies Californians of local retailers who are obligated to offer CRV redemption in-store when there is no buyback center nearby.
Beverage dealers, retailers that sell CRV beverages, share an obligation to ensure convenient redemption opportunities for consumers. If a beverage dealer is located in an “unserved Convenience zone” and there is no recycling center nearby, these retailers are required to either redeem CRV material in-store (Option A), or opt to pay a fee of $100 per day (Option B).
View a list of “Option A” dealers. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/
The most efficient and effective way to lodge a complaint against a recycling center or an Option A retailer and initiate a CalRecycle inspection of that entity is by emailing your name, phone number, a brief summary of the issue, and the name and address of the subject of your complaint to: complaints@calrecycle.ca.gov.
CVS – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – Poway
CalRecycle’s website notifies Californians of local retailers who are obligated to offer CRV redemption in-store when there is no buyback center nearby.
Beverage dealers, retailers that sell CRV beverages, share an obligation to ensure convenient redemption opportunities for consumers. If a beverage dealer is located in an “unserved Convenience zone” and there is no recycling center nearby, these retailers are required to either redeem CRV material in-store (Option A), or opt to pay a fee of $100 per day (Option B).
View a list of “Option A” dealers. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/
The most efficient and effective way to lodge a complaint against a recycling center or an Option A retailer and initiate a CalRecycle inspection of that entity is by emailing your name, phone number, a brief summary of the issue, and the name and address of the subject of your complaint to: complaints@calrecycle.ca.gov.
Costco – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – Poway
CalRecycle’s website notifies Californians of local retailers who are obligated to offer CRV redemption in-store when there is no buyback center nearby.
Beverage dealers, retailers that sell CRV beverages, share an obligation to ensure convenient redemption opportunities for consumers. If a beverage dealer is located in an “unserved Convenience zone” and there is no recycling center nearby, these retailers are required to either redeem CRV material in-store (Option A), or opt to pay a fee of $100 per day (Option B).
View a list of “Option A” dealers. https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/
The most efficient and effective way to lodge a complaint against a recycling center or an Option A retailer and initiate a CalRecycle inspection of that entity is by emailing your name, phone number, a brief summary of the issue, and the name and address of the subject of your complaint to: complaints@calrecycle.ca.gov.
Stater Bros. – Poway
THIS LOCATIONS IS STILL ACCEPTING PLASTIC BAGS FOR RECYCLING AT THIS TIME!
Drop-box is located inside the store, through the south entrance.
Please recycle only clean, dry plastic bags and film. Remove receipts or any other items from bags.
Lowe’s – Poway
Recycling stations at all participating Lowe’s
The permanent recycling centers, located at the store entrance, offer a free, convenient and easy way for customers to recycle rechargeable batteries, cell phones, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and plastic shopping bags.
Customers can now drop off plastic plant trays, pots and tags for recycling at any Lowe’s Garden Center in the continental United States.
With the purchase of a new appliance, Lowe’s will haul away and recycle customers’ old appliances.
NO household batteries, fluorescent light tubes, or shattered bulbs will be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-877-R1-EARTH
Target – Poway
Recycling at Target
Since 2010, Target’s recycling kiosks have given guests an easy way to recycle cans, glass, plastic bottles, plastic bags/film, MP3 players, ink cartridges and cell phones right in their local store. The goal of the program is to extend Target’s company recycling efforts, and so far, the program has kept thousands of tons of recycled materials out of landfills.
They also host twice-annual car seat trade-in events during which guests can bring in expired car seats and receive a coupon in return. Learn more about current and upcoming program details.
Gently Hugged
Gently used or new infant clothing ranging from preemie to 12 months to distribute to needy babies in the San Diego area. Suggested items are sleepers, short and long sleeved bodysuits (onesies), pants, socks, hats, bibs, blankets and extra items such as overalls, jackets, and dresses. They also welcome board books in good condition.
SEE WEBSITE FOR DROP OFF LOCATIONS
Address listed refers to organization office, active drop off locations listed on the website.
Poway Super Shredders
They are a small micro-enterprise that provides secure document destruction to the Poway and surrounding communities. Free pickup available!
See website for coupons.
Paradise Sewing
An award winning fabric store, Paradise Sewing excels in offering the classes, products and service that San Diego quilters expect.
No appointment necessary!
Bring your machine in for a FREE estimate!
Touch of Class Auto Care Car Wash
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.
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
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
Walter Anderson’s Nursery
Accepts plastic plant pots for reuse
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.
O’Reilly Auto Parts – Poway
This location accepts used motor oil, car/motorcycle 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.
ProTech Computer Repair
Our Services
Computer Repair
- FREE consultation and diagnostics
- Computer Check-Up and Tune-Up Services
- Computer Virus, Spyware Removal
- Data recovery, transfer and backup
- Mac, PC, and Laptop Services & Repair
- Computer upgrades and custom build
- Laptop LCD/LED screen replacement
- Home and Business network setup and consulting
- Any other computer related issues
Sherwin Williams – Poway (PaintCare Program)
This location will accept latex or oil-based architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings such as stains and varnishes, sold in containers of 5 gallons or less.
They do not accept:
- Aerosol
- Industrial
- Original equipment
- Specialty coatings
This location will accept paint under the following conditions:
- Paint must be in its original container
- Container must be labeled
- Container must be in good condition and not leaking
- Container must be five gallons in size or smaller.
Drop-off sites may establish limits on the quantity of products they accept. Generally, the limit in small stores will be lower than in large store. Please check with the site if you have more than 5 gallons.
In addition to residents, this program is available to trade painters, contractors and other businesses with one restriction: If your business produces more than 27 gallons of hazardous waste per month, you may only use the drop-off sites for your latex paint and not for your oil-based paint. To learn more about the 27-gallon restriction, contact PaintCare or the California Department of Toxic Substances at 855-724-6809.
Salvation Army – Poway
Computers must be less than 5 years old to be accepted.
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.
Oil Changers – Poway
This location will accept uncontaminated used motor oil and oil filters from residents. Motor oil must be in a drain pan or 1-quart, 2-quart or 5-quart container.
All 34 Oil Changer locations are Certified Collection Centers where used oil and filters are accepted at no charge for proper disposal.
Call to confirm limits and for more information.
Poway Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility
Services are reserved for residents of the City of Poway, City of Del Mar, City of Carlsbad, City of San Marcos, City of Solana Beach, City of Encinitas, City of Vista, and City of Escondido only.
Please note that City of Escondido residents who call this facility will likely be referred to EDCO Escondido to make an appointment; however, their HHW waste is still accepted here if they show up.
Household hazardous waste and electronic waste is accepted.
Did you know that household cleaners are considered hazardous waste? Learn more about it by visiting our Resources page.
Services:
– Drop off every Saturday from 9 AM – 3 PM, no appointment necessary at 12325 Crosthwaite Circle, Poway, CA 92064. Proof of residency required.
Hours of operation:
– Every Saturday from 9 AM – 3 PM. Call Poway Public Works Department at (858) 668-4710 for more information.
– Please check the Poway HHW website for any holiday Saturday closures.
Maximum Transportation Limits:
-15 gallons of liquid or 125 pounds total volume of household hazardous waste.
Handling instructions:
-Leave products in the existing container, if possible.
-Ensure lids are on tight so containers will no leak.
-Transport containers in the trunk or in the back of the vehicle away from passengers and pets
-Do not transport over 15 gallons or 125 pounds at one time.
-Containers used for transport must be no larger than a 5 gallon bucket.
Other requirements:
-Bring proof of residency in the form of a drivers license or a utility bill.
-Gasoline needs to be in an approved container, commonly found at auto parts stores. Please note, containers are not returned.
-Needles/sharps should be transported in a rigid, puncture-resistant, tightly-sealed container, including: bleach bottles, liquid detergent bottles, or coffee cans with lids.
-Empty containers can be recycled in your blue bin.
Poway Alteration Center
Clothing alteration services. Call for more information.
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 – Poway North
This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.
This location offers paper shredding services.
Postal Annex – Poway South
This location accepts packaging materials in good condition for reuse. Call to confirm accepted materials.
This location offers paper shredding services.
See website for coupons.
Ming’s Upholstery
Have your furniture reupholstered instead of throwing it out and buying a new one! This will limit your impact on the landfill.
Jiffy Lube – Poway
This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters. 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.
Home Depot – Poway
This store helps divert waste from landfills by accepting CFLs, lead acid batteries, rechargeable batteries, and plastic plant pots for recycling
Look for recycling bins at the left entrance of the store
Shattered bulbs cannot be accepted, find a local household hazardous waste collection facility by calling 1-800-237-BLUE (2583)
ecoATM | Poway
Eco-ATM located inside Wal-Mart in Poway.
Automated eCycling Station for pricing and buy-back of used consumer electronics and mobile phones for trade-in/trade-up and recycling. See website for more information and other locations.
Accessory Bins are located on the side of the kiosk. They can’t offer cash for these items, but won’t it feel nice knowing you recycled those too?
Artistry in Gold Fine Jewelry | Jewelry Repair
They repair watches and jewelry.
Big O Tires | Poway
This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters, and tires. Collection fees apply.
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.
All Green Electronics Recycling | Poway | Free Drop Off
Old computers, mobile phones, and other electronic devices are considered worthless so they just end up somewhere in your home. However, All Green provides opportunities for them to be still useful through Electronics Recycling in Poway.
Location provides electronic recycling, IT asset disposition, data destruction, and equipment destruction.
Email: poway@allgreenrecycling.com
Anytime Computer
Computer repair service
Bertrand’s Music | Ozzie’s Music
Located in Ozzie’s Music, Bertrand’s Music offers repairs on all band and orchestra instruments
Auto Zone | Poway | Recycling and Tool Loan Program
This location accepts used motor oil, oil filters, transmission fluid, and car/motorcycle batteries. Receive $10 store credit for recycling your 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.
Loan-A-Tool® Program
Need a specialty tool to check a system or make a replacement? With Loan-A-Tool®, you can get the tool from us, return it when you’re done, and save a bundle. Contact store for details and specifics on which tools are available for rental.