Jurisdiction: Unincorporated County of San Diego

Rancho Santa Fe Certified Farmers’ Market

The Rancho Santa Fe Farmers Market is here for you during COVID-19. Farmers Markets have been deemed essential businesses that are crucial to community food security and food supply and we will remain OPEN. 

Welk Certified Farmers’ Market – Escondido

Farmers Market every Monday at Welk Resort 3pm-7pm.

Festivities include:
– certified organic produce
– weekly scavenger hunt and raffle
– local farms
– handcrafted goods
– food vendors, and more!

For more info and images of the market, go to their Facebook page at facebook.com/welkfm

Imperial Western Products, Inc.

IWP provides recycling services in the grocery, restaurant, agriculture, bakery, and organic waste sectors.

Restaurant and Agriculture: IWP has been recycling waste cooking oil for many years. In 2006, the Biotane Pumping division was established to support these same recycling efforts.

Bakery Waste Removal: Bakery Solutions is a division on IWP that specializes in the recycling of bakery related waste. We can offer a complete service from picking it up to the recycling and reuse of your food waste materials. We can even design a custom recycling program to meet your specific needs.

Organic Waste: Organic Solutions is a division of IWP that was designed to help companies complete their sustainability loop by providing the best reuse for all their organic related waste.

86-600 Ave. 54

Coachella, CA 92236

Walmart – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – El Cajon

This Walmart location accepts CRV items for redemption.

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.

https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/

Ramona Recycling

RDS’s Public-Access Recycling – Buyback & Redemption

Redemption Centers is only open Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

-Drop off batteries, e-waste, needles/sharps, and FOG’s (fat, oil, grease) any time during regular business hours Monday-Saturday 7:00am to 4:30pm

The facility will NOT accept business waste, tires, explosives, radioactive material, or medical waste!

Accepts electronic cigarettes for free

Club Pet (AniMeals Pet Food Donation Program) – Rancho Santa Fe

Donations support the furry companions of senior citizens in the AniMeals Program operated by the Helen Woodward Animal Shelter.

Program needs donations of any brand of dry and canned cat/dog food. Food should be unopened, unexpired, and non-prescription. Ziploc Freezer quart and gallon bags are also accepted for packing food up in weekly portions. Dog and cat treats are accepted as well.

Orphaned Objects (AniMeals Pet Food Donation Program) – Rancho Santa Fe

Donations support the furry companions of senior citizens in the AniMeals Program operated by the Helen Woodward Animal Shelter.

Program needs donations of any brand of dry and canned cat/dog food. Food should be unopened, unexpired, and non-prescription. Ziploc Freezer quart and gallon bags are also accepted for packing food up in weekly portions. Dog and cat treats are accepted as well.

Ralphs – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – 4S Ranch

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 – 4S Ranch

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.

Cost Plus World Market – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – 4S Ranch

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.

Smart & Final – CRV In-Store Redemption Center – El Cajon

This Smart & Final Location offers CRV Redemption. Bring in up to 50 cans. 50 plastic bottles, and 50 glass containers for CRV redemption.

 

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.

https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Markets/RecyclingClosures/

Brita Water Filter Recycling Rebate Program

STEP 1 (sign into My Brita): Visit Brita.com/recycling-filters/ to join the My Brita rewards program, or sign into your existing account. Membership is free, and lets you earn points to redeem for amazing rewards.

STEP 2 (Join Waitlist): click on “Join theWaitlist” to be redirected to sign up to start recycling with Terracycle.

STEP 3 (Pack it up): Before recycling, we recommend saving 5 lbs. of used Brita® products, including filters, pitchers and bottles. Allow them to dry out for 3 days, toss them into a garbage bag, and box it up.

STEP 4 (Ship it out): Complete your mailing form at Brita.com/recycling-filters/ and you’ll receive a shipping label in your email. Affix your printed label to the box, and drop off at a UPS location. TerraCycle® will do the rest.

STEP 5 (Be rewarded): Once you ship out your used Brita® products, you’ll be rewarded with My Brita points, redeemable for cool prizes, exclusive coupons, sweepstakes entries and more.

Postal Annex – Ramona

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.

Best Washer Sales and Service

They repair and service commercial washer and dryer machines, ranging from parts replacement and preventative maintenance to large scale repair such as bearing and trunnion.

Heaven’s Windows (SDFB and FSD Partner)

Donate Fresh Produce
The Village Garden Project connects local growers and gardeners to Heaven’s Windows so produce can be distributed through a variety of meal programs. Meals are distributed through Heaven’s Windows sponsored sites such as low-income apartment complexes, community/teen centers, libraries, and more. Sign up today to donate your extra garden produce to families in need!

For businesses looking to partner for food recovery, please contact the SDFB or FSD

San Diego Food Bank  (858) 863-5133 donatefood@sandiegofoodbank.org

Feeding San Diego (619) 654-8385 fooddonation@feedingsandiego.org

South Coast Auction

ITEMS MUST BE IN WORKING/GOOD CONDITION

They are a buyer of home and commercial appliances, home furniture, decor, antiques and collectibles and much much more!

Do you have home or commercial appliances you need to sell? Upgrading to new models and need your old ones removed ASAP? Call South Coast Auction, Southern California’s biggest weekly auction, and they need your home and commercial appliances to sell to their eager buyers.

Here’s a sampling of what they are always buying:

-Refrigerators, Freezers, Stoves, Ovens, Dishwashers, Slicers, Prep Stations, Cooling Units

And here is a selection of some of the brand names they are always buying:

-Kenmore, Whirlpool, LG, Frigidaire, Maytag, GE General Electric, Samsung – and many more!

AUCTIONEERS, APPRAISERS, BUYERS AND LIQUIDATORS OF:

• Home Furniture, Decor, Antiques – Collectibles, Art, Jewelry, Coins, Silverware, Bric-a-Brac, Oriental Rugs, Pianos – Musical Instruments, Audio-Video Equipment and Home Electronics, Major Appliances
• Office Furniture and Business Equipment, IT and Telecom Infrastructure
• Surplus Merchandise
• Commercial Equipment, Tools, Machinery, Material Handling and Warehousing Racks and Equipment, Forklifts, Building Materials, Restaurant – Industrial and Market Equipment, New and Used General Merchandise
• Autos – Trucks – Trailers – Boats – Motorcycles – ATVs – RVs
• AND SO MUCH MORE!

Note: Solar panel donations must be less than 10 years old

Housing Complaints – Unincorporated Residents

The purpose of the housing program is to ensure safe housing such as rental units in regulated areas of the County. To accomplish this the Food and Housing Division enforces state laws pertaining to sanitation, maintenance, ventilation, and occupancy.

This program does not serve the following cities: Chula Vista, El Cajon, Escondido, Imperial Beach, National City, Oceanside, or San Diego.

Municipality Phone Number Report a Violation
Chula Vista (619) 691-5280 English
Incorporated El Cajon (619) 441-1742 English
Escondido (760) 839-4650 English  en Español
Imperial Beach (619) 628-1358 English
National City (619) 336-4287
Oceanside (760) 435-4500 English
San Diego (619) 236-5500 English  en Español
All Others (858) 505-6903 Email: fhdutyeh@sdcounty.ca.gov

 

To report a housing complaint (All Others)

Phone: (858) 505-6903

Fax: (858) 505-6998

Email: fhdutyeh@sdcounty.ca.gov

Department of Environmental Health,
Food & Housing Division
Attn: Duty Desk
P.O. Box 129261
San Diego, CA  92112-9261

Housing Disputes

The California Department of Consumer Affairs has published a handbook called “California Tenants: a guide to residential tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities” that is available on their website.

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California Department of Health Services
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Ramona Wildlife Center

  • It contains a fully equipped medical center with trained staff that ensure the special needs of ill, injured or orphaned wildlife can be met year-round.

Alpine Asphalt & Concrete Recycling

Asphalt & Concrete Recycling Site Location

Cash or company check is required with first load

Clean asphalt means: no petromat, rebar, mesh, poles, bollards, dirt, rock, trash, or foreign materials of any kind

Clean concrete and asphalt must be 2’x2’x2′ with no rebar

See below for more details

*Prices subject to change, please call to verify

Margaret’s Cleaners (Princess Project) – Del Mar

Have a dress to donate? This location is currently accepting dress donations for The Princess Project San Diego, and will provide a tax donation form for you. Thank you for your support! If you would like to ship dresses, please e-mail sandiego@princessproject.org.

Before donating, please review our donation guidelines.

This is Margaret’s main production facility for all types of cleaning & repair. Dry cleaning, shirt laundry, linen laundry, bridal cleaning, preservation & alterations, handbag & shoe repair and cleaning, leather & suede cleaning & repair, and a full compliment of alterations specialists are available onsite. Bridal alterations by appointment only!

We offer same day cleaning on some items as a “special”…in by 9:00 AM, ready by 5:00 PM the same day on limited items. See the store manager as to what items are eligible for expedited turnaround.

Salvation Army – Temecula

1-800-SA-TRUCK (1-800-728-7825)

For more than 100 years, The Salvation Army has operated rehabilitation facilities across the country that provide help and hope to individuals with a variety of problems, including issues relating to substance abuse. Our charitable residential programs offer spiritual, emotional, and social assistance in an environment designed to help participants live healthy, fulfilling lives.

 

Pala Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (Pala Tribe Residents Only)

Household hazardous waste (old paint, motor oil, cleaning products, etc.)

They hold FREE quarterly HHW drop-off events for Pala residents! Each week-long event starts on the second Monday of January, April, July, and October.

They charge a fee starting at $1.00/item during all other times.

Cash only

Weekly Pickups

Don’t forget HHW is picked up weekly. Just put it in your red bin and put it curbside with the recycling.

Pala Residents

If you want help cleaning up your yard, disposing of old electronics or appliances you no longer want, or those household chemicals you no longer need, feel free to call the transfer station at 760-742-1781.

If you live on the Pala Reservation, we can help you get rid of all of that stuff, for little to no cost.

No-Cost Chipping Program – Fire Safe Council of San Diego County

Maintaining the legally required 100 feet of defensible space around your property can be a challenge for homeowners. Once you’ve taken the necessary steps to protect your property by thinning and trimming hazardous brush, you are often left with large piles of dry vegetation, which can themselves become a fire hazard.

That is why we created our Community Chipping Program for residents living in high fire risk properties in San Diego County. Once you’ve done the hard work of preparing the space, our contractors come out and chip the cleared vegetation for you, free of charge. The chips are left with you and can be used as a weed suppressing mulch on your property.

 

How to participate in the Community Chipping Program:

  • Participate in our Home Assessment Program and let staff know that you are interested in participating in a Community Chipping Day.
  • Create your defensible space and stage vegetation within 5 feet of your curbside or driveway, needs to be extremely visible, ideally from the main road or driveway.
  • Our contractor will give you a call to let you know what day they will be coming by.
  • Receive free chipping service!

Preparing for the crew’s arrival:

  • Brush that has been cleared or stacked with heavy equipment will not be chipped.
  • Material including, but not limited to, palm, succulents, and poision oak will not be chipped.
  • Old, matted stickers and/or lumber are not eligible for chipping.
  • Brush must be free of mud, rocks, and other debris.
  • Maximum six-inch diameter on cut limbs.
  • Piles must be stacked no more than six feet high, cut ends facing the chipper access area, and be staged within 5 feet from your driveway, roadway, or curb.

Please Note:

  • The Community Chipping Program for fuel reduction is offered in targeted communities and are subject to availability of funding. Communities may be added or removed without notice.
  • This program is funding dependent, and we are currently not accepting new applicants.
  • The Community Chipping Program is administered by the Resource Conservation District of Greater San Diego County in partnership with the Fire Safe Council of San Diego County. Funding is provided by San Diego Gas and Electric.
  • In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

Bicycle Warehouse – Temecula

The trade up program allows guests to trade in bikes:
Trade In Your Old Bike for a New One | San Diego and Temecula – Bicycle Warehouse

At Bicycle Warehouse, we accept most electric bikes manufactured after 2014. For safety and quality assurance, we only accept select brands that use certified lithium-ion batteries.

  • Include the original battery, charger, and any necessary keys (battery or frame lock)
  • Show no structural damage (no cracked frames or compromised components)

To be eligible for trade-in, your e-bike must: If you’re unsure whether your e-bike qualifies, just reach out. We’re happy to help!

For donation bikes, they recommend just coming into one of their 3 physical store fronts.
– Temecula, Chula Vista, Pacific Beach

27250 Madison Ave

Temecula, CA 92590

The UPS Store – Lakeside

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.

Spring Valley Swap Meet – Sat & Sun 7 AM – 3 PM

The Spring Valley Swap Meet is open from 7:00am to 3:00pm, Saturday and Sunday.

6377 Quarry Rd, Spring Valley, CA 91977

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Price

Admission is $1 (cash only).

Entrances are shown on the map to the left.

Parking

Parking is free!

Public parking can be found right outside the entrances circled on the picture.

SoCal Spa Removal

Professional Spa Removal

Spas are heavy and can be dangerous if not handled with care. We have removed over a thousand spas. We have the tools and skills to move your spa over difficult terrain, or through a narrow gate – whatever it takes to get the job done safely and completely.

What We Do For All Spa Removal Jobs

  • Drain water from the spa or hot tub.
  • Disconnect and cap off electrical wiring at junction box or main meter, making sure it’s 100% safe and secure.
  • Cap off gas lines, making sure it’s 100% safe and secure.
  • Cut up and remove spa.
  • Remove spa cover, steps and any other related items.
  • Sweep job area.
  • Power wash slab and clean up work area.
  • Recycle the wood and metal from your spa, reducing what goes into the landfill.

Affordable Spa Removal

We provide a quote that we stand by. Even though it is inexpensive, we are a full service company. We provide a flat-rate quote before showing up at your house – no surprise fees.

 

We serve all of Southern California from San Diego to San Luis Obispo.

Contact Mike today
(951) 834-4683
socalspa@gmail.com

Physical Therapy For All

To donate rehabilitative equipment, supplies or assistive devices (wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, braces, etc.):  Please contact Barbara Gray at (949) 735-9955 or email Barbara

Donations must be in good working condition. For powerchairs, battery does not need to be working. Call Barbara to confirm details and accepted items.

To donate a car, motorcycle, boat or RV, please click on DONATE CAR

Junk King – San Diego

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

Call for more information.

Residential Rebates – SoCal Water$mart

AVAILABLE REBATES:

High-Efficiency Clothes Washers

High-Efficiency clothes washers use 55% less water than standard clothes washers. Less water means less energy needed for water heating, lowering your energy bill too. Rebates start at $85.

Premium High-Efficiency Toilets

Premium High-efficiency Toilets use 20% less water than the WaterSense standard and flush the same amount of waste just as, if not more, effectively.

Rotating Sprinkler Nozzles

Multi-trajectory, rotating streams apply water more slowly and uniformly to your landscape, encouraging healthy plant growth.

Rain Barrels & Cisterns

Collecting and re-using rainwater from lawns and gardens minimizes the amount of water flowing into your storm drains, sewer systems and local waterways.

Weather Based Irrigation Controller

Allows for more accurate, customized irrigation by automatically adjusting the schedule and amount of water in response to changing weather conditions.

Soil Moisture Sensor System

A soil moisture sensor measures soil moisture content in the active root zone on your property.

Turf Removal

Turf grass is one of the most water intensive plant types in your landscape. It’s high water uses and frequent maintenance make it a time consuming and expensive landscape option. By replacing turf with a California Friendly landscape, you could save money on your water bill, reduce landscape maintenance costs and show that you care about conserving water.

For more information and to apply for rebates and programs, please visit the website

Commercial Rebates – SoCal Water$mart

Commercial Rebates

Rebates are currently available for premium high-efficiency toilets, urinals, irrigation controllers, sprinkler nozzles, food equipment and more! Check out the website to view the full list of the available commercial rebates.

Water Savings Incentive Program

The Water Savings Incentive Program (WSIP) is designed for non-residential customers improving their water efficiency through upgraded equipment or services that do not qualify for standard rebates. WSIP is unique because it provides an incentive based on the amount of water customers save.

Commercial and Multi-Family Turf Removal Program

Turf grass is one of the most water-intensive plants in your landscape. Its high water use and frequent maintenance make it a time-consuming and expensive landscape option. By replacing turf with a California Friendly™ landscape you could save on your water bill, reduce landscape maintenance costs, and show that your organization cares about conserving water.

On-site Retrofit Program

The On-site Retrofit Program will provide financial incentives to property owners who convert potable water irrigation or industrial water systems to recycled water use. This program provides incentives of $195 per acre-foot for five years of estimated water use, up to actual retrofit costs.

Public Agency Landscape Program

To encourage agencies that have not already installed water-efficient landscape equipment to do so, SoCal Water$mart has unveiled the Public Agency Landscape program (PAL), offering enhanced incentives paid up-front for public agencies to install water-efficient landscape devices at their facilities and on their grounds.

For more information and to apply for rebates and programs, please visit the website

Energy Savings Assistance Program – SDG&E

Save energy and money

The Energy Savings Assistance Program is designed to make your home more energy-efficient and comfortable and save you money now and for years to come.

You may rent or own, and if you qualify, SDG&E’s authorized contractors will come to your home and may provide free:

Energy-efficient lighting

Repair or replacement of doors and windows

Replacement of qualified appliances*

Minor home repairs

Low-flow showerheads

Water heater blankets

Insulation, weatherstripping and caulking to lower heating and cooling costs

*Existing appliances must meet age requirements to qualify for replacement. Co-pay may be required for landlords who own appliances and pay tenant utility bill. Replacement of water heaters is limited to home owners.

Apply Online

Program Eligibility

Eligibility for the no cost energy efficient home improvement program and the energy bill discount program are based on income and household size or by your household participation in certain public assistance programs.

See here for eligibility requirements

Qualifying public assistance programs:

Medicaid/Medi-Cal for Families A & B

CalFresh (food stamps) SNAP

Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)

Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

National School Lunch Program (NSLP)

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

CalWORKs (TANF) or Tribal TANF

Lowe’s – Temecula

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 1-800-237-BLUE (2583).

40390 Winchester Rd

Temecula, CA 92591

Bulky Item Pick-up (Residential) – Unincorporated SD County

If you live in an incorporated area in San Diego County looking for bulky item collection, contact your local waste hauler:

EDCO: 619-287-5696 https://san-diego.edcodisposal.com/

Waste Management: 619-596-5100 https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/ca/san-diego/trash-pickup-san-diego-ca

Ramona Disposal: 760-789-0516 https://www.ramonadisposal.com/residential-waste-services/curbside-pickup/bulky-item-pickup/

Republic Services: 619-421-9400 https://www.republicservices.com/residents/bulk-waste

Universal Waste Systems Inc: (619) 814-6310  https://www.uwscompany.com/san-diego-county/

 

 

Bulk waste includes items that are typically too large to be disposed of in your regular curbside trash container. To help you get rid of these large items, these four waste haulers offer easy bulk trash pickup for recycling or disposal, so you don’t have to haul them to a landfill.

Bulk items typically include:*

  • Couches
  • Lamps
  • Rugs
  • Mattresses
  • Large Appliances without Freon

 

Trash and Recycling Services (Residential) – Unincorporated SD County

If you live in an unincorporated area in San Diego County looking for trash and recycling services, contact a local waste hauler:

EDCO South County: 619-287-7555

EDCO North County:(760) 744-2700

EDCO Fallbrook:(760) 728-6114

Ramona Disposal: (760) 789-0516

Waste Management: 619-596-5100

Republic Services: 619-421-9400

Universal Waste Systems 619-814-6310

 

Free Sandbags for Rain/Soil Erosion Control – Unincorporated SD County

FREE SANDBAG LOCATIONS
Sandbags are available for residents throughout the County. Agencies across the county are offering free sand and sandbags to residents within their jurisdiction to help protect homes, neighborhoods, streets, and other properties from flooding and soil erosion. Residents need only to bring their own shovel to the locations listed. It is a good idea to call ahead to confirm sand and bag availability. Pick up your sandbags and protect your home and property today!

**Please call ahead to ensure availability and whether you need to bring a shovel.**

Sand and bags

  • Bonita: Bonita-Sunnyside Fire Station #38: 4900 Bonita Road, Bonita, CA 91902, P: 619-479-2346
  • De Luz: De Luz Fire Station #16: 39431 De Luz Road, Fallbrook, CA 92028 P: 760-728-2422
  • Dulzura: Dulzura Fire Station #30: 17304 Highway 94, Dulzura, CA 91917, P: 619-468-3391
  • Fallbrook: Pala Mesa Fire Station #4, 4375 Pala Mesa Drive, Fallbrook, CA 92028, P: 760-723-2005
  • Julian: Julian-Cuyamaca: Fire Station #56, 3407 Hwy 79, Julian, CA 92036, P: 760-765-2885
  • Palomar Mountain: Palomar Mountain Fire Station #79, 21610 Crestline Road, Palomar Mtn., CA 92060, P: 760-742-3701
  • Potrero: Potrero Fire Station #31 25130 Highway 94, Potrero, CA 91963 P: 619-478-5544
  • Ramona: Ramona Fire Station #81, 24462 San Vicente Road, Ramona, CA 92065 P: 760-789-9465
  • Ramona: Ramona Fire Station #82, 3410 Dye Road, Ramona, CA 92065, P: 760-789-0107
  • Rincon: Rincon Fire Station #70: 16971 Highway 76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061, P: 760-742-3243
  • Spring Valley: Spring Valley County Library Branch: 836 Kempton Street, Spring Valley, CA 91977 (Note: the library station will not be staffed) 
  • Valley Center: Valley Center Fire Station #2, 28205 N. Lake Wohlford Road, Valley Center, CA 92082, P: 760-751-7605
  • Warner Springs: Sunshine Summit Fire Station #59, 35227 Highway 79, Warner Springs, CA 92086, P: 760-782-9113

Bags only

  • Alpine: Alpine Fire Station #17 1364 Tavern Road Alpine, CA 91901 P: 619-445-2635
  • Borrego Springs: Ocotillo Wells Fire Station #61 5841 Highway 78, Borrego Springs, CA 92004 P: 760-767-7430
  • Borrego Springs: Borrego Springs Station #60, 2324 Stirrup Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004, P: 760-767-5436
  • Boulevard: Boulevard Fire Station #47: 40080 Ribbonwood Road, Boulevard, CA 91905, P: 619-390-2020
  • Campo: Campo Fire Station #40 31577 Highway 94, Campo, CA 91906 P: 619-478-5516
  • Campo: Lake Morena Fire Station #42 29690 Oak Drive, Campo, CA 91906 P: 619-478-5960
  • Descanso: Descanso Fire Station #45 24592 Viejas Grade Road, Descanso, CA 91916 P: 619-445-7508
  • El Cajon: Harbison Canyon Fire Station #24 551 Harbison Canyon Road, El Cajon, CA 92019 P: 619-445-5001
  • Escondido: Deer Springs Fire Station #11 8709 Circle R Drive, Escondido, CA 92026 P: 760-749-8001
  • Escondido: Miller Fire Station #15 9127 W. Lilac Road, Escondido, CA 92025 P: 760-728-8532
  • Flinn Springs: Flinn Springs Fire Station#21 9711 Flynn Springs Road, El Cajon, CA 92021 P: 619-443-7121
  • Jacumba: Jacumba Fire Station #43 1255 Jacumba St., Jacumba, CA 91934 P: 619-766-4535
  • Jamul: Jamul Fire Station #36 14024 Peaceful Valley Ranch, Jamul, CA 91935 P: 619-669-6580
  • Jamul: Deerhorn Fire Station #37 2383 Honeysprings Road, Jamul, CA 91935 P: 619-468-3030
  • Julian: Shelter Valley Fire Station #62, 7260 Great Southern Overland, Julian, CA 92036 P: 760-765-0155
  • Laguna: Mt. Laguna Fire Station #49 33947 Mt. Laguna Drive, Mt Laguna, CA 91948 P: 619-473-8281
  • Pine Valley: Pine Valley Fire Station #44 28850 Old Highway 80, Pine Valley, CA 91962 P: 619-578-6621
  • Ranchita: Ranchita Fire Station #58 37370 Montezuma Valley Road, Ranchita, CA 92066 P: 760-782-3467
  • Ramona: Intermountain Fire Station #85, 25858 Highway 78, Ramona, CA 92065 P: 760-789-3710
  • San Pasqual: San Pasqual Fire Station #84 17701 San Pasqual Valley Road, Escondido, CA 92025 P: 760-480-9924
  • Warner Springs: Warner Springs Fire Station #52 31049 Highway 79, Warner Springs, CA 92086 P: 760-782-3560

For information on County flooding resources visit here.

 

Post-Storm Sandbag Guidance

With rainy season approaching, residents may want to consider keeping their sandbags (filled or empty) for reuse.  Generally, clean and dry sandbags can be stored out of the sunlight in a covered, above-ground location.

If used sandbags are uncontaminated, you can empty the sand and then save, repurpose or dispose of the empty bags.

If you see or suspect that your sandbags are contaminated (e.g., in contact with raw sewage, industrial chemicals, petroleum products, etc.), handle them with protective gear, including gloves and protective eyewear.  Dispose of them at select landfills or through a hazardous waste contractor (as appropriate).  As additional handling and paperwork will be required, please contact the landfill facility or operator in advance for more information

Do not place bags in recycle bin.   Empty bags can be placed in trash cans if you choose not to reuse them.  You may also take them directly to a landfill.  Local landfills (Miramar, Sycamore, Otay, and Borrego Springs) can accept sandbags used for stormwater control during the recent storm.

Full sandbags should not be placed in carts or dumpsters for pick-up (due to their weight).  The sand can be raked into soil or added to planters or flowerbeds as a soil amendment instead.

For questions not covered here, unincorporated county residents can contact 1-877-R-1-EARTH or 1-877-713-2784.

Residents of cities or tribal lands should also check with their jurisdictions for any additional guidance.

Report Illegal Dumping – Unincorporated SD County

If you live in an unincorporated area in San Diego County and would like to report illegal dumping, please see the following list:

-Abandoned hazardous waste: 858-505-6657

-Illegal dumping on county roads: 877-684-8000

-Abandoned vehicle: 858-694-2705

If you are having trouble locating the phone number for your city, you may call R1 Earth, the County of San Diego’s Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste Hotline at (877) 713-2784

Naval Hospital Camp Pendleton

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.

Electronic Recycling Center – Temecula

ERC Green provides safe, local, and eco-friendly solutions for electronic waste recycling in Temecula. We handle everything from small devices to large equipment (anything that plugs in or runs on batteries) — making it easy to recycle responsibly.

Call to inquire about the specific items they accept for donations (computers, audio, metals, building hardware).

 

27460 Aqua Vista Way Unit A

Temecula, CA 92590

Superior Ready Mix – Fallbrook

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Superior Ready Mix – Lakeside

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Superior Ready Mix – Lakeside

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Superior Ready Mix – Ramona

We are your premier, family-owned concrete and materials supplier in the Southern California area since 1958. Expect Superior service!

Quality Recycling – Lakeside East

Recycling Guide

  • Aluminum Cans
  • CRV Glass
  • Cardboard
  • #1-#7 CRV 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.

Affordable Hot Tub Repair

Affordable Hot Tub Repair offers a variety of services including maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting issues with hot tubs.

Call or visit website for rates, list of services, and service area locations.

CR&R Waste Services

11292 Western Avenue

Stanton, CA 90680

Provides services to residents and businesses in Borrego Springs, CA.

If customers would like more information on services in this area, please call 760.482.5655 or 877.482.5656

Heavy Metal Scrap & Recycling Inc.

Provides services for:

bottles, cans, cardboard, paper, pallets, E-Waste, Metal, Commercial/Industrial pick up & more.

 

43136 Rancho Way

Temecula, CA 92590

Desert Arc Recycling

Accepted Materials

We accept all common types of Business & Residential Materials such as:

  • Appliances
  • Ferrous & non-ferrous metals
  • Books & Magazines
  • Cardboard
  • And so much more!

Accepted Electronic Waste Free of Charge

  • Televisions
  • Monitors
  • Computers
  • Cellphones
  • Tablets
  • Laptops
  • Cables/Wires

We also have shredding services. Call us today for more information!

 

45875 Commerce St.

Indio, CA 92201

Jake’s Junk Removal

How Much Will It Cost Me?

  • We are up front with our pricing. There are no hidden fees! All dump fees, gas fees, and other fees are included in our price.
  • The price is determined based on how much space it takes up in our truck or trailer. The junk can be boxes, trash bags, furniture, landscape debris, and much more!
  • We also don’t take paint, E-waste, hazardous materials, and tires.
  • Some companies won’t give you a price if you text them a picture. We quote almost all of our jobs from people texting us pictures. Text a picture now for a free quote.

Desert Recycling, INC

We Accept The Following Products For Recycling:
Concrete/Asphalt Rubble 

 

Loads with trash or sized over 30×30 in size will be charged for our cost to remove the trash or size the material. Many competitors will not accept these loads but we offer this service to ensure these loads get recycled.
Construction Lumber 

 

Clean loads of construction lumber are accepted at a reduced rate. Most of this material is processed into mulch or salvaged for reuse.
Mixed Construction Debris 

 

We are the only Transfer Processing Facility approved for the collection of mixed construction material here in the Coachella Valley. If you use this service you will save on dump fees and help the local jurisdictions to meet the mandated recycling requirements.
Dry Wall 

 

Clean loads of dry wall are accepted at a reduced rate. This material, along with dry wall we separate from our mixed constructions materials, is crushed and screened to separate the paper from the gypsum. Our gypsum is sold to the agriculture markets as a soil  amendment and plant nutrient.
Sod/Dirt

 

This material is screened to remove the organics and the remaining sand is reused as clean fill.
Sweeper Sand 

 

We have a Solid Waste Handling Permit that allows us to collect the materials collected by local street sweeping companies. This material is screened to remove residuals and the sand is reused as clean fill.
Recycling Industry Trends
We’re A Leader In What’s Going On Today!Knowledge Is Power!
Stay informed on what is going on today in the C&D Recycling Industry will help you be more competitive in today’s tough economy.Recycling C&D Materials is both economical and environmental, but you also need to stay informed in order to remain competitive and fully compliant with all regulations! The CMRA estimates that total C&D Debris generated in the US this year will total 350 Million Tons! By comparison, the most recent estimates of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) generated in the US in 2006 were 251 Million Tons.

SA Recycling – Coachella

No residential appliance pickup available – only drop-off

GENERAL PUBLIC METAL RECYCLING

WE BUY METAL OF ALL SHAPES AND SIZES

Please provide a valid U.S. ID if you are requesting a recycling refund. If you do not have a valid U.S. ID, you may bring a second form of ID that includes your name and local address (such as a utility bill).

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.

48100 Harrison Street

Coachella, CA 92236

The Engraving Store

This location will recycle your old trophies!

They’ll take apart the whole trophy, repurpose what they can, and recycle the rest!

Red, White and Cool

If you’re like most people, you want your indoor air temperature to be the opposite of what it feels like outside. Classic Cooling and Heating helps you stay comfortable from season to season by providing you with efficient systems. We do heating installation, air-conditioning repair, and much more to improve your equipment’s performance. Services include a one-year labor warranty.

Coupons available on website.

Absolute Heating & Air Conditioning

Schedule Maintnance/ Tune-up Next to quality equipment and a proper installation,maintenance is key to enjoying reliable, efficient heating and air conditioning. Even a new system needs routine maintenance to ensure your investment is protected and your utility bill don’t rise. We offer both seasonal tune-ups and a schedule maintenance plans for the greater San Diego area. Our maintenance plans include other perks you don’t want to miss out. Please call us at (619) 476-6650 for more information.

 

  • Do-It-Yourself Assistance
  • Duct Cleaning
  • Electrical Work
  • Emergency Installation & Repair
  • Energy Audits
  • Estimates
  • Inspecting & Testing
  • Commercial and Residential Service and Installations
  • Insulation Installation
  • Maintenance & Tune-Up
  • Plumbing
  • Repair
  • Replacement & Conversion
  • Retrofitting
  • Sheet Metal Work
  • Vent Cleaning

Jordan Mobile Home Service Inc.

Jordan Mobile Home Service is an established licensed General Contractor. Our estimator is an ITA certified Mobile Home Inspector, trained to handle the particular needs of Mobile and Manufactured Homes such as, Roofing, Siding, Skirting, Painting, Plumbing, Electrical, Windows, Doors, Decks and Steps, Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels, Flooring Needs such as carpet, vinyl, laminate flooring and more. We can also help you in locating those hard to find parts for your Mobile and Manufactured Home Such things as: Odd sized Doors, Skirting replacement parts, Handrail Endcaps, Awning Posts, Ceiling Tiles, ​27″ x 54″ shower pans or tubs and a long list of other items.

Give us a call at (619) 449-1779 and we’ll be glad to help you out!

Fairbanks Tailors

Professional in all types of alterations and restyling for ladies and gentlemen. They provide quality work and reasonable prices.

76 Sand & Gravel

They specialize in recycled aggregate materials.

Recycling materials they’ll accept for dumping:

Concrete Asphalt
Brick Rock
Clean Dirt Concrete Roofing Tile
WE CANNOT ACCEPT RED BRICK OR PETROMAT

Campo Recycling Center

Recycling center for Cans, Glass, Plastic, Copper etc. They accept CRV. They are open every day of the week to server you best. Top dollar for your recyclables. They are located in Spring Valley, stop by.

Frugal Coyote Boutique & Resale Shop

Frugal Coyote Boutique & Resale Shop is a popular, fun marketplace for “new and used,” one of a kind treasures,” new release DVD’s, books, artwork and clothing.  They have bicycles, household goods, kitchen appliances glassware, furniture, lamps lines and bedding, plus so much more!  From our first  “thrift shop,” located on Montezuma Road to our new location in the Center Plaza.

Goin’ Postal – Fallbrook

Fallbrook Goin’ Postal’s mission is to provide great customer service, fair rates, and attention to detail. We are family owned and operated and proud to be serving the Fallbrook community. We offer several business related services such as copying, faxing, private mailbox rentals with electronic notification, notary services, contractor plans printed, live scan fingerprinting, greeting cards, unique gift items, and office supplies. Come visit us today and let us help you with all your shipping and postal needs!

X-Ray Recycling Nationwide

We provide a HIPAA / HITECH compliant certificate of destruction.

Pick-up & recycle all types of film and other silver contained items.

San Diego County Sheriff’s Ramona 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.

Ammunition

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

Station non-emergency number: (760) 789-9157

Sherwin Williams – Murrieta (PaintCare Program)

This location will accept architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings sold in containers of 5 gallons or less.

They do not accept:

  • Aerosol
  • Industrial
  • Original equipment
  • Specialty coatings

This location will accept paint under the following conditions:

  • Paint must be in its original container
  • Container must be labeled
  • Container must be in good condition and not leaking
  • Container must be five gallons in size or smaller.

Drop-off sites may establish limits on the quantity of products they accept. Generally, the limit in small stores will be lower than in large store. Please check with the site if you have more than 5 gallons.

In addition to residents, this program is available to trade painters, contractors and other businesses with one restriction: If your business produces more than 27 gallons of hazardous waste per month, you may only use the drop-off sites for your latex paint and not for your oil-based paint. To learn more about the 27-gallon restriction, contact PaintCare or the California Department of Toxic Substances at 855-724-6809.

Sherwin Williams – Temecula (PaintCare Program)

This location will accept architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings sold in containers of 5 gallons or less.

They do not accept:

  • Aerosol
  • Industrial
  • Original equipment
  • Specialty coatings

This location will accept paint under the following conditions:

  • Paint must be in its original container
  • Container must be labeled
  • Container must be in good condition and not leaking
  • Container must be five gallons in size or smaller.

Drop-off sites may establish limits on the quantity of products they accept. Generally, the limit in small stores will be lower than in large store. Please check with the site if you have more than 5 gallons.

In addition to residents, this program is available to trade painters, contractors and other businesses with one restriction: If your business produces more than 27 gallons of hazardous waste per month, you may only use the drop-off sites for your latex paint and not for your oil-based paint. To learn more about the 27-gallon restriction, contact PaintCare or the California Department of Toxic Substances at 855-724-6809.

Los Angeles Fiber Company

For local business pick-up options and prices email Doug Williams at dougw@LAfiber.com

 

4920 S Boyle Avenue

Vernon, CA 90058

Vista Paint – Temecula (PaintCare Program)

This location will accept architectural paint or “program products” which are defined as interior or exterior architectural coatings sold in containers of 5 gallons or less.

They do not accept:

  • Aerosol
  • Industrial
  • Original equipment
  • Specialty coatings

This location will accept paint under the following conditions:

  • Paint must be in its original container
  • Container must be labeled
  • Container must be in good condition and not leaking
  • Container must be five gallons in size or smaller.

Drop-off sites may establish limits on the quantity of products they accept. Generally, the limit in small stores will be lower than in large store. Please check with the site if you have more than 5 gallons.

In addition to residents, this program is available to trade painters, contractors and other businesses with one restriction: If your business produces more than 27 gallons of hazardous waste per month, you may only use the drop-off sites for your latex paint and not for your oil-based paint. To learn more about the 27-gallon restriction, contact PaintCare or the California Department of Toxic Substances at 855-724-6809.

Batteries Plus Bulbs – Temecula

Batteries Plus Bulbs will recycle spent light bulbs and used batteries of all types.

Special instructions:

  • Fluorescent light tubes and bulbs contain mercury; special handling is required if the bulbs or tubes are broken. Call 1-800-237-2583 to find a local household hazardous waste collection facility to dispose of broken bulbs and tubes.

Fees apply:

  • Average price to dispose of fluorescent light bulbs is about $1 per bulbs
  • Average price to dispose of fluorescent light tube is about $1 per foot per each tube
  • Average price to dispose of used household batteries is about $1 per lbs.

*Only accepts fluorescent tubes that are 4 ft or smaller.

 

26475 Ynez Road

Temecula, CA 92591

Pick Up Old Appliances Recycling Co.

We plant 1 tree for every appliance we pick up and recycle! check out the website for details.

We offer pick-up or drop-off options for new and used kitchen, laundry, office, living room, bathroom, home miscellaneous, and commercial appliances. Please see website for details or call for pricing.  Discounts offered for 4 or more appliances.

Phone Zone Wireless

Phone Zone express offers repair services for computers, smart phones & tablets. They can help with problems such as signal issues, water damage, touchscreen problems, charging issues & battery replacement.

Pep Boys – Spring Valley

This location accepts used motor oil, motor oil filters, and car/motorcycle batteries at no charge. Limit 3-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.

Van’s Automotive

A full-service preventive maintenance and automotive repair center. Personalized service since 1982. We perform high quality, guaranteed service you can trust at a fair price. We repair domestic and foreign vehicles and are your best choice for scheduled maintenance of your car, SUV, truck and fleet vehicles.

Valley Center 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.

Pala Transfer Station and Recycling

At the Transfer Station,  you can drop off:

Household garbage (see fees)

Recyclables (see requirements)

Green waste (see fees – free for Pala tribal members) (yard trimmings and grass)

Old tires (during designated drop-off days, max of 9 per day, 20 per week)

Prices for waste tires = $5 PASSENGER /$10 SUV / $15 TRUCK / $5 MOTORCYCLE

Household hazardous waste (old paint, motor oil, cleaning products, etc.)

They charge a fee starting at $1.00/item.

Electronic waste (old TVs, computers, cell phones, etc.) = no charge

Reusable clothes/household items (they make sure these items find new homes) = no charge

White Goods/Appliances Collection Site – Disposal Costs for W/D = $5; Fridge = $10-20; Sofas/Mattress = $5-$20

Cash only

 

Pala Residents

If you want help cleaning up your yard, disposing of old electronics or appliances you no longer want, or those household chemicals you no longer need, feel free to call the transfer station at 760-742-1781.

If you live on the Pala Reservation, we can help you get rid of all of that stuff, for little to no cost.

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.

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 – Spring Valley (Paradise Valley Rd)

This location accepts used motor oil and oil filters at no charge. Limit 5-gal per person per day. They also accept batteries for recycling.

Oil contaminated with water, gas, or other automotive fluids will not be accepted. Call 1-800-237-BLUE to find the nearest household hazardous waste collection center.

Call this certified collection center to ensure hours and program participation.

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 – Fallbrook

This location accepts used motor oil, car/battery batteries, small number of household 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.

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

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.

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.

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

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