Super Community: San Diego Unincorporated

Seamless Flooring – San Diego

Do you accept carpet directly from the public? Yes
Recycling Fee: $ for homeowners (DIYer’s) $20 $ per load (Pick-Up Truck/Van) $30 $ per load (Stake Bed/Box Van) $50 Larger loads: please call ahead for pricing (larger than Stake Bed and Box Van with Trailers)
Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 10:00am to 3:00 pm

Oceanside Abbey Carpet & Flooring

Do you accept carpet directly from the public? Yes
Recycling Fee: $ for homeowners (DIYer’s) $20 $ per load (Pick-Up Truck/Van) $30 $ per load (Stake Bed/Box Van) $50 Larger loads: please call ahead for pricing (larger than Stake Bed and Box Van with Trailers)
Hours of operation: Mon-Fri 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

Living Coast Compost Workshops

Composting Workshops

Compost class

Sundays 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at The Living Coast Discovery Center

The City of Chula Vista provides workshops to learn from experts on how to create incredible compost in your backyard!

You’ll discover the many different methods of home composting and understand how compost improves the soil while reducing water use.

Workshops offered in Spanish and English on the first Sunday of the month.

Chula Vista residents can receive free admission to the Living Coast on select Sundays! Click here to sign up.

For more information please call (619) 409-5900 or email Katharine@thelivingcoast.org

Caritas Care

Fresh produce (whole fruit & vegetables)
Shelf-stable/ non-perishables
Perishables
Prepared frozen items

 

Services Carlsbad, Coronado, Del Mar, Imperial Beach, National City, Oceanside, San Diego and areas of San Diego County within 40 miles of its location

 

Phone: (619) 386-5166

Email: Yessika Pena

yessika@togetherhospice.com

AIM Recycling – San Diego

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Target – Santee

Recycling

Since 2010, we have offered front-of-store recycling kiosks that give guests an easy way to recycle cans, glass, plastic bottles, plastic bags, MP3 players, ink cartridges and cell phones right in their local store. The goal of the program is to extend our company recycling efforts, and so far, the program has kept thousands of tons of recycled materials out of landfills.

We endeavor to make recycling simpler and more convenient for our guests with select take-back programs. We have offered front-of-store recycling of plastic bags and some electronics since 2010 and have held car seat trade-in events since 2016.

Target Textile Drop Spot™

What items can I drop off?Bring in your old clothing, sheets and towels from any brand even if they’re worn, stained or damaged. Just make sure items are clean and dry. We can’t accept footwear, bags, swimwear, pillows, blankets, comforters, or rain and snow gear.Where do I drop off my items?Look for the Target Textile Drop Spot™ bin near the front of your California Target store.What happens to the items I drop off?The clothes, sheets & textiles will be reused, recycled or responsibly disposed of, with the goal of diverting from landfills. We’re always learning from what you bring in and working to expand how more items can be given a second life.

Father Joes Villages Thrift Store & Donation Center – Hillcrest

Donations accepted Tuesday-Sunday 10AM until donation capacity is reached. Please call 619-255-1255 prior to coming to the store to donate goods.
We accept most donations of items in gently used and working condition. All donations are sold as is, so they must be clean and in good condition. When we receive an item that cannot be sold in our stores or easily recycled, we have to pay for disposal. This means that less funds go towards helping our neighbors in need. Please read both the list of items we accept and the list of items we are not able to accept on the website.
https://my.neighbor.org/take-action/donate-goods/

Father Joe’s Villages Daily Auctions & Donation Center – San Diego

We accept most donations of items in gently used and working condition. All donations are sold as is, so they must be clean and in good condition. When we receive an item that cannot be sold in our stores or easily recycled, we have to pay for disposal. This means that less funds go towards helping our neighbors in need. Please read both the list of items we accept and the list of items we are not able to accept on the website.

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

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

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

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

FURNITURE: Any furniture that can be carried by no more than two people, including couches, love seats, armchairs, chairs, dining room sets, tables, coffee tables, mirrors, nightstands, headboards, office chairs, non-wooden desks, dressers, entertainment centers and more. All items must be gently used or in new condition. We cannot except things that are torn, stained or broken. See additional restrictions below.

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

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

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

Polycarbin – Science Lab Recycling Services

Extend the Life of Your Plastics
In the field of science alone, 12 billion pounds of plastic are wasted each year. By participating in the only circular economy in the life sciences, you can help extend the life of your plastics by ensuring they are remanufactured into new lab products rather than downcycled.
Pick which Polycarbin solution is right for your lab.
View services here

Terracycle – Zero Waste Box – Safety Equipment and Protective Gear

Shop Zero Waste Box

Zero Waste Boxes make recycling convenient and easy. They’re the perfect option for households, schools, businesses, manufacturing facilities, and events looking to recycle more and keep trash out of landfills.

Safety Equipment and Protective Gear

Items Accepted

  • Vinyl Gloves
  • Latex Gloves
  • Nitrile Gloves
  • Non Woven Disposable Sleeve
  • Non Woven Disposable Masks
  • Safety Glasses
  • Ear Plugs
  • Nylon Safety Vests

How it works

We make recycling easy: simply choose the Zero Waste Box™ for what you’d like to recycle, fill the box, and send it back to TerraCycle when you’re ready. We take care of the rest!
1. Shop
Browse our selection of Zero Waste Boxes and select the one that fits your needs.

Browse Boxes

2. Collect

Fill your Zero Waste Box with the trash you’d like to recycle.

 

3. Ship

When filled, send your box back to us using the attached prepaid shipping label and we’ll #RecycleEverything!

Terracycle – Zero Waste Box – Household Items

Shop Zero Waste Box

Zero Waste Boxes make recycling convenient and easy. They’re the perfect option for households, schools, businesses, manufacturing facilities, and events looking to recycle more and keep trash out of landfills.

Household Items Accepted

  • Plastic & Paper Packaging
  • Art Supplies
  • Books & Magazines
  • Home Cleaning Accessories
  • Fabrics
  • Clothing & Accessories
  • Office Supplies & E Waste
  • Pet Products (Non Food)
  • Shipping Materials

How it works

We make recycling easy: simply choose the Zero Waste Box™ for what you’d like to recycle, fill the box, and send it back to TerraCycle when you’re ready. We take care of the rest!
1. Shop
Browse our selection of Zero Waste Boxes and select the one that fits your needs.

Browse Boxes

2. Collect

Fill your Zero Waste Box with the trash you’d like to recycle.

 

3. Ship

When filled, send your box back to us using the attached prepaid shipping label and we’ll #RecycleEverything!

Blind Speed Sparkle blinds

Your Local Window Blind Experts

For over 30 years, our business has provided the area with custom window blinds as well as window blind cleaning and repair services that serve our clients particular needs.

  • Custom Order Blinds W
  • Window Blind Cleaning
  • Window Blind Repairs

Contact Us Today For More Information – Get started on getting your blinds looking like new again, or let our experts find new blinds that will best fit your residential or commercial property. Call us today at for more information about what we have available for you.

Free The Girls – Used Bra Drop-Off in Fashion Valley Aerie Store

Our Work

We partner with individuals and organizations to work with survivors of sex trafficking and help answer the question of “What happens next?” We are committed to addressing the circumstances that created the vulnerability towards exploitation in the first place – namely, isolation and poverty. The foundation of our answer is to provide a pathway for the women to lift themselves out of poverty through entrepreneurship and relationships; granting them the capacity to earn a sustainable livable wage while they focus on all others areas of healing. Our most successful initiative to date has been equipping the women in our programs to run and operate their own bra-selling businesses using the new and gently used bras we collect from donors around the world as their inventory.

BRAS?

YES, YOU READ THAT CORRECTLY. Maybe you have one or a few bras in your drawer that you don’t wear? We accept new and gently used bras in good condition. Bras and the second-hand clothing market provide a safe and powerful economic opportunity for survivors of trafficking in the developing countries we serve. A woman only has to sell 4 bras a day to earn a livable wage.

Where to Donate? Fashion Valley American Eagle & Aerie Store

Free Recycling Quote

Going green is made easier and more affordable for organizations, thanks to Free Recycling Quotes. This online recycling exchange offers up to five quotes from local and national recycling centers, absolutely free. Interested parties need only fill out an online form requesting to recycle certain items, such as electronics, metals, paper or plastic, which is then forwarded to the website Free Recycling Quotes ensures that clients receive quotes that are not generic marketing rates, but are customized to suit their requests. Quotes provided come from companies specific to their area.

1. Fill out the form below to schedule your pickup.
2. Confirm a pickup time for your material and pricing.
3. Receive a Certificate of Recycling and Reward Points to Claim Your Reward

Fill out your pick-up form by following this link: https://www.recyclingquotes.com/schedule-a-pick-up.html

 

Mojica’s Recycle

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

California Metal Services Recycling Inc

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

AIM Recycling Oceanside

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Central Electronics & E-Waste Recycling

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

 

26244 Enterprise Ct

Lake Forest, CA 92630

San Diego Strong Hauling

Our Services

We take just about anything! We do mattress removal, furniture removal, shed removal, garage cleanout, estate cleanup, junk pickup, couch removal, sofa removal, appliance removal, fence removal, construction debris removal, foreclosure clean up, spa removal, hot tub removal, commercial junk removal, carpet and tile removal, attic cleanout, hoarding clean up, hoarder cleanout, storage unit cleanout, trash cleanout, trash hauling, yard waste removal, office cleanout, eviction cleanout, and other junk hauling services!

Areas We Serve

We cover all of San Diego! As San Diego’s #1 Junk Removal Company, we keep things fast and affordable for you. We pride ourselves on same day junk removal. We also provide 24/7 emergency junk removal and other junk hauling services- the best junk removal around! Junk Removal San Diego, Junk Removal El Cajon, Junk Removal Chula Vista, Junk Removal Oceanside, Junk Removal Escondido, Junk Removal Carlsbad, Junk Removal Encinitas, Junk Removal Poway, Junk Removal San Marcos, Junk Removal La Mesa.

Back Country Resource Center | Recycling | Boulevard

Service Type: free drop-off for businesses, free drop-off for residents. Drop offs on Monday 9am-11am, or by appointment.  Closed for Easter, Christmas, and New Year holidays.  Call for alternate dates.  Donation-based service. No paid staff.
Drop Off Limit: 10 units per vehicle. Call prior to dropping off.  Blue bin recycling and mattresses accepted.

 

 

 

Education Support Center

This organization receives food donations from businesses to distribute to clients / the community.

Business Food Rescue, please contact (619) 394-5798 or email alundy@educationsupportcenter.org

 

Individual donors, please Contact us at office@educationsupportcenter.org or call: 619 825 7493

Target – Spring Valley

Recycling

Since 2010, we have offered front-of-store recycling kiosks that give guests an easy way to recycle cans, glass, plastic bottles, plastic bags, MP3 players, ink cartridges and cell phones right in their local store. The goal of the program is to extend our company recycling efforts, and so far, the program has kept thousands of tons of recycled materials out of landfills.

We endeavor to make recycling simpler and more convenient for our guests with select take-back programs. We have offered front-of-store recycling of plastic bags and some electronics since 2010 and have held car seat trade-in events since 2016.

Target Textile Drop Spot™

What items can I drop off?Bring in your old clothing, sheets and towels from any brand even if they’re worn, stained or damaged. Just make sure items are clean and dry. We can’t accept footwear, bags, swimwear, pillows, blankets, comforters, or rain and snow gear.Where do I drop off my items?Look for the Target Textile Drop Spot™ bin near the front of your California Target store.What happens to the items I drop off?The clothes, sheets & textiles will be reused, recycled or responsibly disposed of, with the goal of diverting from landfills. We’re always learning from what you bring in and working to expand how more items can be given a second life.

Verbatim Books – Buyback/Trade Program

selling/trading in your books to Verbatim Books

Verbatim Books buys and trades books!

Verbatim Books is very selective about the books they take, but they do buy all types of books (except for school textbooks). For a better idea of what they buy, please feel free to browse around the store and see the books they are selling.

Unfortunately they cannot say if they will be able to buy books without seeing them in person. They pay about 20% in cash/30% in store credit of their retail value.

They buy/trade on Fridays and also on Mondays from 12-4 pm and also by appointment if those times can’t work for you.

If you have more than 5 boxes of books, please make an appointment.

To make an appointment, send an email to selling AT verbatimbooks.com (please replace the AT with an @ symbol) with a picture of the books or at least a cross-section of them to give them an idea of what you have. Without pictures, they will likely not be able to make an appointment. They have appointments available Saturday and Sunday for your convenience.

Please note that they do not make house calls or take donations.

San Diego County Waste Ordinance Update June 2021

The County of San Diego Board of Supervisors unanimously approved updates to the Solid Waste Ordinance on May 5, 2021. This requires all residents and businesses in the densely-populated, and to a lesser extent sparsely-populated, areas of the unincorporated County to comply with new recycling requirements. Densely-populated areas include census tracts that have a population density of more than 75 people per square mile. Click the website link to see how the new ordinance impacts you.

Single-Family Homes & Multi-Family Complexes with 4 or less units

Residents may demonstrate compliance by:

  • Subscribing to a 3-stream collection service with a non-exclusive franchise hauler, or contract with a Certified Recyclable Materials Collector for certain materials.
  • Self-hauling all designated materials. Registration with the County is required and Self-Haulers will be required to maintain receipts or a log of self-hauling activities for 3 years and submit them periodically or upon request to County staff. Contact Recycle@sdcounty.ca.gov for information.

 

Waiver from Service Requirements

Single family residences in the densely-populated areas, including multi-family premises with 4 or less units, who manage all organic materials generated on-site may apply for a waiver from organic recycling service requirements. Learn more here.
Businesses & Multi-Family Complexes with 5+ units

How do I Comply?

Generators may demonstrate compliance by:

  • Subscribing to a 3-stream collection service with a non-exclusive franchise hauler, or contract with a Certified Recyclable Materials Collector for certain materials.
  • Self-hauling materials. Registration with the County is required and Self-Haulers will be required to maintain receipts or a log of self-hauling activities for 3 years and submit them periodically or upon request to County staff. Contact Recycle@sdcounty.ca.gov for information.
  • Maintaining records:
    • Tenant or employee education
    • Landscaping contracts (if applicable)
    • Edible food donation contracts and records (if applicable)

 

Waivers from Service Requirements

Commercial properties may apply for waivers from recycling and/or organics service requirements when de minimis generation occurs, if there are physical space constraints, and/or if all organic materials generated are managed on-site.

 

For more information and resources on recycling at commercial properties in the densely-populated areas visit the County’s Business Recycling webpage.

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Why do I have to pay for a recycling bin from my waste hauler? Waste services are provided by a series of franchise haulers who set their own rates as private companies. As such, when additional services are added, residents will have to pay their haulers for the additional service(s).
  • What is right sizing? Right sizing is the process of adjusting your waste collection services to match the amount and type of waste your property produces. The County recommends right sizing services to make them more affordable (such as decreasing the size of your landfill bin once you receive recycling or organics services). In general, using cart services only instead of a dumpster service should result in a cheaper waste bill.
  • How do I recycle food scraps? Visit How to Recycle Organic Waste for guidelines and tips.
  • How do I get a kitchen caddie/compost bin for collecting food scraps? Ask your hauler if they are offering free kitchen caddies, or they can be purchased from many home goods, home improvement, and online shops.

 

For specifics on the solid waste ordinance please view the following web pages, depending on your area*:

*Based on census tract data, densely-populated areas include larger communities such as Spring Valley, Lakeside, Ramona, Fallbrook, etc., while sparsely-populated areas include smaller communities such as Campo, Boulevard, Warner Springs, Ranchita, etc. Verify which type of area you live in here.

Densely-populated areas: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/dpw/recycling/SWO.html

Sparsely-populated areas: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/dpw/recycling/sparse_recycling.html

 

Soil Erosion Control – SD County

Preventing soil and sediment erosion from entering our streets and storm drains helps protect our waterways from pollution!  All sources of pollution, including soil and sediment erosion, are prohibited from leaving your property; only rainwater is allowed in the streets and storm drains.

If you would like to report a soil or sediment concern, have questions about our program, or would like additional information call the County Storm Drain Pollution hotline at: 1(888) 846-0800 or e-mail the county at watersheds@sdcounty.ca.gov 

For information on County soil and sediment erosion resources visit here.

Jamie Prince Recycling Services – Del Cerro

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Alex Appliances – San Diego

Some of the residential products we service are:

Refrigerators – Freezers – Ice Makers – Wine Coolers – Washers -Dryers – Stackable Washer/Dryer – Dishwashers – Ovens – Ranges – Stoves – Cook tops – Microwaves – Water Heaters – Furnaces – Wall Heaters – Air Conditioners – Garbage Disposers -Trash Compactors – Grills – Barbeques

Alex Appliances – Encinitas

San Diego North Coastal and Inland appliance repair company.  Some of the residential products they service are:

Refrigerators – Freezers – Ice Makers – Wine Coolers – Washers -Dryers – Stackable Washer/Dryer – Dishwashers – Ovens – Ranges – Stoves – Cook tops – Microwaves – Water Heaters – Furnaces – Wall Heaters – Air Conditioners – Garbage Disposers -Trash Compactors – Grills – Barbecues

3 Amigos Recycling

Almost every bottle and can you use can be recycled. Look at the label for the universal recycle symbol and the words CA CASH REFUND or CA CRV.* Containers with these markings are good to go in your curbside bin and will be accepted at the recycling center. For more information about the CRV program, check out our Frequently Asked Questions. Other acceptable labels include “California Redemption Value,” “CA Redemption Value” or “California Cash Refund.”

There’s no need to wash or crush your recyclables. Just separate your aluminum, glass, and plastic containers in different bags or bins, and head for the recycling center.

Recycling centers are not owned or operated by the State of California. All recycling center days and hours of operation are determined and overseen by the individual recycling center operator and must be posted at the center. Centers are required to be open a minimum of 30 hours per week, at least five days a week, and at least one weekend day. If you would like to report a recycling center closure or file a formal complaint regarding a certified recycling center, please email CalRecycle or call 1-800-RECYCLE.

Homegrown Gardening Classes – 4th Saturdays – Oceanside

Currently not offering, but trying to revamp. Could come back soon (3/13/25)

Located at El Corazon Senior Center,

Home Grown Gardening Classes were developed to help homeowners learn how to garden and grow food in their own backyards or community gardens. The monthly classes are facilitated by Mary Matava, agronomist and owner of Agri Service, and Diane Hollister, North County’s premier gardening instructor. Each class focuses on topics commonly encountered by gardeners in our area. Classes are packed full of information for gardeners with varying levels of expertise.

Home Grown Community Gardening Classes are held at the El Corazon Senior Center on the fourth Saturday of each month at 10 AM.

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

SVSM Entrance Map.jpg

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.

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!

Note: People should call ahead to double-check availability and remember to bring a shovel to fill the bags. Some stations may have a limited supply.

Sand and bags

  • Bonita – Sunnyside Fire Station #38 (Map)
    4900 Bonita Road Bonita, CA 91902
    P: 619-479-2346Boulevard Fire Station #47 (Map)
    40080 Ribbonwood Road Boulevard, CA 91905
    P: 619-390-2020Dulzura Fire Station #30 (Map)
    17304 Highway 94 Dulzura, CA 91917
    P: 619-468-3391

    Fallbrook – De Luz Fire Station #16 (Map)
    39431 De Luz Road Fallbrook, CA 92028
    P: 760-728-2422

    Fallbrook – Pala Mesa Fire Station #4 (Map)
    4375 Pala Mesa Drive Fallbrook, CA 92028
    P: 760-723-2024
    *Closed for construction as of July 2026; expected to remain closed through 2027*

    Julian – Cuyamaca Fire Station #56 (Map)
    3407 Highway 79 Julian, CA 92036
    P: 760-765-2885

    Julian – Fire Station #50 (Map)
    1587 Highway 78, Julian, CA 92036
    P: 760-765-0511

    Lakeside River Park Conservancy (Map)
    12108 Industry Road, Lakeside 92040
    Note: Please direct requests for the Lakeside River Park Conservancy to
    Jeremy Davis, Lakeside Fire Protection District (619-390-2350)
    Mon – Fri 7- 4:30, Sat. and Sun.
    During major storms Sat and Sun 9-2.
    Bring your own shovel.
    Limited pre-made sandbags for elderly and disabled.
    10 per household

    Palomar Mountain Fire Station #79 (Map)
    21610 Crestline Road, Palomar Mountain, CA 92060
    P: 760-742-3701

    Potrero Fire Station #31 (Map)
    25130 Highway 94 Potrero, CA 91963
    P: 619-478-5544

    Ramona Fire Station #81 (Map)
    24462 San Vicente Road, Ramona, CA 92065
    P: 760-789-9465

    Ramona Fire Station #82 (Map)
    3410 Dye Road Ramona, CA 92065
    P: 760-788-2269 P: 760-789-0107

    Spring Valley Library (Map)
    836 Kempton St. Spring Valley CA 91977
    P: 619-463-3006

    Valley Center Fire Station #2 (Map)
    28205 N. Lake Wohlford Road Valley Center, CA 92082
    P: 760-751-7605

    Warner Springs – Sunshine Summit Fire Station #59 (Map)
    35227 Highway 79 Warner Springs, CA 92086
    P: 760-782-9113

Bag Only Locations

  • Alpine Fire Station #17 (Map)
    1364 Tavern Road Alpine, CA 91901
    P: 619-445-2635Borrego Springs Fire Station #60 (Map)
    2324 Stirrup Road, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
    P: 760-767-5436Borrego Springs – Ocotillo Wells Fire Station #61 (Map)
    5841 Highway 78, Borrego Springs, CA 92004
    P: 760-767-7430

    Campo Fire Station #40 (Map)
    31577 Highway 94 Campo, CA 91906
    P: 619-478-5516

    Campo – Lake Morena Fire Station #42 (Map)
    29690 Oak Drive Campo, CA 91906
    P: 619-478-5960

    Deer Springs Fire Station #11 (Map)
    8709 Circle R Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
    P: 760-749-8001

    Deer Springs Fire Station #12 (Map)
    1321 Deer Springs Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
    P: 760-741-5512

    Deer Springs Fire Station #13 (Map)
    10308 Meadow Glen Way E, Escondido, CA 92026
    P: 760-751-0820

    Descanso Fire Station #45 (Map)
    24592 Viejas Grade Road Descanso, CA 91916
    P: 619-445-7508

    El Cajon – Harbison Canyon Fire Station #24 (Map)
    551 Harbison Canyon Road El Cajon, CA 92019
    P: 619-445-5001

    El Cajon – Flinn Springs Fire Station #21 (Map)
    9711 Flinn Springs Road El Cajon, CA 92021
    P: 619-443-7121

    Escondido – Miller Fire Station #15 (Map)
    9127 W. Lilac Road Escondido, CA 92025
    P: 760-728-8532

    Intermountain Fire Station #85 (Map)
    25858 A Highway 78, Ramona, CA 92065
    P: 760-789-3710

    Jacumba Fire Station #43 (Map)
    1255 Jacumba Street Jacumba, CA 91934
    P: 619-766-4535

    Jamul – Deerhorn Fire Station #37 (Map)
    2383 Honey Springs Road Jamul, CA 91935
    P: 619-468-3030

    Jamul Fire Station #36 (Map)
    14024 Peaceful Valley Ranch Rd, Jamul, CA 91935
    P: 619-669-6580

    Julian – Shelter Valley Fire Station #62 (Map)
    7260 Great Southern Overland Julian, CA 92036
    P: 760-765-0155

    Lyons Valley – Fire Station #32 (Map)
    17759 Skyline Truck Trail, Jamul, CA 91935
    P: 619-468-3435

    Mount Laguna Fire Station #49 (Map)
    33947 Mount Laguna Drive Mt. Laguna, CA 91948
    P: 619-473-8281

    Mount Woodson Fire Station #86 (Map)
    16310 Highway 67, Ramona, CA 92065
    P: 760-789-1150

    Pine Valley Fire Station #44 (Map)
    28850 Old Highway 80 Pine Valley, CA 91962
    P: 619-578-6621

    Ramona Fire Station #80 (Map)
    829 San Vicente Road, Ramona, CA 92065
    P: 760-788-2222

    Ranchita Fire Station #58 (Map)
    37370 Montezuma Valley Road Ranchita, CA 92066
    P: 760-782-3467 *(Not staffed 24/7)

    San Pasqual Fire Station #84 (Map)
    17701 San Pasqual Valley Road Escondido, CA 92025
    P: 858-573-1322

    Warner Springs Fire Station #52 (Map)
    31049 Highway 79 Warner Springs, CA 92086
    P: 760-782-3560

For information on County flooding resources visit here.

Sandbag Vendors link

 

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

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

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.

Staples – Kearny Mesa

Bring in your old office technology products to your local Staples and they’ll responsibly and securely recycle them at no cost to you.

Prohibited items not accepted for recycling:
Appliances, floor model printers and copiers, kitchen electronics, lamps or bulbs, large servers, large speakers or speaker systems, smoke detectors and televisions.

*Limit 7 items per customer per day. All brands of items are accepted regardless of where purchased. Store management has the right to refuse to accept items that may pose a health or safety risk (e.g., broken monitors not packed in a box, laptops with damaged batteries, etc.).

Personal and consumer use e-waste and batteries only, business materials not accepted.

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.

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.

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

Goodwill Retail Store – Alpine

Donation Hours: 9AM to 6PM Daily

ITEMS WE ACCEPT AT ALL DONATION CENTERS

  • Clothing
  • Housewares and Small Home Appliances
  • Toys and Games
  • Books and Textbooks
  • Bikes, Skateboards, and Scooters
  • Shoes
  • Purses, Bags, and Luggage
  • Home Décor
  • Movies, Music, and Media
  • Sporting Goods
  • Jewelry
  • Bedding and Linens

LARGE ITEMS WE ACCEPT

  • Large Furniture are accepted at select Retail Stores. Call desired location in advance to make sure they can accept your donation.
  • Large Household Appliances (Ovens, Stoves, Refrigerators) are accepted at our Otay Mesa Outlet.

ITEMS WE ACCEPT AT SELECT ELECTRONIC RECYCLING LOCATIONS.  ITEMS CAN BE IN WORKING OR NON-WORKING CONDITION.

  • Video Game Consoles
  • Handheld Video Game Systems
  • Computers (Laptops or Desktops)
  • Computer Accessories (Mouses, Keyboards, etc.)
  • Cell Phones
  • Televisions and Computer Monitors
  • Printers, Fax Machines, and Scanners

*Please note that we cannot accept any electronic devices with broken or cracked screens*
Visit our electronics recycling page for more information.

ITEMS WE DO NOT ACCEPT

Thank you for your donations and dedication to Goodwill. With your support we are able to provide employment and training opportunities to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. Over the past few years, we have seen a huge increase in landfill fees because some of the donated items cannot be sold in our stores, outlets or be recycled. The amount we are spending on landfill and HAZMAT disposal fees could be better used to serve more people in our community. We have created a list of items that we cannot accept at our donation centers. Please let us know if your donation is rare or a collectible and we will make sure it is given to the correct handler. Thank you for being active participants in helping us fulfill our mission.

Due to Federal and State Laws, Safety Concerns, and Recycling Guidelines, we cannot accept these items:

Items We Do Not Accept

Ways to Dispose of These Items

  • Mattresses

byebyemattress.com

  • Weapons and Ammunition
San Diego Police Department: (619) 531-2000
  • Explosives and Fireworks
San Diego Arson Team: (619) 236-6815
  • Charcoal, Wood, Lighters and Lighter Fluid
  • Light Bulbs and Batteries
  • Fuels: Oils (And Used Filters), Gasoline and Propane (And Propane Tanks)
  • Automotive Fluids (Radiator Fluid)
  • Pesticides and Fertilizers
  • Pool Chemicals
  • Solvents
  • Mercury Items (Thermometers)
  • Cleaning Products
  • Wet and Soiled Clothing
  • Aerosol and Pressurized Canisters
  • Used Cosmetics and Toiletries
  • Medical Sharps (Used Syringes)

City of San Diego Environmental Service Department
sandiego.gov/environmental-services
(858) 694-7000

  • Paints, Stains, Varnish and Paint Remover or Thinner

paintcare.org

  • Large Household Appliances

Goodwill Otay Mesa Outlet

  • Pharmaceuticals: Over the Counter and Prescriptions
  • Electronic Devices with Broken or Cracked Screens

Earth911.com or (877) 726-8387

  • Ripped, Stained and Unsellable Furniture
Miramar Recycling Center: (858) 268-8971
  • Construction Materials

sandiegohabitat.org

  • Strollers, Cribs, and Car Seats

sdrescue.org/ways-to-give/donate-goods

Fibre Resource Unlimited

Fibre Resource Unlimited accepts all grades of paper including large quantities of books and textbooks at their location as a drop-off. Pick-up services available through dumpster rentals only.

Call to verify hours and items accepted.

Only serves businesses.

Firestone Complete Auto Care – Imperial Beach

This location accepts used motor oil and empty 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.

Hours

Mon-Sat
7:00am-6:00pm
Sun
8:00am-5:00pm

Escondido Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (By Appointment Only) – Unincorporated Residents

Services at this facility are reserved for residents of the City of Escondido and Unincorporated County residents only. This entry is for Unincorporated residents ONLY.

Household hazardous waste and electronic waste is accepted.

–Drop off for Unincorporated residents every other Saturday by appointment only between 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM at 1044 W. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025. Proof of residency required.

Hours of operation:

-Two Saturdays per month from 12:30 PM – 2:45 PM FOR UNINCORPORATED COUNTY RESIDENTS: Call 1 (877) R1-EARTH to schedule an appointment or click to schedule an appointment. Proof of residency is required.

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.

– All container labels must be legible (no worn-off labels)

-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.

-Do not mix different products into one container

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.

-Items NOT accepted: business wastes, ammunition, explosives, medication, medical waste (other than home-generated sharps), tires, large appliances or radioactive materials.

 

Easy link to County HHW resources: http://sdhhw.org

Asbury Environmental Services Inc

World Oil Recycling provides end-to-end recycling solutions for byproducts including used motor oil, oil filters, and antifreeze, oily-waste water, gasoline waste, and more.

Data Disposal

SERVICES

DOCUMENT SHREDDING
In today’s high-tech, digitized marketplace, it is not enough to simply throw away your sensitive documents and materials. If your information falls into the wrong hands, you could face disastrous financial or corporate leaks and put yourself at risk. At Data Disposal, we are security experts, we offer a variety of different services to cater to all of your document destruction needs. They include On-Site Paper Shredding, Off-Site Paper Shredding … document shedding

RECYCLE ELECTRONICS
Data Disposal is now a credited electronics recycling collection facility. Everything from CPUs, Laptops, Monitors, TVs, Hard Drives, Wiring, Cell phones and more. We guarantee your hard drive data to be destroyed in compliance with HIPAA, the United States Department of Defense and NIST regulations with a certificate of destruction for all hard drives. So instead of throwing away your used or outdated electronics, you can recycle them without taking up valuable space in our landfill or polluting our environment with the metals and other materials they are made of. ….Electronics recycling

CONTAINER MAINTENANCE
When you choose Data Disposal route shredding service we’ll provide free delivery and setup of all the locking security containers that you need. Your employees can simply drop their everyday confidential documents that they wish to discard into the slots of our security containers. Then on your scheduled pickup day we’ll empty your containers and shred everything on site.Our container maintenance service will deliver and setup two types of containers to be used in the collection of material destined for destruction. A 35-Gallon Security Console (Dimensions: 35.5” H x 21.25” W x 15.25”D) and a 64-Gallon Container (Dimensions: 41”H x 23”W x 28.5”D) are available. Both units are configured to lock … container maintenance

OFF-SITE DESTRUCTION
Data Disposal will provide the equipment and personnel necessary to collect all designated material targeted for destruction from your location of choosing; office, residence or storage facility. The material is returned in an enclosed vehicle to our Spring Valley site for destruction … off-site destruction

 

 

 

 

 

DDI HAS RESUMED CUSTOMER DROP-OFF & WITNESS SERVICES.
THE HOURS FOR DROP-OFF SERVICES ARE AS FOLLOWS:
MONDAY-WEDNESDAY
8:00-11:00 & 1:00-5:00
THURSDAY
1:00-5:00
FRIDAY
8:00-11:00 & 1:00-5:00
WITNESS SERVICES WILL BE AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Data Disposal is a family owned, small business serving Southern California since 1984.  For over 30 years,  we take the secure disposal of your information very seriously. We provide on and off site services for all your destruction needs.

 

Our disintegration process can handle paper, cardboard, mylar, vellum, floppy disks, video cassettes, audio cassettes, CD-ROM platters, DVD platters, microfilm and microfiche. The process can handle staples, paperclips, comb-binds, snap-binds (plastic) and spiral binds (plastic).

All San Diego and East County Appliance

We provide the following services:

  • Appliance Repair
  • Refrigerator Repair
  • Washer Repair
  • Dryer Repair
  • Dishwasher Repair
  • Oven Repair
  • Cooktop Repair
  • And Many More!

Auto Zone – Spring Valley North

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.