Electronic & Universal Waste - Recology Vallejo
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Electronic & Universal Waste

Electronic and universal waste, such as fluorescent tubes and batteries, are prohibited from the trash. These wastes contain a variety of toxic components like lead, cadmium and mercury, arsenic, and flame retardants, and when dumped in a landfill, these materials can contaminate the soil and groundwater, thus impacting surrounding areas.

Examples of electronic waste include: microwaves, T.V.’s, computer monitors and towers, cell phones, iPods, DVD players, stereos, etc.

Examples of universal waste Include: used oil and filters, batteries, fluorescent tubes and bulbs, sharps, etc.


CURBSIDE BULKY PICKUP

You can schedule a Bulky Pickup to correctly dispose of your electronic waste. This is good for large appliances such as refrigerators or washing machines.

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Single-family residents may schedule four free curbside pickups each calendar year. 

MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Multi-family residents must coordinate with their property manager to schedule one free curbside pickup each calendar year for the entire complex.

COMMERCIAL
Commercial customers can schedule Bulky Item Pickup for a fee.

Contact Us to Schedule a Pickup


Vallejo-American Canyon Recycling Facility Accepted Items:

  • CD-DVD players
  • Cell phones
  • Computer monitors (up to 4)
  • Computer peripherals, including mice and keyboards
  • Copiers
  • Digital clocks
  • Fax machines
  • Hand-held electronics
  • Microwaves and other small household appliances
  • MP3 players
  • Pagers
  • Personal digital assistants
  • Printers
  • Stereos
  • Telephones
  • Televisions (up to 4)
  • Video cassette recorders

DROP OFF

Drop off electronic items at the Recology Vallejo-American Canyon Recycling Facility (no large appliances).

Customers must be able to unload the materials they bring in.

You may also drop off some select items to the original manufacturer.

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