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, TVs, 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
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 one free curbside pickup each calendar year.
COMMERCIAL
Commercial customers can schedule Bulky Item Pickup for a fee.
Contact Us to Schedule a Pickup.
Accepted E-Waste:
- 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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