Recycling center in La Mesa, CA

EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only)

8184 Commercial St La Mesa CA 91942 USA

3.9 (212 reviews)
EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only) recycling center in La Mesa, CA - View of facility

About this center

EDCO's La Mesa City service portal covers residential and commercial waste collection and recycling at the 8184 Commercial Street transfer station in La Mesa, California. EDCO is a family-owned Southern California waste company operating since 1967. The La Mesa site offers residential curbside pickup, commercial collection programs, and a 'What Goes Where' item-lookup tool for sorting waste, recycling, and organics. The company periodically hosts free paper shredding, e-waste collection, and mulch/compost giveaway events. Contact EDCO at (619) 287-7555.

Services offered

  • Residential waste and recycling collection
  • Commercial waste and recycling programs
  • Transfer station / public disposal site
  • Organics and green cart programs
  • Free community shredding and e-waste events
  • Start/stop service requests

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evan soares

3 weeks ago

Review

I called for a large pickup todat. was hung up on 4 times before a human answered. horrible automated system. then when they answered it was like i was bothering them. Do better. waste management website here i come.

Oasis Sands

2 months ago

Review

I was yelled at that I need to wear a vest inside my vehicle. I explained that I would put it on before getting out but that they had no jurisdiction over what I wear inside my truck.. The vests they hand out are pink. Not very cool considering that their customers are 90% men.

FETCH Junk Removal

5 months ago

Review

Most current pricing as of 07/01/2024: (A mind-blowing 85% increase since June 2022): -Minimum Fee Trash Load (800lbs or less): $90/load -All vehicles trans load (800lbs or more): $125/ton -Clean Greenwaste (800lbs or less): $80/load -Clean Greenwaste (800lbs or more): $100/ton -Clean concrete/dirt: $50/ton -Mixed CDI load: $128/load ***(NOW $105/load as of 02/23)*** -Household appliances: $30/each -Hard to handle items (trailer boats camper large trees etc.): $100 each + $125/ton -No hazardous waste paint batteries tires etc. My Review: In comparison to the Miramar Landfill this is a LUXURY! Let me explain: ---Miramar Landfill - long lines to enter long drive from the "pay booth" to the actual landfill road turns to dirt...then to mud large potholes in the road very hard on your vehicle your vehicle leaves the landfill filthy you have a substantially high risk of getting a nail in your tire and the commercial garbage trucks tail you the entire way in and out of the landfill. ---La Mesa Transfer Station - Typically shorter line/wait time indoor setting water misters to keep the dust down minimal dust/dirt in comparison to Miramar concrete floor (no dirt/mud/potholes) significantly lower chance of getting a nail in your tire (though still happens) and the guys that work there are always friendly and helpful! You do pay a bit more for the added conveniences but one nail in your tire at the landfill wipes out any small cost savings. Trust us! Do yourself a favor and go to the La Mesa transfer station over the City of San Diego Miramar landfill. Oh and they are open on the weekends (which are typically very quiet/minimal-no lines)! Let us know if you need help with hauling! -FETCH Junk Removal call/text for free quote: 619-333-8447 www.FetchJunk.com

Public records at a glance

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Visitor questions

Does the EDCO La Mesa station host special collection events?

Yes — EDCO periodically holds free paper shredding, e-waste collection, and mulch/compost giveaway events for La Mesa residents. Check the EDCO La Mesa news page for upcoming dates.

Is EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only) open on Saturday?

Yes. EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only) is open 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Is EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only) open on Sunday?

Yes. EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only) is open 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM on Sundays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Ownership & business

Names and roles as recorded by the source; these do not independently establish current ownership or beneficial ownership.

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CalRecycle SWIS facility records

CalRecycle SWIS

Source-listed swis number
37-AA-0922
Record date:
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Retrieved:
2026-10-30 (source access date)
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Who is recorded as the owner in CalRecycle SWIS?

The non-archived SWIS owner records for EDCO Station (37-AA-0922) name City Of La Mesa. Retrieved 2026-10-30. These are the parties in the registry's owner field; the registry does not establish corporate beneficial ownership.

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Who is recorded as the operator in CalRecycle SWIS?

The non-archived SWIS operator records for EDCO Station (37-AA-0922) name EDCO Disposal Corporation. Retrieved 2026-10-30. The operator is a separate role from the recorded owner.

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Permits & registrations

Dated registry entries and filings do not establish current permit validity, insurance coverage or operating status.

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CalRecycle SWIS facility records

CalRecycle SWIS

Source-listed swis number
37-AA-0922
Record date:
See source details; a record date is not supplied in the overview.
Retrieved:
2026-10-30 (source access date)
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What CalRecycle SWIS facility record covers this address?

CalRecycle records this location as EDCO Station, SWIS 37-AA-0922, with site operational status "Active" and regulatory status "Permitted". Retrieved 2026-10-30. SWIS identifies the site; specific activities at the same address may have different authorizations.

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What active activities and oversight are recorded by CalRecycle?

For EDCO Station, SWIS lists these active activity records: Large Volume Transfer/Processing Facility — regulatory status Permitted; listed inspection frequency Monthly. The enforcing agency is County of San Diego, Department of Environmental Health and Quality. Retrieved 2026-10-30. A listed inspection frequency is a schedule, not confirmation that an inspection occurred.

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Operations & reporting

Reported quantities, fleet figures and financial-assurance filings retain their source scope and dates; they do not establish current capacity, staffing, funding or coverage.

Matched facility / site record

CalRecycle SWIS facility records

CalRecycle SWIS

Source-listed swis number
37-AA-0922
Record date:
See source details; a record date is not supplied in the overview.
Retrieved:
2026-10-30 (source access date)
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What waste categories appear in this facility’s SWIS activity records?

CalRecycle records Construction/demolition; Green Materials; Industrial; Mixed Municipal across the active activities at EDCO Station (37-AA-0922). Retrieved 2026-10-30. These regulatory waste categories do not establish public drop-off availability, pricing, or acceptance of every item in a category; contact the facility about your load.

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What throughput or capacity figures does CalRecycle report?

SWIS reports for EDCO Station: Large Volume Transfer/Processing Facility: maximum permitted throughput 2000 Tons per day; maximum permit capacity 2000 Tons per day. Units are reproduced as recorded, retrieved 2026-10-30; these are permit-record figures, not a measure of available capacity today.

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Location & directions

EDCO Station-Public Disposal Site (hours of operation apply to Transfer Station only)

8184 Commercial St La Mesa CA 91942 USA

La Mesa, CA

32.773849°N, 117.021482°W

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