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Recycling center in Chula Vista, CA

Mike's Recycling

3151 Main St

4.2 (299 reviews)
CRV aluminumCRV plastic bottlesCRV glass bottles
Call (619) 426-2688Directions (opens in a new tab)Hours & contactMaterials accepted
Mike's Recycling recycling center in Chula Vista, CA - View of facility

About this center

Mike's Recycling is a recycling center in Chula Vista, CA, serving household and business clients. The site has been in operation for over 20 years and focuses on recycling various materials, including California Redemption Value (CRV) items and cardboard.

Materials accepted & services

CRV aluminumCRV plastic bottlesCRV glass bottlesCardboardWine bottlesSpirits bottlesrecyclingchula vistabottle recyclingcardboard recyclingenvironmentcommunity service

Services offered

  • CRV recycling
  • Cardboard recycling
  • Bottle recycling
  • Wine and spirits bottle recycling

Areas served

Chula Vista, CASouth San Diego County

Prices & reviews

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Be Real

5 months ago

Review

Wow it was my first time. Nice experience. Helpful staff. I was confused in two languages 😃. Clean Recycling Place.

Selina Cedeno

3 months ago

Review

Came here cause it was the only thing open at 8 am I’m glad I did the service here is remarkable! I wish I had enough to tip them lol they helped get the recyclables out of my vehicle and put them in the can for me and then all I had to do was sign it was a good experience and they gave me a pen at the end how nice of them ❤️ will be coming back always now :)

VicM

a year ago

Review

These guys were quick! I brought all my cans and bottles to get recycled and they did all the sorting. Recommend them for a quick service and decent prices. I’ve been coming here for years check them out!

Public records at a glance

Explore dated facility and company records. A public record does not verify the business. Coverage varies by agency and is not a complete history.

Visitor questions

What are the operating hours?

Monday - Saturday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sunday: Closed.

What materials can I recycle?

We accept CRV aluminum, plastic, glass bottles, cardboard, and starting January 2024, wine and spirits bottles.

Do you accept competitor coupons?

Yes, we accept competitor coupons.

What hours and appointment requirements does CalRecycle report for the beverage-container program?

The directory reports Mon - Sat 7:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sun Closed; the By Appointment Only field is No. Retrieved 2026-10-30. These schedules describe the listed beverage-container operation and may differ from other services at the same site. Confirm current hours and load acceptance before visiting.

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Is Mike's Recycling open on Saturday?

Yes. Mike's Recycling is open 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Is Mike's Recycling open on Sunday?

Mike's Recycling lists itself as closed on Sundays. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Permits & registrations

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

Matched facility / site record

EPA facility registry

US Environmental Protection Agency

EPA registry ID
110065450639
Source record created:
2015-10-13
Retrieved:
2026-10-30 (source access date)
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What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110065450639 for MIKE'S RECYCLING at 3151 MAIN ST, CHULA VISTA, CA. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

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Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: CA-ENVIROVIEW:49070. Recorded program interests: STATE MASTER. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

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CalRecycle beverage-container accounts

CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling Program

Source-listed program account
RC14289
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 beverage-container program accounts are recorded here?

CalRecycle's certified Recyclers/Processors directory lists Mike's Recycling Inc, account RC14289 at this address. Retrieved 2026-10-30. These are beverage-container program accounts, separate from solid-waste permits. A processor entry alone does not establish public walk-in redemption service.

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What operation start dates are recorded for these CalRecycle accounts?

CalRecycle reports account RC14289: 2009-04-06 as the operation begin dates. Retrieved 2026-10-30. These dates refer to the program accounts and do not establish the business's founding date or continuous operation.

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Location & directions

Mike's Recycling

3151 Main St

Chula Vista, CA

32.594223°N, 117.065552°W

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