Allied Recycling, operated by Wojo Enterprises Inc, redeems CRV containers at 1425 N Magnolia Ave in El Cajon. Weekday hours run to 4:45 PM and Saturday closes at 12:45 PM.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:45 PM; Sat 8:00 AM-12:45 PM
Accepts: California Redemption Value beverage containers
Services: CRV beverage container redemption
Does this site use reverse vending machines?
No. The CalRecycle listing states that this location has no reverse vending machines.
What California covered-electronics recycling program entry is recorded here?
CalRecycle's active participant directory lists Allied Recycling (a DBA of Wojo Enterprises, Inc.) at 1425 N Magnolia Ave, El Cajon, with CEWID 127252 and directory role(s) Collector. Its individual detail page reports Current Status Active, checked 2026-10-30. This is participation in the Covered Electronic Waste program, not a general environmental permit or proof that all electronic devices are accepted. Confirm accepted devices, fees and public drop-off access with the named operation.
American Recycling is a full-service scrap processing and recycling site in El Cajon, CA. The center focuses on the recycling of aluminum cans, plastics, and glass bottles, providing cash in return for these materials.
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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 110070097257 for AMERICAN RECYCLING LLC at 210 EL CAJON BLVD, EL CAJON, 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.
Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?
The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:CAZ482006. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. 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.
EDCO accepts household hazardous waste from El Cajon residents at 950 O'Connor Street on Saturdays, by appointment only and free of charge. Appointments are booked through an online timeslot form, by email, or by phone.
The accepted list covers aerosols, antifreeze, auto batteries and fluids, all-purpose and oven cleaners, disinfectants, drain openers, latex and oil-based paint, pesticides, pool chemicals, solvents, used oil and filters, gasoline in containers, lighter fluid, furniture polish, and electronic waste, including CRTs. EDCO also holds one free household hazardous waste collection event each year, with details announced beforehand.
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Listed hours: Saturdays by appointment
Accepts: Aerosols, Antifreeze, Auto batteries, Auto fluids, Cleaners, Disinfectants, Drain openers, Latex and oil-based paint, Pesticides, Pool chemicals, Solvents, Used oil and filters, Gasoline in containers, Electronic waste including CRTs
Welcome to Greenfield Recycling, El Cajon, CA's newest recycling center offering competitive payout prices and excellent customer service. Stop by to recycle a range of materials including cans, brass, stainless steel, plastic, batteries, appliances, glass, iron, radiators, copper, and milk cartons. By recycling with us, you not only help the environment but also get paid for it. We handle the recycling process, so you can feel good about reducing, reusing, and recycling. Serving the communities of El Cajon, Bostonia, Winter Gardens, Granite Hills, and Lakeside, we are located at 1235 Greenfield Dr., El Cajon, CA 92021, open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how you can contribute to a greener future.
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Listed hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed
King Recycling, listed with the state as RS Recycling Inc, redeems CRV containers at 7907 Cajon Rd in El Cajon. It opens seven days a week from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Listed hours: Mon-Sun 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Accepts: California Redemption Value beverage containers
Services: CRV beverage container redemption
Does this site use reverse vending machines?
No. The CalRecycle listing states that this location has no reverse vending machines.
California redemption payments, electronics buyback, and scrap buying meet at One Earth Recycling, 636 Front Street in El Cajon. The yard pays on CRV containers, and the state program now includes liquor and wine bottles plus boxes, bladders, and pouches.
Copper, aluminum, brass, and stainless steel are bought here, and the El Cajon processing site also takes steel scrap and high-temperature aircraft alloys. Scrap payouts go out three days after the sale unless the load is tied to a registered business, which is paid at the time of drop-off. Registered commercial accounts get bin placement and pickup at the business. Customers who take the One Earth debit Mastercard are paid for e-scrap such as televisions, computers, and cell phones, with extra pay on aluminum cans.
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Services: CRV container redemption · Scrap metal buying · Electronics buyback · Debit Mastercard payout · Commercial bin placement and pickup · Same-visit pay for registered businesses
How soon does One Earth Recycling pay for scrap metal?
Scrap metal is paid three days after the sale unless the transaction is tied to a registered business. Registered commercial scrap vendors are paid at the time of recycling.
Which drink containers does One Earth Recycling redeem in El Cajon?
The El Cajon yard pays California redemption value. As of 2024 that program includes liquor and wine bottles along with boxes, bladders, and pouches.
This Ponce Recycling site at 2652 Jamacha Rd in El Cajon redeems CRV containers Monday through Saturday, with a lunch closure from 1:00 to 1:30 PM. It is closed on Sundays.
Accepts: California Redemption Value beverage containers
Services: CRV beverage container redemption
Does this site use reverse vending machines?
No. The CalRecycle listing states that this location has no reverse vending machines.
What CalRecycle beverage-container program accounts are recorded here?
CalRecycle's certified Recyclers/Processors directory lists Ponce Recycling, account RC295711.001 (organization recorded as Ponce Recycling Inc) 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.
Waste Management recycling drop-off for Santee customers at 925 O’Connor St, El Cajon. The city lists paper, containers, batteries, fluorescent lights and limited e-waste; used oil/filters require Saturday HHW appointment and e-waste limits apply.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed
Accepts: Cans, Cardboard, Paper/newspapers, Glass, Plastic bottles #1-7, Specified #1/#2 containers, Household batteries, Fluorescent lights, Sharps, Limited e-waste, Used motor oil/filters by appointment
Services: Recycling drop-off for Santee customers · Appointment Saturday HHW for oil/filters
Waste Management recycling center one block south of the Bradley and Johnson intersection that serves Santee customers. Takes bottles, cans, paper, e-waste, sharps and batteries, and runs a Saturday household hazardous waste program by appointment.
Do I need an appointment for household hazardous waste?
Yes. HHW drop-off runs on Saturdays by appointment only, and you call 619-596-5100 to book. Loads stay under 125 pounds or 15 gallons.
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Materials Accepted in El Cajon
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in El Cajon include recycling center, bottle redemption, drop-off, Batteries, E-Waste. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
EDCO holds the exclusive trash and recycling franchise in El Cajon and gives every single-family home three carts: gray for trash, blue for recycling, and green for organics. EDCO customer service answers at (619) 287-7555. Bulky items go out by appointment for a nominal fee, and EDCO Buyback Centers take recyclables too large for the blue cart.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does El Cajon CA have curbside recycling?
Yes. EDCO provides every single-family residence in El Cajon with three carts: gray for trash, blue for recycling, and green for organic waste. Some holidays push collection back one day. Call EDCO at (619) 287-7555 to start service.
What goes in the El Cajon CA recycling cart?
The blue cart takes clear and colored glass bottles and jars, aluminum and steel cans, clean and dry paint cans, empty aerosol cans, and aluminum foil. Flattened cardboard, newspapers, office paper, mail, magazines, and paper packaging such as cereal boxes and egg cartons also go in. Empty food and beverage containers first. Place recyclables loose or in paper bags, never in plastic bags.
What goes in the green organics cart in El Cajon CA?
Food scraps, food-soiled paper, and yard waste go in the green cart. California SB 1383 requires El Cajon residents to use it for those materials. The gray cart takes only what cannot be reused, donated, recycled, or composted.
How do I get rid of a couch or appliance in El Cajon CA?
Schedule an EDCO bulky item pickup for a nominal fee. Set the item at the curb or end of your driveway by 6:00 a.m. on your appointed day. EDCO takes furniture, scrap metal, stoves, refrigerators, air conditioners, microwaves, water heaters, and one television or computer monitor. Tires, dirt, concrete, asphalt, and hazardous chemicals are not accepted.
Where do I take paint and hazardous waste in El Cajon CA?
Paint never goes in the curb carts. PaintCare drop-off sites at paint, hardware, and home improvement stores take it free from any California resident. For other household hazardous waste, batteries, and electronics, call 877-R-1-EARTH (877-713-2784) or visit WasteFreeSD.org.
Can I get an extra recycling cart in El Cajon CA?
Yes. EDCO provides additional recycling carts at no additional cost. Blue carts come in 32, 64, and 95-gallon sizes.
Recycling tips for El Cajon
•Put shredded paper in a paper bag before it goes in the blue cart.
•Remove binder clips and 3-ring binders from paper. Staples and paper clips are fine.
•Return single-use plastic grocery bags to a grocery store.
•Keep batteries and light bulbs out of both the trash and recycling carts.
•Use the EDCO Where Does it Go search tool for any item you are unsure about.
Recycling centers near El Cajon
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