El Monte, California

Recycling centers in El Monte

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Local recycling centers

3 locations

The City of El Monte's Hazardous Waste and Electronic Waste Collection Facility is set up at the Public Works Yard, 3990 Arden Drive, and receives material at the city's regularly scheduled Clean Up events. Drivers use the rear entrance from Valley Circle, off Valley Boulevard, as shown on the city's map. The facility takes used motor oil and filters, antifreeze, paint, paint thinners, cleaning products, pool chemicals, pesticides, mercury thermometers, expired medication, syringes, batteries and light bulbs, along with TVs, VCRs, phones, computers, printers, copiers, stereos and appliances. Business waste, explosives, ammunition and tires are refused.

Household Hazardous WasteE-WasteElectronicsUsed OilPaintBatteries+2 more

Accepts: Used motor oil and filters, Antifreeze, Paint and paint thinners, Cleaning products, Pool chemicals, Pesticides, Mercury thermometers, Expired medication, Syringes, Batteries, Light bulbs, TVs, computers, printers and phones, Appliances

Services: Hazardous and electronic waste collection at scheduled Clean Up events · Rear entrance from Valley Circle

When can I drop off hazardous waste at the El Monte collection facility?

Material is received at the city's regularly scheduled Clean Up events, which are held at the Public Works Yard.

Which entrance do I use at the El Monte hazardous waste facility?

Use the rear entrance, reached from Valley Circle, as shown on the city's map.

Pretty California Clean Recycle center

11850 Valley Blvd El Monte CA 91732 USA

3.5/5(11 reviews)

Listed hours: Mon-Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

What CalRecycle beverage-container program accounts are recorded here?

CalRecycle's certified Recyclers/Processors directory lists Pretty California Clean, account RC282765.001 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.

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

The directory reports Mon - Sat 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Sun 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; 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.

SA Recycling

12301 Valley Blvd

SA Recycling is a recycling center at 12301 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA. Contact the facility to confirm accepted materials, access rules and current hours before visiting.

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How is this location classified in EPA facility data?

EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery dataset lists this location as metal recycler. The matched record lists its source as Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) and its update date as 08/26/2025. Retrieved October 30, 2026. This is a source classification, not confirmation of public drop-off access, current operating status or EPA certification.

Which metal types are named in the EPA source record?

The EPA dataset's metal-description field lists: Aluminum, Brass, Ferrous, Precious Metals, Zinc. The source is Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), with record update date 08/26/2025. This describes the source record and does not establish today's buying prices, preparation rules or walk-in acceptance. Confirm the specific metal and service with the facility. Retrieved October 30, 2026.

Materials Accepted in El Monte

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in El Monte include Household Hazardous Waste, E-Waste, Electronics, Used Oil, Paint. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in El Monte, California

Valley Vista Services collects residential trash, recycling, and organics in El Monte with three carts: brown for trash, blue for recyclables, and green for yard and food waste. Single-family homes get 20 free bulky item pickups a year on their regular trash day. Residents reach the hauler at 800-442-6454 and City Hall at 626-580-2001.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who picks up trash in El Monte CA?

Valley Vista Services handles curbside pickup. Call 800-442-6454 for missed pickups and service issues. City Hall is at 11333 Valley Boulevard, phone 626-580-2001.

Does El Monte CA have curbside recycling?

Yes. Every home has a blue cart for recyclables, a brown cart for trash, and a green cart for green waste and food waste. Food scraps and food-soiled paper such as pizza boxes go in the green cart, not the trash. The city hands out kitchen scrap pails and a starter supply of compostable bags. See food waste for what counts.

How do I get rid of a couch or mattress in El Monte CA?

Single-family homes and planned unit developments get 20 bulky item pickups a year at no charge. Call Valley Vista Services at 800-442-6454 at least 24 hours ahead. Pickup happens on your trash day, and municipal code allows bulky items at the curb only the night before.

Does trash pickup change on holidays in El Monte CA?

Collection runs as scheduled except on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. When your pickup falls on one of those holidays, collection moves to the following day for the rest of that week.

Where do I take hazardous waste in El Monte CA?

Hazardous waste and used motor oil never go in the trash, a sink, or a storm drain. The city lists its yearly Clean Up Events on its Hazardous Waste Disposal page, and 1 (888) CLEAN LA has Los Angeles County household hazardous waste drop-off details. Call City Hall at 626-580-2001 with questions.

How do I dispose of sharps in El Monte CA?

Valley Vista Services delivers sharps containers to your home free. Residential and multi-family customers apply through Valley Vista, up to four containers per calendar year.

Recycling tips for El Monte

  • •Donate usable furniture to a local charity before booking a bulky pickup.
  • •Separate food scraps in the kitchen pail, then empty it into the green cart.
  • •Lawn and garden debris shares the green cart with food scraps.
  • •Never set bulky items out earlier than the night before your trash day.

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