WHY RECYCLE??

Recycling reduces trash, keeps our environment clean, extends the life of our landfills, and keeps waste disposal costs down.  Recycle mixed paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, aluminum and steel cans, etc. through your  EDCO Disposal residential or commercial trash service.

Hazardous Waste – FREE Drop-off Recycling

It is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the trash.  Hazardous products are poisonous to people and pets, and pollute the environment.  Lemon Grove offers the following FREE recycling opportunities:

·       Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) – Residential drop-off by appointment only 

·       Used Motor Oil Recycling – Recycle used oil and oil filters at local oil recycling centers

·       Electronic Waste (E-Waste) – Free drop-off for residents and businesses

·      Universal Waste (U-Waste) – Residential drop-off by appointment only

·      Batteries – NEW – Free drop-off for residents at the Lemon Grove Library.

Hazardous Waste – FREE Homebound/Elderly Services

Lemon Grove offers a FREE Home Pickup Program, for the above hazardous waste categories. 

Construction and Demolition Debris (C&D) Recycling

The City’s C&D ordinance has a mandatory 75% recycling rate for C&D debris.  See link in left-hand column. Call SANCO Resource Recovery for more information. 

More Information

The California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) offers many free publications to help you reduce, reuse, and recycle.  http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/publications/default.asp?cat=18