Mountain View Recycling Center

935 Terra Bella Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94043 - View Map
(650) 967-3034    http://www.recologymountainview.com/index.php/for-homes/mountain-view-recycle-center
Hours Of Operation: Drop Off (Mountain View residents ONLY): Mon- Fri: 8am- 4pm // Buy-Back Center (open to public): Tues- Fri: 12pm- 4pm | Sat: 9am- 4pm
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Appliance, Dryer (Electric) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Dryer (Gas) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Furnace Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Garbage Disposal Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Ice Maker, In Fridge Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Microwave, Household Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Other, Small Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Oven (Electric) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Oven (Gas) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Stove (Wood Burning) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Toaster Oven Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Trash Compactor Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Appliance, Water Heater (Electric) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034.. 
Appliance, Water Heater (Gas) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept large appliances such as air conditioners and refrigerators. Appointments are required for medium and small appliances. To schedule a drop-off or for more information call (650) 967-3034. 
Batteries, Alkaline, Household (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in clear plastic bags and tape terminals. Call (650) 967-3034 for more information. 
Clothing, All Types Reuse
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
Functional
 
Accepts clothing and shoes for donation. Call (650) 967-3034 for more information.  
Clothing, Shoes, Men's Reuse
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
Functional
 
Accepts clothing and shoes for donation. Call (650) 967-3034 for more information.  
Clothing, Shoes, Women's Reuse
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
Functional
 
Accepts clothing and shoes for donation. Call (650) 967-3034 for more information.  
Construction, Wood, Untreated Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts clean, unpainted and untreated wood and lumber only. Call for more details (650) 967-3034. 
Cooking Oil Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place cooking oil in a clear plastic bottle or jug with a screw-top lid. 
Electronics, Cell Phone Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts E-waste such as computers, monitors, printers, TVs, cell phones, etc. Call for details (650) 967-3034. 
Electronics, Computer, Desktop Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts E-waste such as computers, monitors, printers, TVs, cell phones, etc. Call for details (650) 967-3034. 
Electronics, Computer, Printer Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts E-waste such as computers, monitors, printers, TVs, cell phones, etc. Call for details (650) 967-3034. 
Electronics, Television, LCD/LED/Plasma Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Mountain View residents may drop-off all e-waste items at no charge. 
Furniture, Bed, Mattress Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
Charge
 
Fees apply, call for pricing info (650) 967-3034. 
Furniture, Cabinet Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Furniture, Couch, Futon Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Furniture, Sofa Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Furniture, Table, Dining Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Furniture, Table, Side Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Glass, Bottles (CRV) Recycle
 
Drop-off
Buy-back
 
Residential
 
CRV
 
Bring during buy-back hours for CRV redemption. Otherwise, place in mixed container bin. 
Glass, Bottles (Non-CRV) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Buy back services available to all county residents.  
Hazardous Material, Aerosol Cans Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Cans must be empty. Due to limited markets, Recology does not guarantee that this item will be accepted. Call ahead for information (650) 967-3034.  
Home, Bedding/Bed Sheets Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Unusable clothes, sheets, blankets, and towels are accepted for recycling. Must be clean. Usable clothing and shoes are accepted for donation. 
Home, Blankets Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Unusable clothes, sheets, blankets, and towels are accepted for recycling. Must be clean. Usable clothing and shoes are accepted for donation. 
Home, Children's Play Equipment Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts plastic children's toys such as slides, climbers, etc. Due to limited markets, Recology does not guarantee this item will be recycled. Call ahead for information (650) 967-3034. 
Home, Dresser Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Furniture is accepted from Mountain View residents only. Make an appointment to drop off these items. Call (650) 967-3034. 
Home, Music, Sheet Music Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper. Place in Mixed Paper cart.  
Home, Towel Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Unusable clothes, sheets, blankets, and towels are accepted for recycling. Must be clean. Usable clothing and shoes are accepted for donation. 
Lighting, Compact Fluorescent Bulb (CFL) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts compact fluorescent bulbs, does not accept tubes. Limited quantities should be taken to the SMaRT station. Call for details (650) 967-3034. 
Metal, Cans, Aerosol (Empty) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Call for details. 
Metal, Cans, Aluminum (CRV) Recycle
 
Drop-off
Buy-back
 
Residential
 
CRV
 
Bring during buy-back hours for CRV redemption. Otherwise, place in mixed container. 
Metal, Cans, Bi-Metal Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed container toter. 
Metal, Cans, Steel/Tin Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed container toter. 
Metal, Scrap, Misc Metals Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts scrap metal no longer than 6 feet. This includes various items such as pots, pans, trays, utensils, tools and other small all-metal items. Additionally, these items are not accepted at curbside, but residents may also drop-off at the SMaRT St 
Metal, Steel, Scrap Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts scrap metal no longer than 6 feet. This includes various items such as pots, pans, trays, utensils, tools and other small all-metal items. Additionally, these items are not accepted at curbside, but residents may also drop-off at the SMaRT St 
Office Supplies, Folders Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Organics, Wood, Holiday Trees Recycle
 
Pick-up
 
Residential
 
  Holiday tree collection program for single-family properties are offered for a four-week period following Christmas Day (exact dates vary from year to year). Contact Recology Mountain View at (650) 903-6317 for more information. 
Organics, Yard Trimmings Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Does not accept food waste. Appointment is required, to schedule call (650) 967-3034. 
Packaging, Aseptic Carton Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts cartons of milk, juice, soy, soup, etc. 
Paper, Books, Children's Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Books, Children's, Coloring Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Books, Comic Books Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Books, Encyclopedia Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Books, Paperback Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Books, Textbooks Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper or hardcovers. Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Boxes, Usable Reuse
Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Flatten, place next to toters. Max. size: 3�x3�. 
Paper, Coated Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Colored Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Computer, Usable Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Computer, Used Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Confidential Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Corrugated Cardboard Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Flatten, place next to toters. Max. size: 3�x3�. 
Paper, Envelopes, Usable Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  NO contaminated paper. Place in Mixed Paper cart.  
Paper, Folders, Usable Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Glossy Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Greeting Cards Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Grocery Bags Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Magazines Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Maps Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Mixed Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, NCR Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, News Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Non-Corrugated Cardboard Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Flatten, place next to toters. Max. size: 3�x3�. 
Paper, Other Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Packing Tissue Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Paperboard Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts frozen food boxes and other waxed paperboard. Due to limited markets, Recology does not guarantee that these items will be recycled. Call ahead for information (650) 967-3034.  
Paper, Phone Books Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, Usable Reuse
Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Paper, White Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Place in mixed paper bin. 
Plastic, #1 (PETE), CRV Recycle
 
Drop-off
Buy-back
 
Residential
 
CRV
 
CRV beverage containers are accepted from the general public for buy-back. 
Plastic, #2 (HDPE Colored) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, #2 (HDPE Opaque) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, #3 (PVC) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, #4 (LDPE) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts film plastic such as bread bags, dry cleaner bags, bubble wrap, plastic packaging wrap, zip lock bags, shrink wrap, etc. Bundle plastic together. Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed  
Plastic, #4 (Polyethylene) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts film plastic such as bread bags, dry cleaner bags, bubble wrap, plastic packaging wrap, zip lock bags, shrink wrap, etc. Bundle plastic together. Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed  
Plastic, #5 (Polypropylene) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, #6 (Polystyrene, Non-expanded) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, #7 (Other) Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Accepts rigid plastics such as pails, buckets, plant pots, etc. Due to limited markets, Recology does not guarantee this item will be recycled. Call ahead for information (650) 967-3034. Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and mark 
Plastic, #7 Instapak Foam Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Bottles and wide-mouth tubs less than 2-gallon in size and marked #1 through #7. Place in mixed container bin. No plastic grocery bags accepted. Take plastic bags to local grocery stores. 
Plastic, Pots Recycle
 
Drop-off
 
Residential
 
  Call for details.