How can I contact you?

You can reach us by phone at (619) 889-1305 or via email at info@dreamewaste.com or you can fill in one of our contact forms.

How can I contact you?

You can reach us by phone at (619) 889-1305 or via email at info@dreamewaste.com or you can fill in one of our contact forms.

FREE Electronics Recycling & Data Destruction

Dream Electronic Recycling is San Diego’s only R2v3 certified electronics recycling facility, offering e-waste drop off in San Diego residents and businesses can rely on.
Visit one of our 6 San Diego County locations to drop off your electronics at no cost, request a free e-waste pickup, or schedule secure hard drive destruction and data disposal, all backed by our commitment to responsible recycling.

San Diego Recycling Center

4009 Hicock St STE D, San Diego, CA 92110

Monday — Saturday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

Chula Vista Recycling Center

819 Anita St, Chula Vista, CA 91911

Monday — Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

North County Recycling Center

2930 Norman Strasse Rd STE 104, San Marcos

Monday — Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Saturdays — 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

Miramar Drop-Off Location

9434 Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego, CA 92126

Weekdays — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Weekends — 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

Check in at the Associated Storage office

Kearny Mesa Drop-Off Location

5450 Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego, CA 92111

Weekdays — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Weekends — 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

Check in at the Associated Storage office

Oceanside Drop-Off Location

1501 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

Monday — Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sundays — 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

(No Appointment Needed)

Check in at the Security Public Storage office

Free E-Waste Pickup in San Diego

Dream Electronic Recycling offers free e-waste pickup in San Diego for businesses, offices, schools, commercial properties, government facilities, and residential customers with multiple computing devices.

Call us at (619) 889-1305 or email [email protected] and our team will help schedule a convenient pickup at your location. Secure data destruction options are also available.

Schedule E-Waste Pickup

We accept any item with a cable, plug or battery. Check out our list of items we accept for more info.

What San Diego Community Says About Us

Rated Excellent by 2000+ locals for fast, friendly, and completely free electronic recycling.

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   Reed Harrison 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Easy to drop off electronics here. Thanks!
  
 
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   Logan Gray 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service came right to my car and picked up all my old electronics stuff without a problem!!
  
 
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   Melissa Stepek 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I keep coming back to Dream Electronic Recycling because I always have a good experience. This last time Corey was extremely helpful and had my tvs unloaded and taken care of in no time. He was super nice and made the whole experience great. Highly recommend dropping off your electronics with Corey at Dream Electronic Recycling!
  
 
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   Pam Hardy 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Corey made it so easy to drop off our small appliances. Thanks, Corey!
  
 
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   Nathan Woldemeskel 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was a really easy quick drop off, they accepted all my electronics, customer service was great and I will comeback here every time I need to recycle any electronics.
  
 
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   Lana Barry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What an easy and great experience! Drove right up and was met by a Cory a terrific, helpful and kind employees with a great attitude.
He took everything I had with no problems and a smile. I would highly recommend Dream E-waste for all of your electronic recycling needs.
  
 
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   Rodolfo Rios 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This place is the best for all of your electronics recycling needs. Friendly and professional!  I was helped by a young man named Corey, who was extremely knowledgeable about the operation, accommodating, and very helpful.
  
 
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   Joseph Dupnik 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent experience. I was able to efficiently drop off my device, no questions asked. Friendly staff, highly recommended!

Dream Electronic Recycling

Your Trusted Partner in Responsible Electronic Recycling

At Dream Electronic Recycling CEWID# 127772, we are committed to creating a greener and safer future by providing free and responsible recycling services for electronic devices. We understand the importance of proper disposal to protect the environment and ensure data security. With our expertise and dedication, we make it easy for individuals and businesses to recycle their electronics while safeguarding their sensitive information.

Our on-site data destruction services are compliant with NIST 800-88, HIPAA, and Department of Defense DoD 5220.22-M. We are the all-in-one provider for your data center decommissioning, IT refresh or general computer recycling projects. Our data destruction and IT Asset Disposal process is efficient and secure.

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Items We Accept For Recycling

Computers, Laptops, PCs, & Macs

Desktops, Laptops, Workstations, All in one computer, Terminals, Macs & Macintosh devices such as MacBooks, iMacs, iPads, iPhones.
Laptop and Notebooks

Laptops, Notebooks, MacBooks, Chromebooks, Ultrabooks, 2-in-1 Laptops, Gaming Laptops, Rugged Laptops, Docking Stations, Laptop Batteries, Chargers & Power Adapters.
Tvs & Monitors

TVs, Computer monitors, LED screens, LCD screens, OLED screens, Projector screens, Televisions, CRT Tvs, CRT monitors, Digital signage displays.
Hard Drives & Media

Hard drives, Floppy’s, Cassette Tapes, USB thumb drives, CDs, DVDs, LTOs, and any other media storage devices.
Printers

Inkjet Printers, Laser Printers, Printer Ink / Toner, Dot Matrix Printers, Thermal Printers, 3D Printers, Scanners, All-in-One Printers
Servers & Workstations

Servers, Workstations, Cabinets, Rack-Mount equipment and other enterprise level equipment.
Networking Equipment

Telecommunications Equipment, Routers, Switches, Hubs, Firewalls and all WAN related equipment.
Consumer Electronics

Electronic devices including cell phones, Tablets, Radios, Cameras, TVs, Surveillance systems, LED lighting, Video gaming consoles.
Cables & Plugs

Power Cables, HDMI Cables, Ethernet (LAN) Cables, VGA Cables, DVI Cables, Coaxial Cable, DisplayPort Cable, Audio Cables, Thunderbolt Cables, SATA Cables.
Computer Peripheral & Accessory

Printers, Monitors, Credit card readers, Microphones, Keyboards, Mice, and any other peripheral devices.
Laboratory & Medical Devices

Microscopes, Weighing scales, Spectrometers, Centrifuges, CT equipment, Defibrillators, Endoscopy equipment, MRI scanners, X-Ray machines, Respiration monitors
Testing Equipment

All Testing Equipment, Meters, Gauges, Oscilloscopes, Volt Meters, Frequency Emulators, Chargers, Power Supplies, Scanners, And Generators.
Appliances

Washers & Dryers, Ovens & Stoves
Microwaves, Dishwashers, Air Conditioners, Water Heaters, Furnaces, Trash Compactors, Refrigerators & Freezers ONLY WITHOUT FREON.

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Our Main Recycling Services

Our E-Waste Services

The Biggest E-Waste Facility in the city of San Diego Simplifying Electronics Recycling and Data Destruction for a Sustainable Future.

Free Electronics Recycling

We accept a wide range of electronic devices, including computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, printers, monitors, networking devices and more. As San Diego's only R2v3 certified facility, we make it easy to drop off or recycle electronics for free, keeping harmful materials out of landfills and conserving valuable resources for future generations.

Secure Data Destruction

Protecting your confidential data is our top priority. Our onsite hard drive destruction process is fully compliant with NIST 800-88, HIPAA, and DoD 5220.22-M standards, guaranteeing sensitive information is permanently and securely erased. Rest easy knowing your personal and business data stays confidential throughout the entire recycling process.

Convenient Pickup Service

We offer free e-waste pickup services, making it convenient for businesses, offices, and residential customers to recycle their electronics or shred documents. Our team schedules a pickup at your location, saving you time and effort so you can relax while our staff handles the e-waste collection and contribute to a greener planet.

Certificate of Destruction

Once the secure data destruction process is completed, we provide each client with a comprehensive Certificate of Destruction. This certificate serves as tangible evidence that your confidential data has been securely and irreversibly erased, in full compliance with industry standards and data protection regulations.

HOW WE WORK

Frequently Asked Questions

No, there is no fee for recycling. All items can be dropped off at our location completely free of charge. We are committed to making electronic recycling accessible and convenient for everyone.

Yes, we adhere to industry standards and best practices to ensure our recycling processes are environmentally sound and compliant with regulations.

You can reach us by phone at (619) 889-1305 or via email at [email protected] or you can fill in one of our contact forms.

Yes. Dream E-Waste offers free e-waste pickup throughout San Diego for businesses, offices, schools, commercial properties, government facilities, and residential customers with multiple electronics or computing devices, or you can drop off your old electronics at any of our recycling centers.

We take data security seriously. All devices are thoroughly wiped and data is securely erased before recycling locally in San Diego.

Our mission is to promote sustainable electronic waste management and make it easy for the community to recycle. We receive funding support from the state through the Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 (EWRA), which helps us cover the expenses involved in responsible electronic waste disposal. This allows us to offer free recycling services to our customers in the San Diego County and in California.

Yes, we collaborate with local organizations, schools, and businesses throughout San Diego to promote responsible electronic waste recycling and sustainability practices. If you are interested in partnering with us in San Diego, please contact us.

We can pick up computers, laptops, monitors, TVs, printers, servers, cables, batteries, networking equipment, phones, tablets, and most items with a cable, plug, or battery.

certifications

Certified & Responsible Electronics Recycling

Dream Electronic Recycling is fully certified and regulated to handle electronic waste responsibly and securely. Our certifications demonstrate our commitment to environmental protection, data security, and full regulatory compliance at the local, state, and national levels.

We are proud to operate the only R2v3-certified electronics recycling facility in San Diego open to the public. Our Point Loma, Chula Vista, and San Marcos facilities serve as certified processing locations, meeting the highest industry standard for responsible electronics recycling and data destruction. Electronics collected at our other drop-off locations are securely transported to our Point Loma facility for processing under our R2 certification standards, ensuring responsible recycling and proper data destruction.

Beyond individual drop-offs and pickups, we also provide specialized recycling and secure disposal services throughout San Diego County. Explore our property management electronic recycling for apartment communities and commercial properties, paper shredding in San Diego for secure document destruction, and regular electronic recycling events for convenient community recycling. All of our recycling services follow the same responsible, R2v3-certified processes.

Our operations are also approved and overseen by California regulatory agencies to ensure safe handling, proper downstream recycling, and environmental compliance for all electronic materials we process.