Other Services for Single-Family Residents

Donation Resources

Re-using an item is far better than recycling. To check out donation alternatives before you recycle search the links below.

Goodwill
http://www.goodwill.org/page/guest/about

Salvation Army
http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/www_usn.nsf

RecycleWorks Reuse Center
http://www.recycleworks.org/reuse_center.html

Local Recycling Centers

To find a recyling center near you that will exchange recyclables for cash, visit www.BottlesAndCans.com.

Home Compost/ Vermicompost

Composting is nature's way of recycling. It is a satisfying way to turn fruit, vegetable and yard trimmings into a dark, crumbly, sweet smelling soil conditioner. Composting is easy, it's smart, it's recycling.

Composting:
• Saves you money by lowering garbage bills and replacing store-bought soil conditioners.
• Helps garden and house plants by improving the fertility and health of your soil.
• Saves water by helping the soil hold moisture and reducing water runoff.
• Benefits the environment by recycling valuable organic resources and extending the life of our landfills.
To find out more about composting visit http://www.reducewaste.org

Household Hazardous Waste

County of Santa Clara
Household Hazardous Waste
408.299.7300