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Microwave Recycling in Paso Robles, CA

The city says microwaves can be recycled with e-waste, free at the Paso Robles Landfill.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a microwave in Paso Robles

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Paso RoblesNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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    Book online, set out your microwave and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. SLO County HHW Facility and E-Waste Drop-Off at Paso Robles LandfillCounty service · Paso RoblesSan Luis Obispo County residentsSources disagree on a detailFree
    How it works

    The SLO County IWMA household hazardous waste facility at the Paso Robles Landfill (9000 Highway 46 E) is open Saturdays 11 a.m.–3 p.m., no appointment; e-waste is taken free at the landfill Monday–Saturday for SLO County residents and Paso Robles customers.

    Cost & rules
    • E-waste Monday–Saturday (the city gives both 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. opening times); closed holidays and in rainy weather.

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  3. Cold Canyon Landfill Household Hazardous Waste, E-Waste and Mattress Drop-Off (SLO County IWMA)County service · San Luis Obispo CountySan Luis Obispo County residentsFree
    How it works

    IWMA household hazardous waste and e-waste drop-off at Cold Canyon Landfill, 2268 Carpenter Canyon Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401; Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 8 a.m.–3 p.m.; (805) 549-8332. Free for SLO County residents up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds per visit. The landfill also takes mattresses and box springs free (up to three per resident); a safety vest is required for e-waste drop-off.

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Before you go

  1. Remove the glass turntable; some operators can’t take the glass.
  2. Ask whether it’s priced as an appliance or as electronics.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Paso Robles: Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of El Paso de Robles
    • Electronics recycling at the landfill is free for all SLO County residents and City of Paso Robles customers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The city's hazardous waste page gives e-waste hours of Monday–Saturday 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · sources disagree.
  • City of Paso Robles: Trash & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of El Paso de Robles
    • The city lists cell phones, computer monitors, computers, printers and televisions as e-waste; microwaves can be recycled with e-waste, but not appliances with Freon. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • IWMA hazardous waste facilities accept materials at no charge from residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Paso Robles: Landfill (opens in new tab) · City of El Paso de Robles
    • E-waste is accepted at no charge at the landfill Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–3 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Residential Hazardous Waste Disposal (SLO County IWMA) (opens in new tab) · San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority
    • SLO County residents may drop off up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of hazardous waste per visit at no cost; HHW and e-waste are accepted for residential drop-off. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hazardous Waste: accepted waste streams (SLO County IWMA) (opens in new tab) · San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority
    • E-waste accepted at the HHW facilities includes TVs and small appliances such as microwaves; stoves, refrigerators and freezers are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
    • Microwave ovens are on CalRecycle's list of electronic devices not to throw in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
    • CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • DTSC: Certified Appliance Recycler (CAR) Program (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
    • Microwave ovens are major appliances under the special-handling rules. Checked October 26, 2026.

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