Computer Recycling in Tracy, CA

Laptops and desktop computers are taken free at Tracy's quarterly E-Waste events; the Tracy MRF charges $13.00 per computer.

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

6 ways to get rid of a computer in Tracy

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · TracyNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $85.00
How it works
Book online, set out your computer 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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City of Tracy quarterly free E-Waste eventsCity service · TracyFree
How it works
Free e-waste drop-off events held quarterly on the second Saturday of January, April, July and October, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., at Boyd Service Center, 520 Tracy Blvd, Gate #1; sponsored by the City, San Joaquin County and Onsite Electronics Recycling.
Cost & rules
- Quarterly on the second Saturday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Boyd Service Center, 520 Tracy Blvd, Gate #1. Over 20 devices: call (209) 234-7994 first.
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North County Recycling Center and Sanitary LandfillCounty service · San Joaquin CountyOpen to everyoneConditions applyFree
How it works
San Joaquin County site at 17720 E. Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95240 (unincorporated San Joaquin County). Hours: Monday–Sunday 7 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day).
Cost & rules
Fees
Additional e-waste unit $23.75
- No-charge limits require proof of San Joaquin County residency; no cash (cards or business checks).
- Computer monitors are named; ask about towers and laptops.
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Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer StationCounty service · San Joaquin CountyOpen to everyoneConditions applyFree
How it works
San Joaquin County site at 2323 E. Lovelace Road, Manteca, CA 95336 (unincorporated San Joaquin County). Hours: Monday–Sunday 7 a.m.–4 p.m. (closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Day).
Cost & rules
Fees
Additional e-waste unit $23.75
- No-charge limits require proof of San Joaquin County residency; no cash (cards or business checks).
- Computer monitors are named; ask about towers and laptops.
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California Covered Electronic Waste (CEW) Recycling ProgramState program · CaliforniaOpen to everyoneConditions applyFree
How it works
Statewide program under the Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003, run by CalRecycle with DTSC and CDTFA and funded by a recycling fee paid when buying covered devices. Approved collectors are paid to take covered video display devices (TVs, monitors, laptops, tablets and other screens over 4 inches) and, since Jan. 1, 2026, battery-embedded products. CalRecycle says Californians can recycle e-waste with an authorized collector at no charge; find one in the eRecycle directory.
Cost & rules
- Covered: laptops, tablets and computer monitors with screens over 4 inches. Desktop towers without a screen are not listed as covered video display devices.
- Use an authorized (approved) collector; it will ask your name and address to confirm the item came from California. Find one in CalRecycle's eRecycle directory.
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Tracy Material Recovery Facility & Solid Waste Transfer (public disposal)Pickup service · Tracy$13
How it works
Public disposal and materials processing facility at 30703 South MacArthur Drive, Tracy, CA 95377 (209-832-2355); open Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Per-item fees for appliances, tires and some e-waste; TVs and up to 6 mattresses/box springs a day at no charge. No hazardous waste.
Cost & rules
Fees
Computer $13
- Monitors are no charge (limit 5 per day).
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Additional e-waste unit	$23.75

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Additional e-waste unit	$23.75

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Computer	$13

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List each device and describe any damage to the operator.
Back up your files and erase the device using the maker’s instructions.
Ask whether documented data destruction is offered and what it costs.

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California rules

Laptops, computer CPUs and monitors are on CalRecycle's list of electronic devices not to put in the trash. Source: CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab)
Unwanted covered electronic devices are universal waste and may not go in household trash. Source: DTSC: Covered Electronic Devices (opens in new tab)

More California rules (8)

DTSC says e-waste (any unwanted electronic device or CRT) is a universal waste in California, a type of hazardous waste, and must go to an authorized e-waste handler, not household trash. Source: DTSC: Electronic Hazardous Waste (E-Waste) (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle's banned-from-trash list says not to throw electronic devices in the trash, including TVs, monitors, laptops, computer CPUs, printers, radios, microwave ovens, VCRs and phones. Source: CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
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. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Checked October 26, 2026

San Joaquin County: North County Recycling Center and Sanitary Landfill price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- E-waste (TVs, CRTs, computer monitors): residents up to four per trip at no charge; additional units $23.75 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional e-waste units are $23.75 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
San Joaquin County: Lovelace Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station price sheet (effective January 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · San Joaquin County Public Works, Solid Waste Division · effective January 1, 2026
- Proof of San Joaquin County residency is required for special waste at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- E-waste (TVs, CRTs, computer monitors): residents up to four per trip at no charge; additional units $23.75 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Additional e-waste units are $23.75 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
Public Disposal Pricing (opens in new tab) · Tracy Material Recovery Facility & Solid Waste Transfer
- Tracy MRF is at 30703 South MacArthur Drive, Tracy, CA 95377; facility hours Mon–Fri 8–4, Sat 8–3:30. Checked October 26, 2026.
- CRTs, TVs and monitors: no charge (limit 5 per day); DVD, VCR, computers and printers $13.00 each; microwaves $29.00 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
E-Waste Events (opens in new tab) · City of Tracy
- Free quarterly e-waste events on the second Saturday (2026: Jan 10, Apr 11, Jul 11, Oct 10), 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Boyd Service Center, 520 Tracy Blvd, Gate #1. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Events run 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at Boyd Service Center, 520 Tracy Blvd, Gate #1. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The free events are open to residents and local businesses. Checked October 26, 2026.
- More than 20 devices requires calling (209) 234-7994 in advance. Checked October 26, 2026.
Acceptable & Unacceptable Electronic Devices (PDF) (opens in new tab) · City of Tracy
- Acceptable items include CRT/LCD/plasma/LED televisions and monitors, laptop and desktop computers, printers and microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Thank You for Recycling Your Electronic Waste! (consumer flyer) (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle says Californians have many opportunities to recycle unwanted e-waste with an authorized collector at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Because the state pays collectors only for e-waste from California, collectors of TVs and monitors ask for your name and address. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Electronic Waste Management (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- The CEW Recycling Program, set up under the Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003, provides all Californians with convenient recycling for unwanted electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Covered Electronic Waste (CEW) Recycling Program (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- Covered electronic devices are video display devices with screens over four inches diagonally: CRT TVs and monitors; LCD/LED TVs, monitors, laptops, tablets, smart displays and portable DVD players; plasma TVs; and OLED TVs, monitors, laptops and tablets. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A covered electronic device is a video display device with a screen greater than four inches measured diagonally. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: SB 1215 Covered Battery-Embedded Products (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle points people to its eRecycle directory to find a local e-waste collector. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Covered Electronic Devices (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- Unwanted covered electronic devices are universal waste and may not go in household trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Electronic Hazardous Waste (E-Waste) (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- DTSC says e-waste (any unwanted electronic device or CRT) is a universal waste in California, a type of hazardous waste, and must go to an authorized e-waste handler, not household trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Waste Banned from the Trash (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle's banned-from-trash list says not to throw electronic devices in the trash, including TVs, monitors, laptops, computer CPUs, printers, radios, microwave ovens, VCRs and phones. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Laptops, computer CPUs and monitors are on CalRecycle's list of electronic devices not to put 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.

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