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Recology San Mateo County
Transfer stationSan Carlos, San Mateo County, California
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8:30am–4pm (from map data, may be outdated)
- Fees
- Fees apply
- Payment
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- Accepts
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- Who can use it
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- Phone
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- Address
- 225 Shoreway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070
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About this transfer station
Recology San Mateo County is a transfer station in San Carlos, San Mateo County, California. At a transfer station you drop off your trash and bulky items; the waste is then consolidated and trucked to a landfill. Transfer stations are usually closer to town than a landfill and are often the easier place to unload a pickup or trailer.
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Before you haul a load here
- Secure and cover your load. Most facilities charge extra or turn away untarped loads.
- Separate items. Keep tires, appliances, mattresses, electronics and yard waste apart from household trash — they're usually charged or unloaded separately.
- Bring ID and payment. Many public sites check residency, and some take cash or check only.
- Leave hazardous waste at home. Paint, chemicals, batteries, propane tanks and motor oil go to household hazardous waste drop-offs, not the regular tipping floor.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the hours at Recology San Mateo County?
Posted hours are Mon–Sat 8:30am–4pm. Hours change around holidays and bad weather, so call ahead before you load up.
How much does it cost to dump at Recology San Mateo County?
Most transfer stations charge by weight at the scale house, with a minimum charge for small loads, and add separate fees for tires, appliances with refrigerant, and mattresses. We have not verified this location's rates — ask when you call.
Can I use Recology San Mateo County if I don't live in San Mateo County?
Privately run facilities usually accept anyone who pays the gate fee, but some only take commercial haulers. Confirm by phone that they accept public self-haul.
What is the closest other dump to Recology San Mateo County?
The nearest other facility in our directory is Ox Mountain SLF (landfill), about 8.5 miles away in San Mateo County, CA.
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Nearest other dumps and transfer stations
| Facility | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ox Mountain SLF San Mateo County, CA | Landfill | 8.5 mi |
| Zanker Road (Nine Par) SLF Santa Clara County, CA | Landfill | 17.5 mi |
| Newby Island SLF Phases I, II, & III Santa Clara County, CA | Landfill | 17.9 mi |
| Arrow Recovery Group Santa Clara County, CA | Transfer station | 17.9 mi |
| Pescadero Transfer Station San Mateo County, CA | Transfer station | 20.7 mi |
| Berkeley Transfer Station Alameda County, CA | Transfer station | 25.2 mi |