Vacuum Cleaners

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Recycle with E-Waste

An estimated 50 million tons of E-Waste is produced each year! It is illegal to dispose of these materials in our landfills, or our trash cans. Examples of -waste includes televisions, computers, printers, fax machines, cell phones, and tablets.

Please help the City of Oceanside recycle Electronic Waste. It is easy with the following enhanced services:

  • Schedule a Curbside Pick-up: Residents can schedule curbside collection of up to five e-waste items three times annually. To schedule a free e-waste pick up, call Waste Management’s Customer Service line at least 24 hours in advance of your pick up day. Call (760) 439-2824.
  • E-waste may also be dropped off at Waste Management’s buyback center at 2880 Industry Street, Tuesday through Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm (closed 12:00 pm – 12:40 pm for lunch) at no charge. Proof of Oceanside residency is required.
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Never Throw in the Garbage

Small appliances and other electronics contain hazardous materials. Don’t throw them away because they can leach toxic chemicals into the environment.

Alternative Ways to Recycle

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Best Buy's Electronics and Appliances Recycling Program

Best Buy will take back vacuums, fans and other home electronics for free. They also offer a buyback program for more desired electronics. They accept up to three items per day from each household. Find a location here.

Ways to Reduce

Invest in a Durable Vacuum

Do some research and invest in a vacuum cleaner model that is built to last. A quality vacuum will last longer, require less maintenance and fewer repairs, and work more efficiently.

Go Bagless

When it’s time for a new vacuum cleaner, switch to a bagless vacuum. They are easy to empty and you will create less waste in the long run.

Buy Secondhand

Buying a used vacuum cleaner is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. You can find lightly used vacuum cleaners at thrift shops or online marketplaces.

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Repair Your Vacuum

When your vacuum cleaner stops working, that doesn’t usually mean it’s the end of its life. If you have time, consider a DIY repair (with some research) or take it to a specialist to restore it to working condition.

Ways to Reuse

Sell or Donate to a Thrift Store

If your vacuum cleaner is still in usable condition, consider selling it to a community member on a platform such as Nextdoor, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace, or drop it off at a thrift store that accepts them.