Electronic Recycling in San Diego, CA
SES Secure E-Waste Solutions has recycled electronics in San Diego since 2014. You can drop off e-waste at our facility at 8810 Rehco Rd, Suite C, or schedule a pickup for your business, school or agency anywhere in San Diego County. Every load is handled with chain-of-custody records, and data-bearing devices can be wiped or destroyed before recycling.
Drop Off or Schedule a Pickup
Households and businesses can bring electronics to our San Diego facility during drop-off hours, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:30 PM. For larger loads, office cleanouts and recurring needs, we schedule pickups across San Diego County, and curbside pickup is available. Pickup and assessment are free; we confirm scope, logistics and the documentation you need before pickup day.
- One-time cleanouts, office moves and recurring scheduled pickups
- Inventory and asset documentation for business equipment
- Secure data destruction when required, with a certificate of destruction
- Recycling through vetted downstream partners, with environmental reporting available
What We Accept
- Computers
- Desktops, laptops, servers, workstations, monitors, keyboards, mice and accessories
- Mobile devices
- Smartphones, tablets, cell phones, GPS units and portable electronics
- Office equipment
- Printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines, phone systems and audio/visual equipment
- Networking
- Routers, switches, modems, hubs, cabling and UPS battery backup units
- Batteries
- Alkaline, lithium-ion, NiCd, NiMH, lead-acid and UPS batteries
- Storage media
- Hard drives, SSDs, data tapes, CDs, DVDs and flash drives
See the full list on our electronic recycling and battery recycling pages.
Data Destruction Options in San Diego
- Hard drive shredding for HDDs, SSDs and other storage media, with video documentation.
- On-site data destruction when drives cannot leave your building; our mobile unit destroys them under your supervision.
- NIST 800-88 data wiping for equipment that will be reused or remarketed.
- ITAR data destruction for defense contractors and controlled items.
Neighborhoods We Serve
Pickups run across the city, including La Jolla, Sorrento Valley, Mira Mesa and Kearny Mesa, and throughout the county. Outside the city? See our pages for Escondido, Chula Vista and Encinitas.
San Diego Electronic Recycling FAQ
Where can I drop off electronics for recycling in San Diego?
SES accepts drop-offs at 8810 Rehco Rd, Suite C, San Diego, CA 92121. Drop-off hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–2:30 PM. Call (858) 909-0802 if you are unsure whether an item is accepted.
Do you offer e-waste pickup in San Diego?
Yes. SES Recycling coordinates secure pickup across San Diego for businesses and organizations, including scheduled recurring pickups and one-time projects. Pickup and assessment are free.
What kinds of electronics do you accept?
Computers, servers, monitors, phones and tablets, printers and copiers, networking gear, UPS units, batteries and storage media. If you have a specific item list, contact us to confirm handling requirements.
Can you destroy hard drives before the equipment is recycled?
Yes. SES offers hard drive shredding, SSD and tape destruction, NIST 800-88 data wiping for equipment that will be reused, and on-site data destruction at your location. A certificate of destruction is provided.
Is SES a registered e-waste recycler?
SES lists CEWID# 116118 and EPA# CAL000407390 and operates in compliance with DTSC and EPA regulations. SES is also ITAR registered for controlled items.
Do you serve all of San Diego County?
Yes. We serve organizations throughout San Diego County and can coordinate larger multi-site or enterprise projects across Southern California.