Capital City Recycling

Recycling Center in Sacramento, California

📍 Inc., 3185 Longview Dr Unit C, Sacramento, CA 95821
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About This Location

Capital City Recycling in Sacramento is a drive-through indoor public recycling center buying CRV beverage containers, ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals, electronics, and auto parts — one of the few facilities in the Sacramento region with a fully enclosed drive-thru lane.

What this location Accepts

✓ CRV aluminum, glass, and plastic beverage containers (5¢ / 10¢ per container)
✓ Ferrous metals – steel, iron, sheet metal, stainless steel
✓ Copper – wire, tubing, plumbing, electric motors, radiators
✓ Brass – plumbing fixtures, door hardware, ammunition casings, musical instruments
✓ Aluminum – auto components, foil, window frames, patio furniture, appliances
✓ CRT, LCD, and Plasma TVs and monitors
✓ Lead-acid car batteries
✓ Cell phone batteries
✓ Auto parts
✓ Punctured propane tanks and compressors (must have min. 3-inch x 3-inch hole)
✓ Beer kegs (with letter from brewery)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Glass · Plastic

What they do not accept

✕ Cardboard, paper, or any type of cardboard boxes
✕ Household alkaline batteries
✕ Appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers)
✕ Projection TVs
✕ Whole automobiles
✕ Tires
✕ Trash or organic waste
✕ Hazardous materials or liquids
✕ Catalytic converters
✕ Railroad ties (unless with Union Pacific authorization)

Access & restrictions

Drive-through ONLY. Walk-in and bicycle traffic not permitted.

Programs & events

  • California CRV Redemption

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Capital City Recycling accept walk-in customers on foot or by bicycle?

No. This is a drive-through indoor facility only. You must arrive by car or truck. Pedestrian and bicycle access is not permitted for safety reasons.

What ID do I need to sell scrap metal here?

California law requires a valid, unexpired state-issued driver's license or California ID for all metal sale transactions. You will also need to provide your vehicle plate number, a thumbprint, and allow a photograph or video per California Business and Professions Code 21606.

Can I drop off a CRT or flat-panel TV?

Yes — Capital City Recycling accepts CRT, LCD, and Plasma TVs and monitors. Projection TVs are not accepted. This is one of the few Sacramento-area public recycling centers that takes televisions.

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Contact & Location

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Inc., 3185 Longview Dr Unit C, Sacramento, CA 95821
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City / State
Sacramento, California

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

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