What clients say about EL DORADO RECOVERY in Placerville (CA)
It's a dump, but that's why you go there. The staff are pleasant, they service the line to let you in as fast as they can. Be aware they are only open 8-5pm. They used to have longer hours and the line gets really long after lunch. A recent remodel means the lines have moved, pay attention to the signs.
The fees are reasonable and the staff is polite and helpful. We showed up with a truck load of trash and recyclables. The attendant guided us where to deposit each type of waste. The yard was laid out well so we were in and out in no time.
40 minute wait for haz mat with 3 gallons of paint and a battery charger. Usually in and out at this transfer station. Very disappointed in this haz mat process. 10 cars in line. 2 cars only go through every 15 minutes
Makes me wonder….
Process needs work management!!!
This facility doesn't mind if you get there right before closing, the staff treats you as if you had gotten there at 8am. They never rush you and they are always helpful with a smile on their faces!
This dump/transfer station is incredibly overpriced. Unlike most dumps that charge by weight, they only use their scale for concrete and shingles. For everything else, they come out with a tape measure and essentially guess the weight, which feels completely arbitrary and unfair.
If you’re looking to save money and avoid the hassle, I highly recommend going to Kiefer Landfill instead. They charge by weight and are much more reasonable. Avoid this place if you can!
No hours posted at facility or online to find out when hazardous waste is acceptable to bring. Have to wait half an hour through same line as garbage dumpers to find out they won’t take it except Friday through Sunday. PUT UP SOME SIGNS! Why make it so difficult to get rid of hazardous waste
We found this facility to be very clean but directions were a bit confusing and chaotic. Most of the staff was kind of rude and unfriendly with the exception of Joe who was working in haz mat. He was very kind and explained the process to me very patiently. I appreciated him very much.
Pick up bed full of green waste; called it 2 yards, 42.00 $!!! The bed wasn't even full.
Way too expensive for a bunch of dead twigs and leaves ! Understand now why people are dumping on the back roads. NOT impressed with dump or attitude of the gatekeeper.
Worst dump I've ever been to in all of California, extremely long wait times, rude staff, Everytime I go I always see many workers standing around chit chatting instead of working while we wait over an hour on average to dump our trash. Not to mention the outrageous fees this dump charges compared to every other dump facility. Overall I would rate it 0/5 stars if I could. Awful place
Would give zero stars if I could! Been there
3 times with the same lady and every time I am told a new price. Same truck and trailer each time. First time was $289. Second time was $22 and today was $89. The older woman must not know how to measure the same truck and trailer for three very drastically different prices.
Make sure you follow the cones and the posted signs, typically there is a line there and it may be a little bit of a wait. At the end of the day you are able to throw away all your unwanted trash that doesn’t fit in your trash can. Because of the large amount of people that come here they typically have to clear the bays of waste every once and awhile. This can add more time to the wait. I suggest dedicating an hour or two when going.
They recycle fire extinguishers for free.
Showed up today about 3pm and was told I couldn't get rid of my gallon container of bad diesel fuel, unless it's Fri, Sat, Sun, this despite their accepting trucks and people hauling trailers of waste. Calling them is useless as I did everything to avoid wasting my time and money only to be turned away.
This dump is just about the most inefficient place I've ever been. Ever since the remodel it is sooo slow!! If you're coming here, may as well pack a lunch because you're gonna be here for a while! Use to be fast and efficient but those days are gone.
Staff was not on the same page. Every load I've dumped there I have gotten flats. . Today it took me 2 hours to get rid of 3 paint cans. Most expensive unorganized dump.
I would give it one star on price alone but the workers are quite nice so I gave them two. I had a 6' × 10' × 2.75' and it cost me $122! I was stunned. Its no wonder people are dumping their garbage on county roads. Something needs to be done to make it more affordable. Im living on social security, trying to clean up a mess my ex husband left me with and cannot afford these rates. I got there at 10:30 on a Tuesday morning and ended up having to wait 45 minutes before unloading. When I left around noon there was at least 25 cars waiting in line. There are 8 bays for unloading but they are set up as two bays per post, and small enough to be a tight fit for two vehicles. Then have people trying to back a trailer in and often only one car per bay can unload making for a long wait. The place is kept pretty clean for what it is but the county needs to step in to make it more affordable.
Awesome! My husband passed last month, leaving alot to be cleaned up, and I was unfamiliar with how the dump worked. The employees were great! Our dog usually went to the dump with my husband and started having a fit once we got there. The girls at the front had treats for him. I have a lot more clean-up in the Spring, and will be completely comfortable going. Thank you for making this an easy chore, and for being so friendly!
Went 2 days in a row. Sign indicates Green Waste is $13.99. Shows pictures of different size trucks, trailers. Yesterday we were charged $20.36 for a truckload. Today...SAME SIZE LOAD... we were charged $25.82. I questioned it and the reply was
"I was not here yesterday". Shouldn't matter who it is in the booth. The charge should be the SAME when you are disposing the same thing, same size load instead of charging whatever they feel like charging.
Was so much fun!!! I showed up, nice lady took my money, another dude told me which lane to park in.. then after I parked I had the honor of throwing all my garbage on the ground for someone else to deal with. Only lost 1 bag on the way to town too! I did go back and pick it up though. Cover your load, Nah. Can't wait to go back. 😩
They wanted to charge 82$ for 2 couches and a chair, ridiculous! Went out of town to dispose of them for much cheaper. He just looked at the load and guesstimated square yards. Other places weigh in and go by that or have set prices for furniture. Useless service, very dissatisfied
To exit the facility folks have to drive over broken glass, nails and screws. When asked if they will sweep worker says they do occasionally. Check your tires after exiting. Picked up a 2” Screw in my left rear tire of truck after exiting slow and trying to avoid debris. Had to have tire removed from rim and patched.
Sweeping job is poor. Sweeper Doesn’t remove all debris just spreads it around.
Affordable. Friendly enough staff. Easy dumpage. Great for a first dirst date! Wanna leave an I'm impression? Bring her back for a second! Dump trailer and handicap accessible. Better than a second hand store.
Always an easy in and out, sometimes the line is long but if you get there before they open it is generally pretty quick. They are pretty good at keeping nails/screws cleaned up.
Staff are helpful. The only issue is that there is almost always a line of cars waiting to get in, which is understandable: they can’t let everyone in at once otherwise not enough room to park the car before unloading. They accept lithium ion batteries, paint, and etc.
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