What clients say about Altadena Recycling Center in Altadena (CA)
The music is playing. The workers are sitting, playing games on their phones. The line is backed up into the alley and down the street. They seem oblivious to the chaos!
They made us wait while they laughed at us.
When we asked them they said that they did not know when they were going back to work. It was way past their lunch time.
It’s the lack of professionalism and rude attitude that makes your blood boil.
The owners of this establishment need to pay more attention to their business.
*SCAMMERS*
Came here on a Saturday and was cheated $45 worth of recycles. Go to S&L Recycles in highland park, the most trustworthy people and clean environment. The guys here in Altadena take breaks and are running around wasting time. Save your time and get your moneys worth elsewhere.
Take a pen and note pad, write down the weight you see as they weight it! I went in today and they marked my stuff down by 10 lbs on my aluminum and 10 lbs on my plastic but dumb, me, I didnt notice until i went over the receipt a couple hrs later. Also, dont sign the receipt until looking it over and compare your notes to their marked weight. They shortend my weight on my first time going there, shame on me for not checking and unfortunately, its too close to my house to not use their services but the workers on this particular morning stole about $20 from me today. Be cautious and take notes!
This place always seems to be busy with cars lining up out of the parking lot. You park you get out & go up to the front of the line & grab as many trash cans you think you will need to separate your aluminum, plastic & glass. Then you wait in line to go up front for one of the employees to weigh your trash can & then the guy in the booth will give you a receipt with all your recyclables itemized with details & also the cash then you go about your merry way.
This is by far the best recycling center I have been to. They pay your for all of your items. Unlike other places I have been that don't pay you for your milk bottles & bigger glass jars.
If your looking for a recycling center that caters to your every need this is not the place for you. If you want a quick to the point experience this is your place. Be prepared to for lines but know that they get customers in and out quickly.
Made everyone wait over an hour with no explanation. Didn't payout much, I get alot more at other recycling centers. One of there employees was looking at me like he wanted to fight me for some reason. Not recommended.
Workers were very helpful in hustling me through there very quickly because they were about to close for lunch (their lunch is 1:00–1:30 p.m. ). Had cash in my hands literally in only seconds. Note that they are located in the alley behind the buildings on Lincoln Ave. There is no formal parking area but people were pulling into the driveway apron to unload. Very happy with the results.
Two really bad experiences and enough.last experience;for some reason I was told to park across street (24 hrs.fitness parking struture)and carry all bottles to them.when there was not one client at the location.very rude personal.i will never go back again.
Overall pretty good, however they do not have enough workers to handle the volume of people recycling. This maybe because of Covid-19, however had some issues in the past. The staff are quick helpful and polite, along with keeping the peace, but need more support.
I just showed up with 55lbs of plastic bottles and cans. The gentlemen working here were very helpful and nice. They were very efficient and polite in answering my questions. They were this way with everyone, male and female, black, Latina and white. Definitely a pleasant experience. Though, I am not planning to let this much recycling stack up in my garage again!
I been here for like 3 solid years, today was the worst ever I always take the same amount of plastic 5 bags that’s all that fits in my car .
40-43$
Today 35$ so mind blown ain’t going back .
The guerro is gone he was the only friendly face there as well.
If you dont speak Spanish they are very rude just from asking simple questions. I have came here multiple times and even when they get new people it's always the same very rude I have even called company to make complaint still nothing changes
The guy that runs the place is a very rude person! Every time I go he’s always upset and not a very nice person! This morning I go as usual he’s mad tells me every time I come he has to separate my recyclables! I told him you have me mixed up with someone else! Keep in mind I only go once a month! No good costomer service! If he doesn’t like his job find a new one! The times i have went they are always running out of money or the don’t take glass! NOT EVER GOING BACK!!
They work fast, were helpful, got in/out quickly along with other customers. WAY better than the (now closed) Replanet recycling place at Ralphs/Pasadena
I can honestly say that i am really enjoying this place. I always go 1 hour before lunch or 1 hour before they close. Perfect! They are so helpful. And FAST! I wish i came much sooner. My new spot.
I truly recommend this place, stop by and give it a try.
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Bait and switch. I called ahead and was told they give crv. They weighed my stuff and threw it in the pile for scrap before I knew what was going on. When I asked about crv they said 'oh you wanted to do it that way?' of course, I don't want to get half the advertised price. Will never go back.
They not only not give you what other recycling places pay you but they take forever and have the nerve to ask for a tip. Yeah here's a tip, PAY THE GOING RATE AND QUIT RIPPING US OFF!
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