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In Apple Valley, CA, M.R. Recycling Center scores 87/100: reviews skew highly positive about friendly, helpful staff, fast lines, and a clean lot. Many cite fair or strong payouts and convenience (open to 5), plus a handy steel drop bin and a wide mix accepted. Pricing feedback is mixed—some report top rates, others say TVs, wire, or certain items pay little and that they don’t pay beyond aluminum (per some reviewers); some large #5 plastics are refused. Waits are usually short, though the pay window can lag during calls; a few note rude interactions. Overall service is strong despite pricing inconsistency.
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21852 Bear Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA, United States
What clients say about M.R. Recycling Center in Apple Valley (CA)
I have recycled plastic, aluminum, glass, and e-waste here. Decent rates, but not sure how they compare to other places. 4 stars because they don't pay you for any metals beyond aluminum, which is counterintuitive to the name of the location. Also, they don't recycle large plastic items like laundry baskets, and the staff doesn't know why. If they accept food containers #5, why not a laundry basket #5? Overall, convenient location and nice staff. I got $35 for the items in the pic.
Absolutely disrespectful. Called in for a price on communication wire. The man huffed and asked how much did other places offer me and said that depends on how much you're bringing in. I responded by stating that's a weird way to answer the question, don't you guys have that written down? He responded angerly by saying $0.20 per pound because they don't want people bringing in 10 lbs and as I was trying to say what I have he was just loudly talking over me. Absolutely rude and unprofessional, wish I could give a lower score.
Edit: just called A-1 Hesperia and they offered $1.13 a pound, food for thought for anyone looking to scrap at this place.
Friendly
They have a metal bin for anyone that needs to get rid of unwanted steel . No fee for leaving your items and there is no $$ in your pocket. Just very convenient to be able to rid metal locally.
The best place ever. I love the family that owns this place. I love the doggies they have running around there sometimes. Just an overall good environment. Thx for everything guys :)
Great customer service! They weren't very busy, but even so, Rachel went above and beyond. She came over and helped me fill my recycling containers (I filled about 7). Then she helped me take them to be weighed. I am handicapped, but she didn't know that until I started to walk! Don't know about the prices, I don't compare. They're just the closest, but seem fair.
OK place to recycle at . Prices seem fair enough compared to the other recycle center I frequent because its close to home. Recycle lines moves fast but took forever at the window because the office lady was busy on a phone call hopefully it was about business.
Have been going to this recycling center for 9 plus years. I've never had any problems with the service. And from what I can tell the prices they are paying are on par with the other recycling centers in the area
I usually arrive at a time when not to busy,workers very helpful , I've been to quite a few and sure I pass a few but still keep coming here , atmosphere feels comfortable
Great business and even better employees! This is my new go to recycling center! I didn't get his name, but the tall kid with freckles and red hair is top notch!!!
Best workers in the HD! Always helpful and kind. Very accommodating to all needs. Great redemption prices and not to mention the diversity of items we can turn in for $$ they have taken care of us since day one and it has been 6 years as their loyal costumers!! I am happy to have Metal Recovery as our go to. Truly, they are like family. :)
My absolute favorite recycling center. They are extremely helpful and they accept competitor coupons. Super professional staff and very clean.....Well for a recycling center
13450 Nomwaket Rd, Apple Valley, CAWaste management service
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