Business Computer and Electronics Recycling Pickup in the San Francisco Bay Area
Since 2005, we’ve serviced 73,541 business customers and recycled over 33,011,888 pounds of electronics.
Recycle your computers, laptops, and e-waste responsibly with GreenCitizen’s free business pickup service. Schedule a hassle-free e-waste pickup now to clear your facility’s office space, IT room, or data center.
We are open from Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
(Closed on Major Holidays)
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Acceptable & Non-Acceptable Items for Recycling Pickup
Accepted
Laptops
Desktops
Servers
Monitors/ TVs
Networking Equipment
Tablets/ Smartphones
Computer Components (Hard Drives, Circuit Boards, Keyboards, etc.)
Office Electronics (Printers, Fax Machines, Paper Shredders, etc.)
Kitchen Appliances (Toasters, Blenders, Microwaves, etc.)
Stereo Equipment (DVD Players, VCRs, Receivers, etc.)
Styrofoam (#6 Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) ONLY)
Console Video Games (Xbox, PS3, Wii, etc.)
CD/DVDs
Cables/Cords
Toner/ Ink Cartridges
Not Accepted
Bottles/ Cans
Furniture
Polyurethane
Large Appliances (Stoves, Washers, Dryers)
Non-Rechargeable Batteries (Alkaline, Carbon Zinc, Disposable Batteries)
Light Bulbs (Incandescent and Fluorescent Bulbs)
Items containing liquid mercury (Thermometers and Thermostats)
Smoke Detectors
Styrofoam #4 Low-Density Polyethylene foam (LDPE/PELD)
Hazardous Waste (Paint, Motor Oil, Sharps, Bio Hazardous Waste)
Medical Electronics (Bodily contact devices such as Glucose Sensors)
UPS Batteries
The fellows who picked up our items were super nice and did a fantastic and neat job getting everything into one box. They do good work! It was a pleasure dealing with everyone in the office, too.
Everything went very smoothly. We got the heads up call as requested and the 2 gentlemen that came out didn’t require any additional assistance from us which is a huge deal as we are constantly busy here. Very professional and we’ll be calling you again when we have some more recycling that needs to be done.
Yes, the pickup went well. The guys were very nice and I’m very glad to have gotten rid of all that stuff. Thanks!
Note: All items must be at ground level or accessible by an elevator.
Thank you for completing the first step!
Please let us know what quantity and items you would like to recycle so we can reserve enough space on our truck.
FREE Data Erasure With a Certificate When You Recycle 2021/Newer Working Computers
(Applicable for all Apple and non-Apple computers)
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Business Pickup Intake Form
Note: All items must be at ground level or accessible by an elevator.
Organization Name*
Full Name*
Title*
Email*
Phone Number*
(Cell phone number preferred
for receiving an ETA text message.)
Pickup Address*
Preferred Pickup Date
Pickup Instruction
Authorization Approved By
Billing Information*
Attention To*
(For Billing Contact)
Billing Email*
Billing Phone Number*
(Cell phone number preferred
for receiving an ETA text message.)
Billing Address*
1 Qualifying Item for a FREE Pickup and FREE Data Erasure with Certificate:
Laptops/ Desktops (2021 or newer) in Working Condition (Power ON and Functioning)
IMPORTANT!
ALL Macbook EFi, Device Enrollment Program, and Remote Management Locks Must Be Removed to Qualified for Recycling Pickups
Data Erasure (Free) *
Physical Drive Destruction ($20 /device)
Detailed Description
* if device cannot successfully be erased to security standards, items will be upgraded to physical device destruction at no additional charge.
IMPORTANT!
ALL Macbook EFi, Device Enrollment Program, and Remote Management Locks Must Be Removed to Qualified for Recycling Pickups
None, just recycle
Large quantity discount to be quoted
Physical Drive Destruction ($20 /device)
Large quantity discount to be quoted
* if device cannot successfully be erased to security standards, items will be upgraded to physical device destruction at no additional charge.
Non Qualifying Items (Office Equipment and Appliances)
Additional Data and Product Destruction Services
select an option
* if device cannot successfully be erased to security standards, items will be upgraded to physical device destruction at no additional charge.
* A certificate of physical destruction will be provided.
Certified Reports
* You will receive a report of all tracked items from your pickup, detailing any data or physical destruction services for pertient items including hard drives and tape based media.
ITAD
Please describe misc. Items here (ex: printers under 100 lbs, bankers boxes of cables, etc.)
Note: Once you submit this form, we will store your items data in database.
You will not lose any data submitting on this page.
There are known issues in using the Internet Explorer browser when submitting a pickup request on our website. If an error occurs, please try submitting your pickup request using Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge browsers.
Alternatively, email us at pickup@greencitizen.com or call us at 650 493 8700 x 103 to schedule. If you face any issues with the desktop app please submit via Point And Shoot Mobile App.
What is GreenCitizen’s Business Recycling Pickup?
GreenCitizen provides secure business computer and electronics recycling pickups across the San Francisco Bay Area, with item-level tracking through our proprietary GTAMS (GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System). Certificates and reporting are available for data services and tracked assets. We ensure that nothing ends up overseas or in a landfill.
We destroy data and physical devices only using methods approved by DoD 5220.22-M and NIST SP 800-88 Rev.1. For organizations requiring an enterprise disposition program, we offer specialized ITAD services.
Free pickup is available when your inventory includes a minimum of 5 qualifying items (combined) such as laptops, desktops, servers, enterprise networking equipment, LCD/CRT monitors, and phones/tablets (4” or larger).
How To Qualify For Free Business Recycling Pickup In The Bay Area
To receive a $0-cost pickup, your request must meet these criteria:
- Qualifying Inventory: Your inventory includes five qualifying items (listed below).
- Service Area: We provide business pickups within a 35-mile radius of our Burlingame Eco-Center (covering San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, and the Peninsula).
- Accessibility: Items must be at ground level, at a commercial loading dock, or accessible by elevator.
Not Eligible For Standard Pickup: Non-IT hazardous materials (e.g., lightbulbs, loose batteries). and large appliances are not accepted.
Qualifying Items for a Free Business Recycling Pickup
To qualify for free pickup, your inventory must include a minimum of 5 qualifying items (combined) from the following categories:
- Computers & IT: Laptops, desktops, servers
- Enterprise Networking: Switches, routers, firewalls
- Displays: LCD monitors, all-in-one PCs, TVs
- Legacy Displays: CRT monitors, CRT all-in-one PCs, CRT TVs
- Mobile Devices: Phones or tablets (4 inches or larger)
Note: Physical destruction of mobile devices (phones or tablets) cost $35/device.
Secure Data Destruction Options
- Software-Based Data Sanitization: Secure erasure for functional drives ($5/device)
- Physical Destruction: Hard drive/media destruction for maximum security ($20/device) and a Certificate of Destruction for your audit trail
Beyond Disposal: The GTAMS Chain Of Custody
Most recycling programs provide limited visibility after pickup. GreenCitizen adds item-level tracking through our proprietary GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System (GTAMS), creating clear documentation from pickup through processing.
Item-Level Serialization And Chain Of Custody
We don’t just weigh pallets. Qualifying systems (for example, laptops, desktops, and servers) are scanned into GTAMS at pickup to create a digital chain of custody from your loading dock to our processing facility.
Note: Individual hard drives and storage media can be serialized and tracked as an additional service.
Audit-Ready ESG And Sustainability Reporting
GTAMS can generate reporting that helps support internal and external sustainability requirements, including:
- Total weight diverted from landfills
- Estimated greenhouse gas impact (GHG) for sustainability reporting
- Material recovery breakdown (for example, metals, plastics, and glass)
Compliance Note: If you need documentation for annual sustainability reporting or ESG audits, GTAMS reporting helps turn e-waste handling into a verifiable record.
How The Business Recycling Pickup Works
1. Schedule And Scope
Submit your pickup request online. We review your inventory volume, device types, and access requirements to confirm whether your request qualifies for free pickup or requires a standard pickup fee. You’ll receive a clear cost estimate before we schedule your pickup.
2. Collection And Total Accountability
Our team collects your equipment using documented handling procedures. Tracked assets can be logged into GTAMS (GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System) to support item-level accountability from pickup through processing.
3. Processing And Documentation
At our facility, equipment is processed for responsible recycling. Devices selected for data services undergo sanitization or physical destruction using methods approved by DoD and NIST. After processing, you’ll receive standard documentation confirming the completion of these services.
Optional: Detailed certified reporting (including serial numbers and weight data) is available for an additional $5/device.
Why Choose GreenCitizen
| Feature | GreenCitizen Business Recycling Pickup | Typical Recycling Pickup Programs* |
|---|---|---|
| Item-Level Tracking | GTAMS Serialization (Tracks specific assets/serial numbers) | Batch/Weight Only |
| Chain Of Custody | Digital & End-to-End (Documented via GTAMS) | Variable/Opaque |
| Data Security Options | Certified data sanitization and physical destruction | Optional, limited, or handled through third parties |
| Standards Alignment | DoD 5220.22-M & NIST SP 800-88 (Aligned for high-security compliance) | Unspecified (Specific standards often not guaranteed) |
| Certificates | Included (Data erasure & destruction documentation) | Inconsistent (May not be provided automatically) |
| Audit-Ready Reporting | Detailed Serialized Report (Available for $5/device) | Generic Invoice (Rarely includes serial numbers) |
| ESG / Sustainability Metrics | Sustainability Documentation (Supports Scope 3, GHG/Carbon reporting) | None (Usually requires separate 3rd party audit |
| Qualification For $0 Pickup | Free w/ Qualifying Inventory (Laptops, Computers, Servers, LCDs, etc.) | Varies (Hidden fees often apply) |
| Service Area | Entire San Francisco Bay Area | Varies |
*Capabilities vary by provider. Confirm chain-of-custody, data services, documentation, and downstream handling in writing.
Which Cities Does GreenCitizen Serve?
We provide business recycling pickups within a 35-mile radius of our Burlingame Eco-Center, covering San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, and the Peninsula.
We actively service businesses in the following communities:
- Alameda
- Albany
- Atherton
- Belmont
- Berkeley
- Brisbane
- Burlingame
- Campbell
- Colma
- Concord
- Corte Madera
- Cupertino
- Daly City
- Danville
- Dublin
- East Palo Alto
- El Cerrito
- El Sobrante
- Emeryville
- Foster City
- Fremont
- Half Moon Bay
- Hayward
- Hercules
- Hillsborough
- Kensington
- Larkspur
- Livermore
- Los Altos
- Los Altos Hills
- Los Gatos
- Menlo Park
- Mill Valley
- Millbrae
- Milpitas
- Montara
- Moss Beach
- Morgan Hill
- Mountain View
- Newark
- Oakland
- Pacifica
- Palo Alto
- Piedmont
- Pinole
- Pleasanton
- Pleasant Hill
- Redwood City
- Richmond
- San Anselmo
- San Bruno
- San Carlos
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- San Lorenzo
- San Leandro
- San Mateo
- San Ramon
- San Rafael
- Santa Clara
- Saratoga
- Sausalito
- South San Francisco
- Stanford
- Sunnyvale
- Tiburon
- Union City
- Walnut Creek
- Woodside
FAQ
The pickup fee is waived if your inventory includes at least 5 qualifying items (combined total): Laptops, Desktops, Servers, Enterprise Networking gear (Switches/Routers), or LCD/LED Monitors. If your inventory only consists of non-qualifying items (e.g., printers, cables, consumer electronics), we can still provide a pickup for a standard logistics fee.
A Detailed Certified Report is available for an additional $5/device. This is recommended for compliance audits.
Yes. We can provide a COI for commercial building pickups. Share your property manager’s COI requirements when scheduling so we can issue it correctly.
Most Bay Area pickups are scheduled within four hours to one business day of form submission, depending on availability and inventory scope.
Business pickups are available in the San Francisco Bay Area. Outside the Bay Area, you can use Mail-In Electronics Recycling.
Have items staged at ground level/loading dock or elevator-accessible. Include counts and device types in your request so we can confirm vehicle space and handling requirements.
Yes, please remove BIOS/EFI and management locks such as DEP/MDM/Remote Management, and Apple Accounts, before pickup to qualify for data sanitization services. Items with these types of locks can still be picked up, but will not count toward items qualifying for a free pickup.
If a device can’t be erased to security standards, it will be upgraded to physical device destruction at no additional charge.
Yes, as long as items are at ground level, at a commercial loading dock, or accessible by elevator.
Yes. We accept servers and enterprise networking equipment, including Cisco switches.
No. We cannot accept loose batteries that are not installed in electronics due to hazards associated with handling and storage.
We can currently accept only Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) UPS, but not lithium ones.
No. We do not accept single-use alkaline batteries or non-rechargeable electronic batteries such as carbon-zinc and zinc-air disposable batteries.
No. We do not accept light bulbs or items containing liquid mercury (for example, thermometers and thermostats).
We do not accept smoke detectors that contain americium-241.
No. We do not accept hazardous waste such as paint, motor oil, sharps, or biohazardous waste.
No. We do not accept any medical electronics.
No. We do not accept furniture (for example, chairs and couches) or large appliances such as stoves, washers, and dryers.
We accept #6 EPS but do not accept Styrofoam #4 low-density polyethylene foam (LDPE/PELD).
Important: Need To Recycle Items We Don’t Accept?
For materials outside our acceptance list (such as household batteries, paint, or hazardous materials), please visit our Green Directory to find a verified local recycler or drop-off location near you.