♻️ Easy Drop-Offs & Fast Payouts

Bottle Recycling in Citrus Heights, CA

Green glass bottle accepted for recycling at Ivan’s Recycling
Aluminum can accepted for recycling at Ivan’s Recycling
Plastic bottle accepted for recycling at Ivan’s Recycling
💰 Why Recycle With Ivan’s
Fast drop-off process

Our streamlined system lets you unload and recycle your bottles and cans quickly.

Competitive CRV refund rates

On Tuesdays, we offer $0.10 more per pound for aluminum cans.

Friendly local service

Recycling made personal. Our friendly team is here to help you every step of the way with a smile.

Our Pricing

California Recycling Program Rates Recycling Centers (RC)

Material Type
Refund value per segregated pound
WDS-Multi-Layer Pouch"
$
8.25
#6 PS (Polystyrene)
$
5.47
WDS - Paperboard Carton
$
3.79
#4 LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene)
$
1.98
Aluminum
$
1.65
#1 PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate)
$
1.47
#2 HDPE (High Density Polyethylene)
$
0.63
#5 PP (Polypropylene)
$
0.55
#3 PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)
$
0.48
Bi-metal
$
0.41
WDS-Bag-in-Box
$
0.41
#7 Other Plastic
$
0.31
Glass
$
0.102
📍How it works
  1. Collect your CRV beverage containers
  2. Visit one of Ivan’s Recycling Locations
  3. Drop them off — get paid and feel good

Contact us if you have any questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Bottle Recycling and How Does the CRV Deposit Work?

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Bottles recycling means returning eligible beverage containers so the material can be recovered instead of going to landfill. In California, eligible containers carry a CRV deposit, so customers can redeem that value after purchase.

Ivan's Recycling accepts CRV aluminum, plastic, and glass containers, and the practical process is simple: collect eligible items, keep labels visible, bring them in, and get paid after processing. The refund depends on size, material, weight, eligibility, and current posted rates.

Who Can Recycle Bottles for Money at a Recycling Center?

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Residents, families, offices, event teams, and local businesses can bring eligible bottles to a recycling center for refund handling. A normal drop-off does not need to be complicated when containers are sorted and marked for CA CRV.

Whole or crushed containers can be accepted when the material and CRV mark are still clear. Empty, separated loads help Ivan's Recycling move faster from sorting to payout.

What Problems Does Bottle Recycling Solve?

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Bottles recycling cuts container waste, keeps useful material out of landfills, and helps customers recover CRV deposit money. It also keeps homes, garages, break rooms, and business storage areas from filling up with empties.

For many customers, the benefit is both practical and environmental. A cleaner load means a cleaner space, a smoother visit, and less waste in the local community.

How Much Can You Get When You Recycle Water Bottles for Money?

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The amount depends on CRV eligibility, container size, material type, weight, and the current posted center rate. California CRV is generally 5 cents for eligible containers under 24 oz and 10 cents for eligible containers 24 oz and up.

For larger loads, many materials are processed by weight, so the final payout may not look like a simple container count. Check the current posted rates before visiting when the exact amount matters.

Material
Posted value per segregated pound
Aluminum
$1.65
#1 PET plastic
$1.47
#2 HDPE plastic
$0.63
Glass
$0.102
Bi-metal
$0.41