Great service, fast and easy communication on where to go for a first timer. Even gave my doggy a treat!

Marin Resource Recovery Center
Marin Resource Recovery Center at a glance
Reviewers describe the facility as well-organized and efficient, with friendly staff who provide clear directions for first-time visitors. Services include processing green waste, masonry, and household hazardous materials, alongside free collection for chemicals, electronics, and cardboard. While many praise the reasonable pricing and quick entry, recurring criticisms involve high debris costs, long wait times, and difficulty reaching management for order issues.
- Google rating: 4.5 out of 5 from 147 reviews (78% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 147 Google reviews (70 with written comments, 4 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 5% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 30, 2026.
- Service: Recycling Service serving San Francisco, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
Score profile vs other recycling services
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.
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Star ratings
147 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars11478%
- 4 stars1611%
- 3 stars53%
- 2 stars11%
- 1 star117%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 70 written reviews
- Praise4794%
- Complaints36%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude1632%
- Speed & response1326%
- Price & value918%
- Quality & results816%
- Communication24%
- Would recommend24%
What customers talk about
We read 70 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Dudes at gate and everyone I have encountered is kind.”
“Great service, fast and easy communication on where to go for a first timer.”
“Price to dump your stuff is up to $50 but it is worth it.”
“Prices are fair and these people do a great job of sorting & recycling what would otherwise end up in a landfill.”
“Highly recommended.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Great service, fast and easy communication on where to go for a first timer. Even gave my doggy a treat!
Bring a mask...for the dust. Facilitiy has green, household hazard (shorter hours), clean dirt, wood,masonry, brick, rock, and other material processing. Of course they take trash too. Dudes at gate and everyone I have encountered is kind.
This place operates like a well oiled machine, as all facilities like this should. Pretty incredible really. Kudos to the crew running it. This is my go to dump spot going forward.
If you're getting loaded with base rock, you need to use the Andersen Dr entrance, otherwise use Jacoby to dump.
Best prices in the Bay area! Easy on of from 580 or 101. They also collect chemicals for free and cardboard.
Tried to charge me 750$ for 4 yards of debris. Said it would cheaper if we pay cash
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Customer reviews
4.5 ★★★★★ 147 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Good service They are the best at Bay Area
Bring a mask...for the dust. Facilitiy has green, household hazard (shorter hours), clean dirt, wood,masonry, brick, rock, and other material processing. Of course they take trash too. Dudes at gate and everyone I have encountered is kind.
Since I know how the organized chaos works, I did way better the second time
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Hi Karlos, We're sorry to hear your visit didn't meet your expectations. We'd appreciate the opportunity to learn more about your experience and how we can improve. Please give us a call at (415) 485-5647 at your convenience. Thank you.
This place is really cool! i like coming here for the peacocks
This place operates like a well oiled machine, as all facilities like this should. Pretty incredible really. Kudos to the crew running it. This is my go to dump spot going forward.
If you're getting loaded with base rock, you need to use the Andersen Dr entrance, otherwise use Jacoby to dump.
Well organized and helpful
A wonderful place!
Business details
- Address: 565 Jacoby St, San Rafael, CA 94901
- Phone: (415) 485-5647
- Website: marinresourcerecoverycenter.com
- Service area: San Francisco, CA
