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SMaRT Station® in Sunnyvale is the local spot for dropping off household trash and recyclables for city residents. Neighbors, contractors, and people doing yard or garage cleanouts tend to use it when they need to get rid of larger loads than curbside pickup handles.
Drive up to an entrance area where there's usually a booth or check point; expect to pause so attendants can direct vehicles. Loads are commonly handled by weight at facilities like this, so there’s often a scale that trucks and cars cross on the way in or out. The site looks industrial - piles, roll-off containers, and open tipping areas - with signs and lanes to guide drivers. Weekends and spring-cleaning times get busy, so lines and a bit of waiting are normal.
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Before You Go
- Bring loads sorted as much as possible; separating recyclables and green waste ahead of time speeds things up.
- Use a tarp or cover for loose debris in pickup beds to keep material contained while driving and unloading.
- Have a plan for where to pull up and walk to the booth: wear sturdy shoes and be ready to walk a short distance between drop-off points.
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