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Convenience Drop is the small convenience center on East Plaza Street in Carlsbad, set up for residents dropping off household trash, recyclables and yard waste. Short pickup loads and carloads are what show up here more than big trailers. It feels like a neighborhood spot-compact and no-frills.
These centers are compact with a handful of large containers and sometimes a low-profile entrance booth; they can be staffed or unstaffed. Pull in, find a spot next to the correct container, and unload-most visits are a quick in-and-out unless there’s a line. Recycling bins are usually grouped to one side and yard waste is kept separate, and weekend mornings or spring cleanup times often get backed up.
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Before You Go
- Sort trash, recyclables and yard waste before getting there so unloading moves quickly and people behind aren’t held up.
- Bring gloves, a tarp and straps for loose or awkward items-that makes transfer faster and keeps things from blowing off during the drive.
- Expect a fee and have a payment plan ready; fees vary by location since the state and local agencies set them, and quieter times tend to be weekday afternoons rather than weekend mornings.
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