Every time I go there to shop or donate something, I always get the grumpy tutu (grandma)…read more Two days ago, I tried to donate a coffee table. My father had built it out of bamboo because he believed in sustainable building material. It had four legs, and it had been sanded down to a smooth finish. Unfortunately, my father was unable to install a glass inlay due to a terminal illness. The table had a frame, but no glass to finish it off. I inherited the table. Unfortunately, I don't know of anyone who works with glass. To make the table work for me, I put two planks of wood to cover the gaping hole. I used that table to put cooking appliances on it. Unfortunately, my landlord deemed it a fire hazard and wanted that table out on Tuesday. I thought I could take it to the Waimea Recycling and Transfer Station as is. Surely someone would see how beautiful and polished it looked. All it needed was someone in DIY projects who could install the glass. I took it to the Transfer Station thrift store. Unfortunately, I got the grumpy tutu. "Nope. No can take em. Gotta be complete." I had no idea that the thrift store had that policy. So now, I'm in a pinch. I can't take it back home and I don't know of anyone dealing in glass. My only option was to take this gorgeous but incomplete table to the trash chutes. I was in tears. To see my father's handiwork ending up in the dump broke my heart. There was a kind woman, a fellow shopper, who could see I was struggling to carry the table and the two wood planks to the chutes. I told this woman about my dad, the craftsman that built this table. I was struggling to hold back my tears as we took the table to the far side chute, where they were recycling refrigerators, stoves, washing machines, etc...I could NOT throw my dad's work down the chute. I was hoping that someone would see the fine craftsmanship my father put into this table, despite its flaws, and take it home. I was hoping it would find a good home. I got back to my car, which was parked in front of the thrift store, and cried my heart out. Loudly. After bawling my eyes out and screaming in my car, I drove my car to the appliance drop off to find that the table and the two wooden planks were gone. I dare not to look in the trash chute. I didn't want to. I prayed that my father's table found a good home. Moral of the story? Don't take incomplete projects, especially ones of sentimental value to the Waimea Transfer Station thrift shop. You're just going to get a grouchy grandma saying, "no. No can take em."

Trash and recycle here. Hours open for twelve hours so makes it convenient, 7 days a week:…read more0600-1800.

The workers step right up when you drive in to unload your recycle cans , and bottles. You get…read morepaid promptly.

Excellent service at the Kailua-Kona storefront. I use Atlas…read morefor our HI5 recyclables from our South Kohala Condo Community. The staff are very helpful, and even when under the pressure of being very busy are great!

Fast, efficient, friendly, and helpful. They were understanding that this was out first time using…read moretheir service.

Pulled up and seemed weird. It guy came right over and helped carry my couple of boxes of cans…read more Was process

In reading past reviews, workers must have changed because I've been going here for last 2-3 years…read moreand never had any issues. Infact, the boys have been helpful, courteous and knows that I recycle the good trash bags. I use to go to Mr. K's recycling, but the traffic congestion gets really bad at times and Atlas is so much cleaner.

Cannot follow directions ask for my refuse bag and a guy in an atlas recycling shirt made some…read moreunwelcome comments. Do not listen very unprofessional take your HI 5 recyclables elsewhere!!!!!

Four years since my initial review. We are still using Rainbow Recycling and are still very…read moresatisfied customers. Dusty provides exceptional service. Since his recycling service is so good we starting using him for regular trash pick up also. Anyone looking to have their recycling (or trash) picked up should contact Rainbow Recycling. Highly recommended!

I have used Rainbow Recycling virtually since the inception of the business - Dustin is dependable,…read moreefficient I'm very happy to see that his business is thriving! A very affordable service and I highly recommend Rainbow Recycling -

I used Superior for my construction debris containers during renovations to my house. Always…read morefriendly and professional. They had a few issues with driver availability and never charged me for the extra days of container rental. I'd use them again for sure!

From the owner: Construction projects create large amounts of garbage and debris, which inevitably needs to be…read morecleaned up to complete the project and protect the environment. With Superior Sanitation in Kailua-Kona, HI, you'll be getting the best sanitation services on the island. Locally owned and operated, this junk removal company offers a variety of services related to recycling, trash pickup, and more. Whether you need dumpster rentals, trash hauling, or cardboard recycling, this junk removal company has the services you need to clear your yard, construction site, or event of trash and debris. They don't stand behind contracts, keep your employees and investments safe from harm, and come to you to make sure your environment is clean and free of garbage. Superior Sanitation goes above and beyond to live up to their name. Let them earn your business for your home improvement project or company outing cleanup needs. Call them today at (808) 325-1055 to request junk removal services. You can also visit them online for additional information.

I had my first visit to Aloha Recycling the other week, and it was such a smooth, positive…read moreexperience. They're conveniently located right across from Island Grocery Depot, and there was plenty of parking. As soon as we parked, staff came over to greet us and immediately took care of us. We were planning to sort everything once we got there, but they jumped in and started helping unload and sort the recyclables for us--something I definitely wasn't expecting. They were incredibly kind and efficient. That said, you should sort ahead of time. We happened to come on a slower day, didn't have too many bags, and were the only ones there, which probably made it easier for them to assist. Overall, it was quick, easy, and honestly was a great experience. The staff were fast, friendly, and made the whole process feel effortless.Highly recommend stopping by Aloha Recycling.

They had a fire awhile back or maybe it was recently not sure but they are reopen. I just went to…read moretake my recycles today and now you can drive in and park. The building is gone but they have a couple of big tents. Poor things because I'm pretty sure the wooden building had air conditioning. Hope they give them a building again. Lisa and her gang are all still there and there's a young wahine working there too. Always nice workers and I always feel good about recycling and getting some cash back. Check them out.

This place has moved to Hanson rd. They are only open Tuesday 1-5 & Saturday 9-1. We went on…read moreSaturday and they were busy but we were able to drive right in. The guy working there helped unload our trunk which we apreciated-we always seem to have old unworking electronic stuff and this is the place to take it so doesn't end up in the trash.

I thought this was the place to recycle electronics, but not all electronics. They're a little…read moreparticular about the electronics that they accept. I've been accumulating worn out computers, printers, stereo equipment and stuff for years. If the item was functional, I would list it on Craigslist for free, just to keep it out of the landfill and to give someone else the chance to get some use out of it. But, if it's a hunk of junk, there's no point in listing it and getting someone's hopes up for a nice freebie. This stuff was junk. We found this place with a quick Google search. Open Tuesday 1-5pm and Saturday 8am-1pm, I thought they would be less busy on a Tuesday afternoon. There were people dropping off when we arrived and more showing up as we left. I violated rule #1 right away. You're supposed to stay in your car. My pile of junk was in the trunk, so I got out to open the trunk since my car has a key lock for the trunk lid. Thankfully, the fellow who came out let this violation slide. He actually was very friendly and we got along well. But, there was another problem. Some of my electronics weren't acceptable. He told me that he couldn't take my old garage stereo, complete with an 8-track tape player. I asked him why and he just shrugged his shoulders. But, if I moved that receiver, he would take the junk that was under it. He also took my old printer, but left the broken CD changer. So, I guess I have a couple of hunk of junk headed for the landfill.

I requested trash pickup in Papaikou area in August 2019, and set up auto bill pay. I have been…read morecharged for three months and trash has not been picked up ONCE. I've called several times and EACH TIME left a voicemail and have not had a SINGLE call returned. STOP CHARGING ME GODDDDD. Absolute trash service. Pun intended.

This business is so professional and I am very impressed with the service. They have a few rules…read morewhich are fine and easily followed so the drivers don't have to handle a lot of heavy weight . The owners are easy to talk to and always willing to help with information and pick ups.

We had a bunch of cans and bottles to redeem. I counted everything before we went. Worker guy came…read moreover grabbed our cans/bottles after we put them in their tubs which i thought was nice. I gave him my count and he proceeded to count them-never had that happen before said they do that now to be sure weve counted right, no problem for me. But I had counted wrong (under counted on my cans & over counted by a couple on bottles) I felt bad and he said no problem. So got more $ back than I had expected. I was very impressed with him. Place was clean and staff very friendly. We had some glass bottles and plastic and the bins for them were easy to find.

This has got to be the cleanest and most organized recycling center I've ever been to. The workers…read morewere efficient. The line...what line? :)