Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Electronics Recycling & Refurbishing Partner in San Rafael
Renew Computers, founded in 1988, is the largest independent electronics recycling company in Marin County, California. Our mission is to provide environmentally responsible solutions for electronic waste through reuse, repair, and certified recycling. With a dedicated team of qualified technicians, we specialize in refurbishing computers, securely destroying data, and offering a wide range of recycled electronics and parts. We operate a state-certified facility under CalRecycle (ID: 100888) and maintain strict compliance with EPA standards (ID: CAL000490278). Our services cater to individuals, businesses, and organizations seeking sustainable disposal of electronics, including secure data destruction with witnessed hard-drive destruction and certificates of destruction.We process all donated electronics domestically, ensuring no items end up in landfills. Our commitment to reuse as the preferred environmental and economic solution has resulted in diverting over 855,000 pounds of e-waste from landfills in 2024 alone. We also operate a retail store offering refurbished computers, parts, and accessories, backed by a 90-day warranty. Transparency, community engagement, and adherence to ethical practices form the foundation of our operations, making us a trusted partner for electronic recycling and reuse in Northern California.
Services
Electronics Recycling
Data Destruction
Refurbished Computers
Parts Sales
Computer Repair
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in electronics recycling and refurbishing.
- Our facility is certified by CalRecycle and adheres to EPA standards.
- We offer witnessed hard-drive destruction for secure data elimination.
- All electronics are processed domestically with zero landfill disposal.
- We provide affordable refurbished computers with 90-day warranties.
Associations and certifications
- CalRecycle
Services
Electronics Recycling
We provide comprehensive electronics recycling services for individuals and businesses, accepting most electronic items free of charge. Our certified facility ensures proper processing of e-waste within the United States, with strict policies against landfill disposal. Specialized handling is available for bulk commercial loads requiring appointment scheduling.
Data Destruction
Our secure data destruction service permanently eliminates sensitive information from hard drives and devices. Customers can witness the destruction process while receiving a basic receipt, with optional certificates of destruction available for $100 per lot. This service covers all computer types including iMacs and all-in-one systems.
Refurbished Computers
We offer a wide selection of professionally refurbished desktops and laptops running genuine Microsoft Windows or macOS. Systems feature modern processors, ample RAM, and SSD storage, backed by a 90-day warranty. Pricing varies based on specifications, with options available for both consumer and business needs.
Parts Sales
Our parts warehouse provides affordable new and used computer components, cables, and accessories. Inventory includes power adapters, storage devices, networking equipment, and peripherals at fixed prices. All parts come with a 90-day warranty and are subject to local sales tax.
Computer Repair
We offer walk-in computer repair services for PCs and Macs with no appointment needed. Our technicians handle diagnostics, hardware upgrades, virus removal, and operating system reinstallation at competitive hourly rates. Most repairs require overnight processing with a three-day turnaround time.
Questions
What electronics can I recycle for free?
We accept most computers, monitors, TVs, audio equipment, small appliances, and computer accessories free of charge. Exclusions include light bulbs, batteries, and large appliances.
How do you ensure data security?
We offer physical hard drive destruction while you wait, or certified destruction with detailed documentation for business clients. All electronics undergo data wiping before recycling.
Do you buy used electronics?
We primarily accept donations rather than purchasing electronics. Refurbishable items may be accepted in exchange for store credit or tax deductions.
Can I get same-day computer repair?
Most repairs require overnight processing with a three-day turnaround. Basic diagnostics and some component replacements may be completed the same day.
Are parts warranties transferable?
All parts and refurbished systems include a 90-day warranty covering parts and labor. Store credit returns are available for unopened items within 90 days.
Do you offer pickup services?
We require customers to deliver items to our facility. Large commercial loads (2+ pallets) require advance appointments but no additional fees apply.
