Have a question about bottle and can recycling? Browse our FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) below for your answer. Most Common Questions Where can I take my bottles and cans to redeem them for cash? How come recycling centers pay by weight instead of by container? How come the recycling center gave me a store voucher instead of cash? Recycling Centers What can I do to ensure that the recycling center pays me the exact amount of CRV for my bottles and cans that I paid at the grocery store? Why do some recycling centers ask me to remove the caps from my plastic bottles? Who can I contact to file a complaint about my recycling center? How do I start a recycling center business? California Refund Value What types of containers are included in the CRV program? How much money can I get back for recycling my empty bottles and cans? Recycling Starter Kit How do I order a Recycling Starter Kit for my organization? What is a Recycling Starter Kit? Can I order a Recycling Starter Kit for my home? Can I order the Recycling Starter Kit to start a recycling program at a church/school/etc? Can I order more than one Recycling Starter Kit? Who can I call to collect the bottles and cans when the recycling bin is full? Other How do I start a recycling program at my home or apartment complex? Where can I recycle my materials other than California Refund Value (CRV) beverage containers? Still can't find the answer to your question? Contact us here to send us your feedback.