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Recycling Centers in Urbana, IL

6 of the 9 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in Urbana are drop-off recycling centers.

Recycling centers differ significantly in the specific materials they accept, whether they pay for scrap metals or charge tipping fees for general waste, and their drive-through layout. A map pin shows the facility's location, but it won't tell you if they take residential drop-offs, accept bulk commercial loads, or require materials to be pre-sorted.

  1. Mack's Twin City Recycling

    2808 N Lincoln Ave, Urbana, IL 61802

    Buys junk cars
  2. Landscape Recycling Center

    1210 E University Ave, Urbana, IL 61802

  3. Mervis Recycling

    3008 N Cunningham Ave, Urbana, IL 61802

  4. Mid America Recycling

    2906 N Oak St, Urbana, IL 61802

  5. Midwest Fiber Inc.

    1201 E University Ave, Urbana, IL 61802-2010

  6. Community Resource

    1201 E University Ave, Urbana, IL 61802-2010

Check accepted items first. Call ahead or view their current materials list, as accepting policies for electronics, hazard materials, and specific plastics frequently change.

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Do recycling centers pay cash for materials?

Facilities typically pay by weight for scrap metals like copper, aluminum cans, and catalytic converters. Standard household items like cardboard, mixed paper, and glass are usually drop-off only without compensation.

How do I need to prepare my items before dropping them off?

Most centers require scrap metals to be clean and separated by material type to get the best payout rate. Cardboard should generally be flattened, and containers should be rinsed of any food or chemical liquids.

Can I bring hazardous household waste or electronics?

Specialized drop-off centers or municipal transfer stations often accept e-waste and paint, but standard scrap yards rarely do. You often need to schedule a specific hazardous waste drop-off day depending on regional rules.