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Recycling Centers in Cedar Rapids, IA

5 of the 19 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in Cedar Rapids 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. Can Shed

    4121 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-2346

  2. Cedar Rapids Linn County Solid Waste Agency

    2250 A St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

  3. Silvercrest Recycling

    1008 66th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

  4. Wilson's Rubbish Hauling Inc

    6709 C Street Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-7469

  5. City Carton Recycling

    901 Ingleside Dr SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404-4420

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.