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Recycling Centers in New Orleans, LA

6 of the 44 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in New Orleans 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. EMR Southern Recycling - New Orleans

    4801 Florida Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117

    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM, Sat 8:00 AM–12:00 PM, Sun closed

    Buys junk carsBuys scrap metal
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  2. EMR Southern Recycling - New Orleans, Mid City

    2525 Lafitte St, New Orleans, LA 70119

    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM, Sat 8 AM–12 PM, Sun closed

    Buys scrap metal
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  3. Glass Half Full

    3935 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70126

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  4. Uptown Recycling

    1320 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125

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  5. SP Recycling

    246 St George Ave, New Orleans, LA 70121-3219

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  6. Recycling Drop Off Center

    2829 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122

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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.