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Recycling Centers in Boston, MA

9 of the 24 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in Boston 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. Boston Mattress Recycling

    361 Newbury St 5th floor, Boston, MA 02115

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  2. Casella Waste Systems

    24 Bunker Hill Industrial Park, Boston, MA 02129

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  3. ProTek Recycling

    10 Post Office Square Ste 800 South, Boston, MA 02109

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  4. Green Bean

    867 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116-2769

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  5. Harvard Recycling & Surplus Center

    Unnamed Loop Back Trail, Boston, MA 02134

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  6. R2 Recycling - MA - Electronic Recycling, Computer Recycling, TV Disposal, eWaste, Laptops, Phones

    100 Summer St, Boston, MA 02110

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  7. Public Works Department Recycling

    1 City Hall Square #714, Boston, MA 02201

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  8. Recycle Boston

    516 E 2nd St, Boston, MA 02127

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  9. It Asset Management Group

    225 Franklin St Fl 26, Boston, MA 02110-2853

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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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Good to know

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.