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Recycling Centers in Grand Rapids, MI

13 of the 60 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in Grand 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. PADNOS

    719 Burton St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    Buys scrap metal
  2. Riverside Recycling

    529 32nd St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-2303

    Monday—Friday: 7:30AM–4:30PM

    Buys scrap metal
  3. Clean Planet Recycling

    1060 Hall St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-4864

    Buys scrap metal
  4. FIBR Carpet Recycling

    1409 Buchanan Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

  5. Kent County Recycling & Education Center

    977 Wealthy St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

  6. Recycling Concepts-west Mi

    5015 52nd St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512-9731

  7. Dragonfly Refresh

    437 44th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-4173

  8. Perfect Circle Recycling

    336 Straight Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

  9. Advanced Technology Recycling

    3714 Jefferson Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

  10. Bob's Disposal

    7748 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-7226

  11. Advanced Technology Recycling

    355 Cottage Grv SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507

  12. Superior Packaging & Recycling

    1642 Broadway Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-2046

  13. Vehicles Wanted Running or Not

    3622 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids, MI 49548-3248

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.