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Recycling Centers in Paterson, NJ

10 of the 51 junkyards, auto parts stores and recycling centers we list in Paterson 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. Rooftop Recovery & Recycling

    182 Putnam St, Paterson, NJ 07524

    Mon - Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Buys scrap metal
  2. Hybrid Battery Recycling

    41 Bleeker St, Paterson, NJ 07524

    Buys scrap metal
  3. Gaeta Recycling

    278 W Railway Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503

  4. eRevival LLC

    33 Branch St, Paterson, NJ 07524

  5. Nick and Jake Llc

    237 River St, Paterson, NJ 07501

  6. eRevival LLC

    34 E 25th St, Paterson, NJ 07514

  7. Auto Haas

    39 Summer St, Paterson, NJ 07524

  8. R & S Recycling

    40 Holsman St, Paterson, NJ 07522-1741

  9. Paterson Recycling

    402 E 16th St, Paterson, NJ 07514

  10. Greenstar Recycling

    79 Florida Ave, Paterson, NJ 07503

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.