Battery Recycling in Colorado

WSB Computer Services eRecycling

21 Craft Drive

719-589-8940

WSB Computer Services runs an electronic component separation facility at 21 Craft Drive in Alamosa, serving South Central Colorado since 2012, from Monte Vista, Del Norte, and South Fork to Creede, Blanca, Fort Garland, Antonito, and Crestone. It operates as a spoke facility, and none of its material goes overseas. The center takes computers, servers, laptops, telephones, cable boxes, satellite and stereo equipment, circuit boards, insulated wire harnesses, auto starters and alternators, every battery type, and appliances other than refrigerators and AC units. TVs of any size, including broken CRTs, are accepted. Drop-off fees apply, and onsite pickup is billed by the hour. Freon items, light bulbs, and mercury-containing devices are refused. The office opens Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Arvada Metal Recycling

9630 Ralston Rd Arvada CO 80004 USA

(303) 423-4189

Mon-Fri 8am - 4:30pm · Sat 8am - 12:30pm · Sun Closed

4.0 (102 reviews)

Arvada Recycling has run as a locally owned metal yard at 9630 Ralston Road since 1990. It buys non-ferrous metal in every grade, including aluminum, copper, brass, lead, and alloys, plus car batteries and catalytic converters. Appliances and steel come through the gate too, but the yard accepts them without paying for them. The yard handles metal only. TVs, glass, plastic, cardboard, paper, refrigerators, microwave ovens, propane tanks, and single-stream household recycling are turned away. Payouts are quoted by phone because prices change daily, and large loads must arrive before 4 pm on weekdays or noon on Saturday. Customers come from across the Denver metro area, from Boulder and Broomfield to Parker and Commerce City.

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Data Center Recyclers

6380 W 54th Ave Suite 200

303-909-6379

Data Center Recyclers decommissions and recycles large backup power equipment and data center hardware for contractors, businesses, data centers, and electronics manufacturers across Colorado. Ryan Watts, a veteran of data center power system removal and logistics, handles the projects personally. The company uninstalls, seals, palletizes, and transports UPS systems, generators, automatic transfer switches, lead-acid batteries, power distribution units, switchgear, servers, racks, and cables. Material goes to a smelter or recycler, and the customer receives a Certificate of Recycling that indemnifies it against hazardous-material liability. The stated goal is removal at low or no cost, and equipment with resale value offsets the job. Oracle, AT&T, and Sturgeon Electric are repeat customers.

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Rio Grande Recycle Center

618-598 Rio Grande Pl Aspen CO 81611 USA

Mon-Sun Open 24 hours

The Rio Grande Recycle Center in Aspen, located on Rio Grande Place, does not accept trash, single-stream recycling, or household donations. They have specific guidelines for recycling: glass bottles, metal scraps, clothing, sheets, towels, and shoes in good condition are accepted, while toys, stuffed animals, pillows, and rags will be discarded as trash. Grass and leaves can be recycled in the yard waste bin, but no branches, brush, or trees are allowed. Only household batteries are accepted, and lead or car batteries should be taken to the landfill for recycling. Food can be recycled for composting in Aspen. Yard waste, including grass and leaves, must be recycled in designated containers at the center, with no plastic bags allowed. Commercial landscapers must take yard waste to the Pitkin County Landfill for a fee. Visitors can also donate household items at the Aspen Thrift Store or Motherload Mercantile at the Pitkin County Solid Waste Center, and non-perishable foods can be donated to Lift Up at the Pitkin County Human Services Building. Additional food assistance programs are available for donations, and visitors are encouraged to contact local food rescue services for non-expired food donations.

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Atwood Auto & Metal

14581 US Hwy 6

970-522-7779

Tuesday-Friday 7:00 AM-4:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM-4:00 PM, Monday closed

Alter Trading runs this yard on US Highway 6 in Atwood as one of its Colorado facilities. The location buys ferrous and non-ferrous metal, and Alter's materials list covers car bodies, machinery, plate and structural steel, sheet iron, aluminum, copper, brass, insulated wire, lead acid batteries, and catalytic converters. Alter is a family-owned metals recycler with more than 125 years in the business. It pays same day for metal and buys from small loads up to full semi loads. The Atwood yard opens Tuesday through Saturday and closes on Mondays.

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El Paso County Household Hazardous Waste Facility

3255 Akers Dr Colorado Springs CO 80922 USA

719-520-7878

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.0 (87 reviews)

The Household Hazardous Waste site in El Paso County allows residents to safely dispose of hazardous waste materials. Items such as paints, batteries, and chemicals are accepted to ensure they do not harm people, pets, or the environment.

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Koscove Metal - Family Owned Scrap Metal Recycling Since 1917

431 W Colorado Ave Colorado Springs CO 80905 USA

719-636-3559

Mon-Sat 08:00 am – 04:45 pm · Sun Closed

4.0 (234 reviews)

Isaac Koscove started recycling glass, tires, and rags in Colorado Springs in 1917, and his sons moved into metal and auto parts in the mid 1930s. Koscove Metal is now a fourth-generation family business, with Joe Koscove as sole owner since 2003. The yard on West Colorado Avenue recycles all metals, ferrous and nonferrous, and staff help unload and sort loads. It also takes used and new lead acid batteries, most e-waste, and cardboard, and sells ammo boxes and shell brass for reloading by appointment. Commercial accounts get a free on-site consultation, a roll-off container from 10 to 40 cubic yards, a pickup schedule, and payment weekly, monthly, or per load. A larger commercial yard on West Cucharras Street handles bigger volume, and a sister store called The Cove resells salvaged goods.

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Recycling Connections

9985 E 104th Ave UNIT A Henderson CO 80640 USA

(303) 333-6363

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.3 (106 reviews)

Recycling Connections Inc. in Commerce City, Colorado has served businesses and the public since 2006 with walk-in scrap metal recycling and 4-foot container drop-off and pickup. The yard accepts ferrous and non-ferrous metals plus automotive batteries but no longer accepts Freon-containing appliances.

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Denver Scrap Metal Recycle Center

4920 Washington St Denver CO 80216 USA

(303) 297-1818

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 7:30 PM · Sun 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

3.9 (518 reviews)

Stars & Stripes Scrap Metal provides recycling services for scrap metal, offering fair pricing and quick service. They cater to both individuals and businesses, focusing on turning unwanted metal into value. The company operates multiple locations in Denver and Houston, making it accessible for recycling needs.

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Durango Recycling Center

710 Tech Center Dr Durango CO 81301 USA

(970) 375-5004

Mon Closed · Tue 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Wed 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Thu-Sat 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.3 (23 reviews)

The City of Durango offers recycling services for residents and businesses, including curbside collection for households and commercial/multi-unit buildings, as well as a public drop-off site at the Durango Recycling Center. Accepted materials for recycling include Single Stream Mixed Recycling, glass (drop-off only), electronics, batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, and paint (at participating PaintCare retailers). Household hazardous waste can be recycled during annual collection events. Visitors can use the "What Goes Where Wizard" tool to find additional recycling options at retail locations and special events. Recycling is emphasized as a cost-effective and eco-friendly practice that conserves resources and energy. Additionally, a downloadable guide on "How to Recycle Right and Avoid the Landfill" is available for reference.

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RJ Metal Recycle & Roll-Off Containers

287 County Road 222

970 259 3494

Steel/metal drop-off 24/7; call for office hours

RJ Metal Recycle & Roll-Off Containers is a recycling site in Durango, Colorado, that focuses on the purchase and recycling of non-ferrous metals and various scrap materials. They also offer free roll-off container services for large cleanup projects.

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City of Fort Collins Timberline Recycling Center

1903 S Timberline Rd Fort Collins CO 80525 USA

(970) 829-6337

Mon Closed · Tue-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.5 (76 reviews)

The City of Fort Collins’ Timberline Recycling Center accepts everyday recyclables such as bottles, cans, cardboard, and glass, along with hard-to-recycle materials including electronics, batteries, paint, motor oil, and wood waste. The center is part of the city’s waste-diversion services.

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Colorado Iron & Metal

903 Buckingham St

970-482-7707

Summer: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Winter Sat closed

Colorado Iron & Metal is a full-service metal recycling site serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. They offer roll-off container services for larger jobs and specialize in various metal processing techniques. The site operates in Fort Collins and Loveland, providing cash payments for scrap metal.

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Gunnison County Recycling Center

195 Basin Park Dr Gunnison CO 81230 USA

970-641-0044

Mon-Sun Open 24 hours

4.5 (8 reviews)

The Gunnison County Recycling Center offers recycling services for various materials and is at 195 Basin Park Drive, Gunnison, CO 81230. It operates 24/7 for drop-off, with staff available Monday through Saturday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

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Clean Harbors Henderson Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

9775 E. 97th Place

Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM; every 3rd Saturday of the month 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Clean Harbors runs a household hazardous waste drop-off at its Henderson facility on East 97th Place, part of a multi-state HHW program. Drivers pull up and technicians offload paint and thinners, household cleaners and pesticides, automotive oils and fluids, e-waste, and batteries from the vehicle. No appointment or advance notice is required, and payment is by credit card (AMEX, Mastercard, Visa), charged by the pound. Explosives, fireworks, ammunition, reactives, sharps and regulated medical waste, and waste larger than 5 gallons are turned away.

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City of Longmont Recycling Center

140 Martin St Longmont CO 80501 USA

303-776-6050

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.7 (61 reviews)

The Longmont Recycling Center provides a site for residents to drop off recyclable materials and yard waste. It serves the City of Longmont residents with various recycling services while accepting specific types of waste. The center also offers resources for proper waste disposal and recycling education.

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Colorado Iron & Metal Loveland

2929 N Garfield Ave

970-667-4059

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Colorado Iron & Metal offers full-service metal recycling for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The site operates in two locations, providing roll-off containers for larger jobs and accepting a range of metal types while adhering to strict material acceptance guidelines.

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Dionisio Metal & Iron

700 South Portland

(719) 544-3488

Albert Dionisio founded Dionisio Metal & Iron in 1993 on a small lot in Pueblo's Salt Creek area, and the yard moved to its South Portland Avenue site in 2006. It is Pueblo's first scrap yard with dual 70-foot truck scales, and it weighs residential, commercial, and industrial loads and pays the same day. A second yard opened in La Junta in 2011. The yard buys steel, iron, tin, aluminum, copper, brass, lead, stainless steel, appliances free of freon and PCBs, vehicles, heavy equipment, and lead-acid batteries. Televisions, monitors, tires, glass, wood, liquids, propane tanks, sealed containers, and lithium, alkaline, and nickel-cadmium batteries are refused. More than a hundred roll-off containers and a mobile industrial shear support industrial jobs and demolition.

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Action Recycling Center

7610 W 42nd Ave Wheat Ridge CO 80033 USA

(303) 424-1600

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Sun Closed

4.1 (8 reviews)

Action Recycling Center is a Denver-area recycler in Wheat Ridge that buys non-ferrous metals, lead-acid batteries, cables and wires, and some alloys. It also accepts many electronics, with certain purchases by appointment; flattened beverage cans are not accepted.

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