Recycling center in McAllen, TX

City of McAllen Recycling Center

4101 N Bentsen Rd McAllen TX 78504 USA

4.7 (109 reviews)
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About this center

The City of McAllen Recycling Center is the municipal recycling facility at 4101 N. Bentsen Rd in McAllen, run by the city's Public Works Department. It accepts paper and cardboard, plastic bottles and jugs (#1 and #2), aluminum and tin cans, and mixed glass, and supports the city's curbside blue bin program along with brush collection and a composting facility. Residents can drop off recyclables, pick up a blue bin, and the center also offers facility tours and school presentations. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Services offered

  • Curbside residential recycling (blue bin) collection
  • Drop-off recycling at the recycling center
  • Blue bin distribution for residents
  • Brush collection and mulch
  • Compost facility (compost, mulch, and 50/50 blend for sale)
  • Facility tours
  • School recycling presentations

Areas served

McAllen, TX

Not accepted

Waxed beverage cupsStyrofoam cupsDisposable diapersEgg cartonsPesticide containersOil containersPaint cansOil cansChemical cansWindshield glassMirrorsLight bulbsPotteryCeramics

Frequently asked questions

What materials can I recycle here?

The center accepts paper and cardboard (newspapers, catalogs, magazines, cardboard, office paper), plastic bottles and jugs coded #1 and #2 (soda bottles, milk jugs, water jugs, detergent and cleaning bottles), aluminum and tin cans (including aerosol and food/beverage cans), and mixed glass bottles and jars.

What is not accepted for recycling?

Not accepted: waxed beverage cups, Styrofoam cups, disposable diapers, egg cartons, pesticide and oil containers, paint/oil/chemical cans, windshield glass, mirrors, light bulbs, pottery, and ceramics.

What are the recycling center's hours?

The recycling center is open Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. It is closed Sunday.

Where is the recycling center located and how do I reach it?

It is at 4101 N. Bentsen Rd, McAllen, TX 78504. The recycling center phone number is (956) 681-4050.

Is City of McAllen Recycling Center open on Saturday?

Yes. City of McAllen Recycling Center is open 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM on Saturdays, based on its listed hours. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

Is City of McAllen Recycling Center open on Sunday?

City of McAllen Recycling Center lists itself as closed on Sundays. Hours can change around holidays, so call ahead to confirm.

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Shawn Polan

a month ago

Review

Awesome facility for McAllen residents. You will need a picture ID as well as your most recent utility bill for free recycling. Very pleasant guard available at the entrance to direct you. ( Tip: take the 1st left after the guard booth and the employees around back will guide you to the receptacle you're looking for..metals electronics debris batteries you name it.) Do your part it's quick and easy. Keep McAllen and The Valley beautiful

Claire

10 months ago

Review

We came to fill sandbags to prepare for the bad weather and possible flooding we were amazed by how organized the City of McAllen was during this time. We were given 6 bags that we had to fill on our own but there was a lane that was specifically for elderly and disabled and they were given premade sandbags bags. It was a beautiful gesture. Although it was extremely hot outside all employees were very kind and helpful. Thank you so much!

christopher contreras

2 months ago

Review

Considering how little traffic they get you would think their customer service would be great… it’s not… went to the window asked about payment options. Came back with acceptable payment. She then tells me oh you have to spend $10 dollars. I look at her in disbelief. (You would think me asking about payment options she would go the extra yard and mention before hand that there’s a minimum.) but all she did was point at a paper taped to the window small paragraph stating that…. Idk maybe it’s just me.

Location & directions

City of McAllen Recycling Center

4101 N Bentsen Rd McAllen TX 78504 USA

McAllen, TX

26.245313°N, 98.265140°W

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