Recycling center in Alma, MI

PADNOS Alma Recycling Center

1430 Williams St Alma MI 48801 USA

5 (253 reviews)

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PADNOS Alma Recycling Center recycling center in Alma, MI - View of facility

About this center

At W. Monroe Road and Michigan Avenue in Alma, PADNOS Alma Recycling Center buys ferrous and non-ferrous scrap, junk cars, catalytic converters, appliances, and electronics. Enter from Williams Road over the scale: ferrous turns right to material bays, non-ferrous turns left to the main building with two garage doors and pays at the in-office ATM. Free junk car pickup for non-running and end-of-life vehicles.

Materials accepted & services

scrap metal junk cars catalytic converters electronics recycling appliance recycling Alma

Services offered

Scrap metal purchasing
Junk car recycling and free removal
Catalytic converter recycling
Electronics recycling
Appliance recycling with free refrigerant removal

Areas served

Alma, MI

Frequently asked questions

What are the Alma yard hours?

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday. Also closed July 4, Labor Day (Sep 7), Thanksgiving (Nov 26-27), and Christmas Eve and Day (Dec 24-25) in 2026.

How do I drop off at the Alma yard?

Enter from Williams Road over the scale. Ferrous: turn right to ferrous bays, unload, wrap around, and weigh out. Collect payment inside the office. Non-ferrous: turn left to the main building garage doors, unload, return to the scale, and pay at the ATM inside.

What ID do I need to sell scrap?

Bring a current, valid government-issued photo ID. For vehicles, you also need the title in your name or signed over to you.

Do you pick up junk cars near Alma?

Yes. Free removal for end-of-life and non-running vehicles. Call 989-206-4830 to schedule. The call center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Do you remove refrigerant from appliances?

Yes. Refrigerant removal from refrigerators, freezers, AC units, and dehumidifiers is free and handled by staff.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Luke Murchie

3 months ago

Google review

Called several places and got low prices for our old van that the transmission went out in. I saw a facebook ad for Mr. Lees junk car buyer and a guy named Austin came and picked it up same day paid me more than anyone else i called and he picked it up. Will be using Mr. Lees in the future.

Shannon Michaels

a year ago

Google review

Just went to Padnos Alma recently and again found the service and reliability great. All of the employees were very friendly knowledgeable and helpful. Especially Terry the magnet crane operator who went above and beyond to help me out. I will definitely be back to retain their services in their clean friendly and helpful facility.

Jennifer Maus

a year ago

Google review

Padnos always is very welcoming! I appreciate their friendly and professional customer service. April did an amazing job helping me sort my NF.

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