PADNOS Traverse City Recycling Center

3770 Blair Townhall Rd Traverse City MI 49685 USA

4.9 (98 reviews)

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

About this center

Near M-37 and Blair Townhall Road in Traverse City, PADNOS Traverse City Recycling Center pays for scrap metal, junk cars, catalytic converters, appliances, and electronics. Enter from Blair Townhall Road onto the scale: ferrous loads unload right toward ferrous bays, non-ferrous goes left behind the main building. Free junk car removal for end-of-life and non-running vehicles; running cars can be dropped off with a valid title.

Materials accepted & services

scrap metal junk cars catalytic converters electronics recycling appliance recycling Traverse City

Services offered

Scrap metal purchasing
Junk car recycling and free removal
Catalytic converter recycling
Electronics recycling
Appliance recycling with free refrigerant removal
Charity scrap donation program

Areas served

Traverse City, MI

Frequently asked questions

What are the Traverse City yard hours?

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Saturday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Closed 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 scrap at the Traverse City yard?

Enter from Blair Townhall Road and pull onto the scale. Ferrous: turn right to ferrous bays, unload, then weigh out. Non-ferrous: cross the scale, turn left behind the main building, unload, then follow the drive lane toward the ferrous area and exit through the second gate. Collect payment inside the office.

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 in Traverse City?

Yes. Free removal for end-of-life and non-running vehicles. Call (231) 244-4854 to schedule. The call center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Running vehicles can be dropped off at the yard.

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.

Bshoff 917

3 months ago

Google review

Had a vehicle picked up the tow truck was delayed but Austin stayed in contact the entire time. Cash paid then are there!! Everyone was kind and professional. Definitely will call and work with Austin again.

David O

a year ago

Google review

My first time returning scrap metal. Even though all I was turning in was an old electric baseboard they made me feel like the most important customer in the world ( even though giant tandem trucks of scrap were arriving every minute). They made it very easy and pleasant. The lady manning the front desk is a great representative for the company

Ryan Kovacs

a year ago

Google review

Hands down the best scrap yard I have ever visited and done business with. Pay great rates very friendly staff. Yard is clean and organized and the areas you have to drive are pretty smooth and free of hazards. I will go out of my way to visit this location !!

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