Decatur, Alabama

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Local recycling centers

3 locations

Container Recycling Inc

230 Cockrell Ave SW Decatur AL 35601 USA

5/5(2 reviews)

Welcome to Container Recycling, Inc., a privately owned company based in Decatur, AL, specializing in reconditioned Intermediate Bulk Containers (totes) and Re-manufactured (New Bottle) totes in 275 and 330 gallon sizes. Their dedicated team of professionals aims to provide customers with high-quality products promptly, emphasizing excellent customer service. Container Recycling, Inc. offers next-day delivery in many cases and focuses on short lead times. Additionally, they provide tote pickup services to prevent landfill waste and promote environmental sustainability. Visitors can explore their website to learn more about the products and services offered. Contact them at 256-355-4692 for more information or inquiries.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

Accepts: Intermediate Bulk Containers, Steel drums, Plastic drums, Tote tanks

Services: Container reconditioning · IBC testing and certification · Steel drum recycling · Plastic drum recycling

Decatur Public Works Chemical Collection Day

1802 Central Parkway S.W.

Decatur City Public Works holds Chemical Collection Day at 1802 Central Parkway S.W. on the second Saturday of every month. The event accepts hazardous chemicals, wet paint, motor oil, and batteries.

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Listed hours: Second Saturday of each month, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Accepts: Hazardous chemicals, Wet paint, Motor oil, Batteries

Services: Monthly hazardous waste collection

When is Decatur Chemical Collection Day?

The second Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 1802 Central Parkway S.W.

SA Recycling - Decatur

1300 AL-20 Decatur AL 35601 USA

4.2/5(50 reviews)

SA Recycling in Decatur, Alabama, operates a recycling center that specializes in scrap metal services. They accept both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, along with end-of-life vehicles, large appliances, and more. The site provides competitive pricing for scrap and roll-off container services.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 3:45 PM · Sat 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM · Sun Closed

Accepts: Ferrous metal, Non-ferrous metal, End of life vehicles, Aluminum wheels, Auto batteries, Radiators, Large domestic appliances, Small electricals, Aluminum cans, Insulated copper wire

Services: Scrap metal buying · Appliance recycling · Automobile recycling · Certified destruction · Demolition scrap · Green waste · Roll-off container service

What are the business hours for SA Recycling in Decatur?

Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM - 3:45 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM; Sunday: Closed.

Do I need to bring ID when selling scrap metal?

Yes, all material suppliers must provide a valid government-issued photo ID.

Materials Accepted in Decatur

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Decatur include container recycling, drum reconditioning, IBC totes, industrial recycling, Decatur AL. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Decatur, Alabama

The City of Decatur collects garbage carts once a week and gives each resident one recycling cart for curbside pickup, with the recycling fee built into the monthly utility bill. Residential garbage service costs $22.22 a month in 2026. The Morgan County Regional Landfill on Landfill Drive in Trinity takes household garbage, construction debris, tires, and limbs, and the city holds a household chemical collection on the second Saturday of every month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Decatur AL have curbside recycling?

Yes. Every Decatur resident gets one recycling cart for curbside pickup, and the service fee is included in the monthly utility bill. Find your pickup day on the Recycling Route Map and Recycling Program Calendar on decatur-al.gov. Call the Recycling Department at (256) 341-4770.

What day is trash pickup in Decatur AL?

The city picks up garbage carts once a week, and the Garbage Route Map on decatur-al.gov shows your day. Set carts out by 6:00 A.M. with the arrows pointing to the street or alley, and roll them back by 7:00 P.M. Each account gets up to two 95-gallon carts, and a third cart costs $10.07 a month when stock allows.

How do I get rid of bulk items and yard waste in Decatur AL?

Loader trucks collect bulk items and yard waste on an unscheduled basis, about 2 weeks after you set them out, on any day of the week. They take appliances, furniture, toilets, carpet, and limbs under 12 feet long and 12 inches in diameter. Small yard debris goes in the gray or green cart. The city takes debris from homeowner repairs but never from contractors.

Where do I take paint and used motor oil in Decatur AL?

Bring used motor oil, paint, and household cleaners to the city's household chemical collection on the second Saturday of every month. Never put paints, solvents, oils, or other liquids in your carts. The landfill refuses hazardous waste such as oil, paint, insecticides, and batteries.

What are the Decatur AL landfill hours and fees?

The Morgan County Regional Landfill on Landfill Drive in Trinity is open Monday through Friday, 6:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., and Saturday, 7:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Vehicle loads from Morgan County cost $33.50 per ton with a $25.00 minimum (up to 740 pounds), effective October 1, 2026. Call (256) 341-4992.

Can I dump tires at the Decatur AL landfill?

Yes. The landfill takes passenger tires at $50.00 each from Morgan County and $100.00 each from outside the county. Pay with cash, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard, since the landfill no longer takes checks.

Recycling tips for Decatur

•Bag household garbage before it goes in the cart.
•Bag leaves during vacuum-truck season (roughly October to January) for faster removal.
•Keep limbs and other debris off curbside leaf piles.
•Cover and secure every landfill load, tailgate and tarp included.
•Hire contractors who haul away their own debris, since the city will not pick it up.