Bare Metals buys scrap at 3799 Browns Mill Rd SE in southeast Atlanta and advertises 15-minute processing. The yard takes junk cars and trucks, catalytic converters, aluminum rims, car batteries, radiators, copper wire and pipe, brass, stainless steel, heavy machinery and household appliances. It closes at 4:00 PM on weekdays and stays closed on weekends.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
Accepts: Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Steel, Stainless steel, Junk cars, Catalytic converters, Car batteries, Radiators, Appliances, Heavy machinery
Services: Scrap metal buying · Junk car buying · Catalytic converter purchase
CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) is a site operated by Live Thrive, focusing on accepting household hazardous waste and other difficult-to-recycle materials in Atlanta. It serves the community by providing a proper disposal method to divert these materials from landfills and water systems.
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The Brookhaven library branch at 1242 N Druid Hills Rd NE, printed with an Atlanta 30319 address, accepts mixed paper, glass and electronics in county recycling bins.
EZ Pull N Pay Atlanta, formerly Gray & White, is a self-service yard at 1172 Field Road NW where customers walk the lot and pull their own parts from cars and trucks at their own pace. It is one of seven EZ Pull N Pay locations across Georgia and Alabama. Part prices follow a posted price list, with sales tax added at checkout. The yard is open every day from 9am to 4:30pm, and the company also buys cars from sellers.
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Listed hours: Monday-Sunday 9:00am-4:30pm
Services: Self-service parts pulling · Posted part price list · Vehicle inventory search · Car buying
Is EZ Pull N Pay Atlanta a self-service yard?
Yes. Customers pick their own parts from cars and trucks on the lot at their own pace.
What are the hours at EZ Pull N Pay Atlanta?
The yard is open every day, Monday through Sunday, from 9am to 4:30pm.
Fulton Metals runs its south-side yard at 4255 Roosevelt Hwy, listed on its location page as the College Park site. Businesses, contractors and the general public bring copper, aluminum, brass, steel and household recyclables with no appointment. Sellers show a valid ID and know their license plate number, and payment is by check or cash.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:30 PM; Sat 9:00 AM-1:30 PM; Sun Closed
Liberty Tire Recycling operates a tire recycling facility at 1593 Huber Street NW in Atlanta, part of the largest tire recycler in the United States. The plant collects and processes scrap tires of all kinds, from passenger and light-truck tires to commercial, agricultural, and off-road tires, using grinding and shredding systems.
Recovered material is turned into crumb rubber, rubber mulch, and tire-derived fuel rather than going to landfill. The facility serves the greater Atlanta metro area and beyond, working with tire dealers, auto shops, municipalities, and haulers. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with access from I-75, I-85, and I-285.
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How is this location classified in EPA facility data?
EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery dataset lists this location as metal recycler; tire recycler. The matched record lists its source as Recycled Materials Association (ReMA) and its update date as 08/26/2025, 06/01/2020. Retrieved October 30, 2026. This is a source classification, not confirmation of public drop-off access, current operating status or EPA certification.
Which metal types are named in the EPA source record?
The EPA dataset's metal-description field lists: Ferrous. The source is Recycled Materials Association (ReMA), with record update date 08/26/2025, 06/01/2020. This describes the source record and does not establish today's buying prices, preparation rules or walk-in acceptance. Confirm the specific metal and service with the facility. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
Specialized construction and demolition materials recycling facility providing sustainable solutions for the building industry. Processes concrete, asphalt, brick, wood, metals, and other construction materials into reusable products. Reduces landfill waste and promotes circular economy practices in construction.
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SA Recycling buys and processes ferrous and non-ferrous scrap at 1024 Sampler Way. The yard pays for steel, copper, aluminum, nickel, cast iron and stainless steel, and also offers demolition, dismantling and roll-off container service. Hours run weekdays only.
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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; Sat Closed; Sun Closed
Services: Scrap metal buying · Industrial and demolition scrap · Demolition and dismantling · Roll-off containers
What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?
EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110071235963 for SA RECYCLING ? SAMPLER WAY at 1024 SAMPLER WAY, ATLANTA, GA. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.
Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?
The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:GAIS14237. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.
One of the largest glass recyclers in North America, processing glass bottles and jars into cullet for use in various industries. Promotes circular economy by transforming waste glass into valuable raw materials for new glass containers, fiberglass insulation, and other products.
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Materials Accepted in Atlanta
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Atlanta include recycling center, drop-off, e-waste, Electronics, Paper. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
Atlanta residents get weekly single-stream curbside recycling that includes glass, and a 2025 city audit put participation at about 23%, up from 11% in 2017. The hard-to-recycle items go to CHaRM Atlanta at 1110 Hill Street SE, an appointment-only center run by Live Thrive that takes paint, electronics, tires, mattresses, and appliances for set fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Atlanta curbside recycling take glass?
Yes. Atlanta's weekly single-stream curbside program takes paper, plastic, metals, and glass. The city's 2025 recycling audit found about 20% of the material collected is contaminated, and it recommended the city study the cost of handling glass.
Do I need an appointment to use CHaRM Atlanta on Hill Street?
Yes. CHaRM Atlanta at 1110 Hill Street SE is open by appointment only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Book online through livethrive.org and show your QR code on arrival. The center takes no cash, only cards, Venmo, and Apple Pay.
How much does CHaRM charge to drop off tires in Atlanta?
Tires cost $3 each for residents and businesses. CHaRM takes car and bicycle tires without rims. It refuses truck tires and any tire still on a rim.
What does it cost to recycle a mattress or a refrigerator at CHaRM Atlanta?
Mattresses and box springs cost $15 for twin or full and $18 for queen or king, and they must have springs. Large appliances such as refrigerators, washers, and dryers cost $15 to $20 each. Crib mattresses, futons, foam toppers, and memory foam mattresses are refused.
Where can I recycle old TVs and electronics in Atlanta?
CHaRM Atlanta at 1110 Hill Street SE takes electronics from residents. TVs and monitors cost $25 each and other electronics are free. Rear projection TVs are refused.
What happens to leftover paint and chemicals at CHaRM Atlanta?
CHaRM takes paint and household chemicals in their original containers and weighs them together. Residents get the first 20 pounds free, then pay $0.70 to $0.80 per pound. Propane tanks of any size, alkaline batteries, and car batteries are refused.
Recycling tips for Atlanta
•Flat glass such as windows, tables, and windshields is free for residents at CHaRM, but mirrors, Pyrex, china, and ceramics are refused.
•Food-grade glass must arrive rinsed and dried to be accepted at CHaRM.
•Residents drop off cardboard, mixed paper, cartons, and plastics with resin codes #1, #2, #4, #5, and #6 at CHaRM Atlanta for free.
•Cooking oil, books, and clean usable clothing and household goods are free to drop off at CHaRM Atlanta.
Recycling centers near Atlanta
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