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Recycling centers in Helena, Montana

5 facilities with contact info, hours, pricing, and accepted materials. Compare them and find the closest drop-off.

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City of Helena Solid Waste Division

1975 N Benton Ave Helena MT 59601 USA

The City of Helena Solid Waste Division operates the Solid Waste Transfer Station at 1975 N Benton Ave, just north of Carroll College, along with residential and commercial garbage collection for the city. The Transfer Station handles garbage disposal and permitting and is open for disposal seven days a week from 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., with all vehicles required to be unloaded and out by 4:30 p.m. Customers can pay with a valid City or County permit, or with cash, check, or credit card, with a $6.00 minimum and a tipping fee of $56.75 per ton. The division also accepts most tires, freon appliances, some electronic waste, and offers bulk waste pickup and roll-off container rental within city limits.

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(406) 447-8086Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Services: Residential and commercial garbage collection · Solid Waste Transfer Station disposal · Transfer Station permitting · Bulk Waste Collection truck pickup (scheduled in advance, fees apply) · Roll-off container rental (delivered within City Limits)

Accepts: Household and commercial garbage, Most tires (up to 3 feet high and 18 inches wide), Appliances containing freon (refrigerators and similar), Some electronic waste accepted for recycling, Certain paints accepted during special events, Bulk waste items (furniture such as couches)

Do I need a permit to use the Transfer Station?

No. Everyone is welcome to use the Transfer Station. Residents who pay Solid Waste Assessments are eligible for City or County permits, while other customers can pay with cash, check, credit card, or a commercial account. There is a $6.00 minimum (0 to 200 pounds) and the tipping fee is $56.75 per ton.

What are the disposal hours?

Disposal is open Monday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. All vehicles must be unloaded and out of the facility by 4:30 p.m. The administrative office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

City of Helena Transfer Station

1975 N Benton Ave Helena MT 59601 USA

The City of Helena Transfer Station on North Benton Avenue is the city's main solid-waste site, handling residential and commercial garbage disposal along with a full recycling operation. Garbage is charged by weight, while household recycling is free for City of Helena and Scratch Gravel residents who bring it in with their solid waste permit. Cash customers can recycle too, with a $6 minimum charge. Recyclables accepted at the Transfer Station include corrugated cardboard, newspaper and office paper, aluminum and steel cans, mixed glass bottles and jars (clear, brown, and green), and #1 and #2 plastics. Glass and plastic are only taken here at the station rather than at the neighborhood drop-off bins. The station also accepts scrap metal, used motor oil, and tree branches and yard waste, and each spring it runs a latex paint exchange where residents can drop off and pick up usable paint. The Transfer Station is open daily, 8 AM to 4:15 PM. For permit questions or current rates, the office can be reached at (406) 447-8082.

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(406) 447-8082Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 4:15 PM

Green Meadow Auto Salvage

7313 Green Meadow Dr Helena MT 59602 USA

Professional auto salvage yard in Helena, Montana specializing in used auto parts, engines, transmissions, and collision repair parts. Full-service facility with computerized inventory system and quality control standards. Offers UPS and freight shipping to customers nationwide. Also buys scrap vehicles directly.

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(406) 458-9204Mon–Fri 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Services: Used auto parts sales · Self-service yard · Vehicle purchasing

Accepts: Used auto parts, Salvage vehicles

Where is Green Meadow Auto Salvage?

Helena, Montana. Call (406) 458-9204 for hours and inventory.

Helena Recycling

3 Industry Loop East Helena MT 59635 USA

Helena Recycling is a locally owned small business in operation since 2009, located at 3 Industry Loop, East Helena, MT 59635. They offer curbside recycling services for residential and commercial properties in the Helena area. The company provides drop-off recycling services as well. Specific details on recyclable materials accepted or rejected are not provided in the extracted text.

CardboardGlassPlastics #1&2Drop-off RecyclingCurbside Recycling
(406) 457-2437Mon–Thu 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Fri 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Pacific Steel & Recycling - Helena

1530 National Ave Helena MT 59601 USA

Pacific Steel Recycling in Helena, MT offers steel, recycling, and railcar recycling services at their location on 1530 National Avenue. They are open Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 04:30 PM, except for specific holidays when they are closed. Established as the state capital of Montana, Helena is known for its history and beautiful landscapes. Pacific Steel Recycling takes recycling and sustainability seriously, selling scrap metal back to US steel mills and buying back those products for future use, reducing their impact and supporting American-made products. They are 100% employee-owned, making sure customers work with knowledgeable and dedicated staff. Visitors can contact them for a quote on railcar recycling services.

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(406) 442-7851Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Materials Accepted in Helena

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Helena include Cardboard, Glass, Scrap Metal, transfer station, garbage disposal. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Helena, Montana

Helena, Montana currently lists 5 recycling centers on RecycleFind. Popular materials include Cardboard, Glass, Scrap Metal. 1 center offer pickup or container service (20% of the market). 2 locations open on Saturdays, making weekend drop-offs possible. Payment methods vary. Ask each yard about cash or electronic options before visiting. Average customer rating across published reviews is 4.3 out of 5.

Recycling Centers Near Helena

The closest recycling centers in neighboring areas:

Pacific Steel & Recycling - Butte
Butte, MT · 48 mi
Butte-Silver Bow Landfill Public Works Department
Butte, MT · 50 mi
Bob's Auto & Truck Recycling
Butte, MT · 50 mi
Logan Landfill
Three Forks, MT · 59 mi

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