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Recycling centers in Cleveland, Ohio
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3208 W 63rd St Cleveland OH 44102 USA
Aaromet Metal Recycling is a full-service consumer and industrial scrap metal recycling facility in Cleveland, Ohio, and is associated with three other locations in northeast Ohio. The yard buys, processes, and sells all grades of metal, including copper, brass, aluminum, ferrous scrap and iron, stainless, lead-acid batteries, catalytic converters, junk cars, and specialty alloys such as inconel, hastelloy, and titanium. It also offers scrap pickup and hauling plus roll-off, lugger, and container service for industrial and demolition jobs. The facility is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and pays cash for walk-in scrap.
Services: Buying and selling of scrap metal · Processing, packaging, and selling all grades of metal · Consumer (walk-in) scrap drop-off for cash · Industrial metal service · Roll-off, lugger, and container service
Accepts: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Aluminum bronze, Bronze, Ferrous scrap, Iron / scrap iron, Cast iron
What materials does Aaromet Metal Recycling buy?
Aaromet buys a broad list of metals including copper, brass, aluminum, ferrous scrap and iron, cast iron, stainless, lead, lead-acid batteries, catalytic converters, junk cars, and specialty alloys like inconel, hastelloy, monel, and titanium.
What are the hours of operation?
Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Aetna Metal Recycling
8300 Aetna Rd Cleveland OH 44105 USA
All Scrap Salvage Co Inc
3550 W 140th St Cleveland OH 44111 USA
All Scrap Salvage Co. in Cleveland, Ohio is a family-owned scrap yard operating for more than 70 years, buying ferrous and non-ferrous metals from the greater Cleveland area.
Services: Scrap metal buying · Ferrous and non-ferrous recycling · Commercial scrap service
Accepts: Scrap metal, Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals
How long has All Scrap Salvage been in business?
All Scrap Salvage Co. has operated in Cleveland for over 70 years.
What is the phone number?
(216) 941-7100.
American Metal Recycling Inc
13170 York Rd Cleveland OH 44133 USA
American Metal Recycling at 13170 York Rd in North Royalton is a family-owned scrap yard near Cleveland open to the public with drive-on scales since 1988. AMR buys aluminum through zinc, offers container service, and runs Cans for a Cause fundraising programs.
Services: Scrap metal purchasing · Drive-on scale · Container service · Demolition and consulting · Fundraising programs
Accepts: Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Steel, Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals, Aluminum cans
What ID is required?
Photo ID is required for all public transactions.
What are AMR hours?
Weekdays 8 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM to noon; closed Sunday.
Baumann's Recycling Center
4801 Chaincraft Rd Cleveland OH 44125 USA
Baumann's Recycling Center, located in Garfield Heights, Ohio, is a licensed facility specializing in processing mixed construction and demolition debris. They recycle 90% of the materials received, including wood, concrete, asphalt, and brick, which are reused for outgoing materials. The center also offers services for purchasing and recycling ferrous and nonferrous metals, providing competitive rates for all scrap metal, including scrap vehicles. With a focus on efficiency and sustainability, Baumann's Recycling Center ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for customers looking to dispose of construction and demolition waste or recycle scrap metals.
Services: C&D waste processing · Concrete recycling · Wood recycling · Demolition services · Excavation services
Accepts: Concrete, Brick, Wood, Asphalt, Dirt, Aggregates, Scrap metal, Junk vehicles
Denison Auto Parts Inc.
4500 W. 130th St
Denison Auto Parts has supplied used and rebuilt auto parts in Cleveland since 1963 from its West 130th Street location. The family-owned yard pays top prices for used cars and trucks and stocks foreign and domestic engine, transmission, body, and electrical components with thorough inspection before sale.
Services: Used auto parts sales · Rebuilt auto parts · Rebuildable vehicle sales · Custom parts ordering · Cash for used cars and trucks
Accepts: Used vehicles, Junk cars and trucks
How long has Denison Auto Parts been in business?
Denison Auto Parts has operated in Cleveland since 1963.
Do you buy used vehicles?
Yes. Denison pays top prices for used cars and trucks.
Gateway Recycling Inc
4223 E 49th St Cleveland OH 44125 USA
Gateway Recycling Inc at 4223 East 49th Street in Cleveland, OH handles paper, plastic, cardboard, and metal recycling for businesses and individuals. The Cleveland facility also offers secure on-site and off-site document shredding through its Gateway Confidential service, with both routine pickup and one-time clean-out options. Gateway sells and tailors recycling equipment including balers, compactors, shredders, and grinders. Call (216) 341-8777 for service.
Services: Cardboard recycling · Paper recycling · Plastic recycling · Metal recycling · Secure on-site and off-site document shredding
Accepts: Paper, Cardboard, Plastic, Metals
Does the Cleveland location offer on-site shredding?
Yes. Gateway Confidential provides both secure on-site and secure off-site shredding at the Cleveland facility, including routine service and clean-out options.
Midwest Recycling Inc.
16419 St Clair Ave. Cleveland OH 44110 USA
Ridge Road Auto Parts
3741 Ridge Road
Ridge Road Auto Parts has served Cleveland since 1950 with more than 20,000 recycled OEM parts for cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans. Located minutes from local freeways, the yard ships nationwide via UPS and common carriers and pays top dollar for used vehicles in any condition.
Services: Recycled OEM auto parts · Online parts search · Nationwide shipping via UPS and freight carriers · Parts locator service · Cash for used vehicles
Accepts: Used vehicles, Salvage vehicles
How many parts does Ridge Road keep in stock?
Ridge Road Auto Parts consistently maintains more than 20,000 available recycled OEM parts.
Do you buy cars that do not run?
Yes. Ridge Road pays top dollar for used vehicles regardless of age or condition.
River Recycling Industries
4195 Bradley Rd Cleveland OH 44109 USA
River Recycling Industries, Inc. is a family-owned business founded in 1919, specializing in brass and bronze metals processing. They offer a range of services including the production of mechanical pucks as an alternative to ingots, providing scrap metal, briquetted material, and Riverloy pucks to customers. With a focus on adapting to technological advancements, they aim to exceed customer expectations by delivering high-quality recycled materials at competitive prices. River Recycling caters to brass mills, bronze foundries, ingot makers, refineries, and both domestic and international markets for buying and selling brass and bronze non-ferrous scrap metal. Their processing solutions are tailored to meet specific business needs, ensuring better control of chemistry, higher melt recovery, and cost reduction for their customers.
Services: Buying Brass & Bronze Non-Ferrous Scrap Metal · Selling Brass & Bronze Scrap Metal · Processing solutions for scrap metal
Accepts: Brass scrap, Bronze scrap
Royal Oak Recycling - Cleveland
16065 Industrial Ln Cleveland OH 44135 USA
Royal Oak Recycling - Cleveland is the Cleveland, Ohio facility (16065 Industrial Lane) of Royal Oak Recycling, a full-service commercial recycler founded in 1935. The location operates as a stand-alone drop-off hub serving businesses, waste haulers, independent recyclers, and the public, and accepts paper, cardboard, plastics, metal, and e-waste such as computers and monitors. As a high-volume operation it pays a premium for non-ferrous metals, and the broader company also offers commercial pickup, document shredding, and recycling equipment.
Services: Scheduled commercial pickup · Paper and document recycling · Recycling consulting and waste audits · Material brokerage · Custom recycling program design
Accepts: Office paper, Corrugated cardboard (OCC), Plastic, Metal
Does the Cleveland Royal Oak Recycling location offer pickup services for businesses?
Yes. Royal Oak Recycling provides scheduled commercial pickup services for high-volume clients at its Cleveland location on Industrial Lane. Contact (216) 325-1500 to request service.
West Side Metals Corporation
6400 Stock Ave Cleveland OH 44102 USA
Westside Metals on Stock Avenue in Cleveland buys scrap metal, iron, brass, copper, and wire from retail and commercial customers seven days a week. Digital kiosks speed transactions while the team grades material daily for competitive Northeast Ohio pricing. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Services: Scrap metal buying · Commercial pickup available · Digital kiosk transactions · Seven-day walk-in service · Contractor and tradesmen accounts
Accepts: Scrap metal, Iron, Brass, Copper, Wire, Nonferrous metals, Industrial scrap
Where is Westside Metals in Cleveland?
The yard is at 6400 Stock Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44102.
Is Westside Metals open on weekends?
Yes. They are open seven days a week including Saturday and Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Materials Accepted in Cleveland
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Cleveland include scrap metal, Cleveland, Cardboard, copper, Steel. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
Recycling in Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland stopped curbside recycling around 2020 after reporting revealed the city had been sending residential recyclables to a landfill, largely because too much of what went in the blue carts was contaminated trash. The city relaunched curbside recycling in 2022 with a new hauler and an expanded materials list, and it now runs as an opt-in program: households must sign up to get a blue recycling cart and collection. By 2024, nearly 80,000 Cleveland households had enrolled. The city's Division of Waste Collection and Disposal handles trash, recycling, and bulk pickup, while the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District manages household hazardous waste, electronics, and special drop-off events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cleveland still have curbside recycling?
Yes, but it is opt-in. Cleveland suspended curbside recycling around 2020 and relaunched it in 2022 with a new vendor. Residents in single-family homes and buildings of up to four units serviced by the city must enroll to receive a blue recycling cart and weekly collection. You can sign up through the city's online recycling enrollment form or by calling 311 (216-664-2000).
What can I put in my Cleveland recycling cart?
The relaunched program accepts paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans, and plastic bottles. Place everything loose and unbagged, and empty and rinse containers first. It does NOT accept plastic bags, scrap metal, pots and pans, buckets, car parts, garden hoses, food scraps, yard waste, polystyrene foam, light bulbs, drinking glasses, ceramics, or bulky items.
Where can I drop off recycling in Cleveland if I don't have curbside service?
The city lists two residential recycling drop-off sites, both open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 3 pm: an East Side location at 5600 Carnegie Avenue and a West Side location at 3727 Ridge Road.
How do I get rid of household hazardous waste and electronics in Cuyahoga County?
Household hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, flammable or caustic products) is handled free for county households through the Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District, which partners with local city service departments for collection. Computers and electronics cannot go in your curbside cart; recycle them through your city service department, an e-waste company, or a retailer. Use the district's cuyahogarecycles.org site to find local options.
Do you get money back for cans and bottles in Ohio?
No. Ohio does not have a bottle-deposit (bottle bill) law, so there is no refund for returning cans or bottles. Only about 10 US states have container deposit laws, and Ohio is not one of them. For payout, scrap metal like aluminum cans and appliances can be sold to local scrap yards, but scrap metal does not belong in the curbside recycling cart.
Cleveland Recycling Tips
- •Recycling is opt-in in Cleveland. If you never signed up, you likely won't get a blue cart, so enroll through the city form or call 311 (216-664-2000).
- •Keep it to the five accepted streams: paper, cardboard, glass, metal cans, and plastic bottles. When in doubt, throw it out, since one dirty or half-full container can contaminate a whole truckload.
- •No curbside service? Drop recyclables at 5600 Carnegie Avenue (East Side) or 3727 Ridge Road (West Side), open weekdays 9 am to 3 pm.
- •During bulk week you can set out up to three bulk items, plus each week up to 20 bundles of brush, 20 bags of yard waste, and four tires without rims. Never lean bulk or yard waste against your carts.
- •For paint, chemicals, and electronics, use the county program at cuyahogarecycles.org, and watch for the district's Special Saturdays drop-off events and Fix-It CLE repair workshops instead of trashing broken items.
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