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See My Car's OfferServices: Electronics recycling drop-off · IT asset disposition · Certified data destruction · On-site data destruction · Business pickup service
Accepts: Computers and laptops, Servers and IT equipment, Non-mercury electronics, Business electronic waste
2515 Groveport Rd Columbus OH 43207 USA
Ace Iron and Metal on Groveport Road in Columbus has roots dating to the 1950s as a junkyard and now operates as a major Central Ohio scrap metal recycler for retail and commercial customers. The yard moved to its current Groveport Road site in 1979 and continues to buy ferrous and nonferrous scrap from peddlers and businesses. Hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment.
Services: Scrap metal buying · Retail and commercial recycling · Auto salvage heritage operations · Peddlers welcome
Accepts: Ferrous scrap metal, Nonferrous scrap metal, Junk cars, Industrial scrap
Where is Ace Iron and Metal in Columbus?
The recycling center is at 2515 Groveport Rd, Columbus, OH 43207.
What are Ace Iron and Metal hours?
Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment.
1547 Joyce Ave
All City Auto Wrecking has operated in Columbus, Ohio for over 60 years, buying wrecked and unwanted vehicles and selling salvaged parts for foreign and domestic cars, light trucks, and SUVs. The inventory includes parts from the 1930s through current models, spanning acres of vehicles in all makes and models.
Services: Used auto parts sales · Junk car buying · Vehicle salvage
Accepts: Cars, Light trucks, SUVs, Foreign and domestic vehicles
1465 E 17th Ave Columbus OH 43219 USA
A-Z Recycling Inc. is a scrap metal yard and processor at 1465 E 17th Ave in Columbus, Ohio that buys copper, aluminum, brass, nickel alloy, insulated copper and aluminum wire, electric motors, transformers, sealed units, steel, and post-industrial plastics. The yard runs an on-site wire chopping line and offers toll chopping for bulk insulated copper or aluminum loads over 10,000 lbs. Through a partnership with DMS Recycling in Mount Vernon, it also handles post-industrial plastic brokering, grinding, separation, and baling. Hours are Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm and Saturday 9am to 1:30pm.
Services: Buying and selling scrap metal · On-site wire chopping line for insulated copper and aluminum wire · Toll chopping for bulk insulated copper or aluminum over 10,000 lbs · Post-industrial plastics brokering, re-processing, and recycling (via partner DMS Recycling in Mount Vernon, OH) · Plastic shredding, grinding, separation, and baling through DMS Recycling
Accepts: Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Nickel alloy, Insulated copper wire, Insulated aluminum wire, Electric motors, Transformers
What materials does A-Z Recycling buy?
A-Z Recycling purchases copper, aluminum, brass, nickel alloy, insulated copper wire, insulated aluminum wire, electric motors, transformers, sealed units, steel, and post-industrial plastics.
What are the hours?
Monday through Friday 8am to 4:30pm, Saturday 9am to 1:30pm, and closed Sunday.
3483 E Fulton St Columbus OH 43227 USA
321 Dering Ave Columbus OH 43207 USA
860 E Jenkins Ave Columbus OH 43207 USA
Cinco is a recycling center specializing in lithium battery and e-waste recycling, offering services such as electric vehicle battery recycling, deinstallation of batteries and electronics, energy recovery, demanufacturing, data destruction, and IP protection. They are EPA approved and certified, providing competitive pricing for recycling batteries and electronic waste of various shapes, sizes, and chemical compositions. Cinco emphasizes sustainability and circular waste management, championing responsible e-waste management and recycling. They offer simple recycling processes and emphasize the importance of transforming waste into valuable resources through a closed-loop system. Cinco caters to a variety of industries and offers small commercial and large-scale pickup solutions, as well as national pickup programs within the United States.
Services: E-waste recycling · Lithium battery recycling · IT asset disposition · Certified data destruction · Small and large scale pickup
Accepts: E-waste, Lithium batteries, IT equipment, Electric vehicle batteries, Electronics
4311 Janitrol Rd # 150 Columbus OH 43228 USA
533 N Nelson Rd Columbus OH 43219 USA
The recycling center offers services for environmental disposal of various electronics such as TVs, CRT monitors, laptops, tablets, and cell phones. They also provide information security and IT asset recovery. Visitors can request a pickup for their items, and the center emphasizes employment opportunities. The website mentions copyright information and credits Logoworks for the design.
2405 Harrison Rd Columbus OH 43204 USA
CycleMET Inc is a family-owned scrap metal recycling center in Columbus, Ohio, with over 35 years of experience. They accept a variety of materials including aluminum, steel, copper, brass, old appliances, used car parts, broken Christmas lights, aluminum siding, copper scrap, aluminum cans, brass doorknobs, computer towers, and more. Their services cater to both retail and commercial clients, offering features such as an oversize outdoor scale, easy off-loading, a covered drive-thru for unloading smaller items, as well as container, roll-off, and pick-up services for businesses generating scrap metal. Visitors can expect a quick, clean, and weather-protected recycling experience at CycleMET Inc.
Services: Scrap metal buying · Container services · Roll-off services · Pick-up services
Accepts: Aluminum, Steel, Copper, Brass, Old appliances, Used car parts, Broken Christmas lights, Aluminum siding
1529 McKinley Ave
Edison Automotive Parts & Scrap is a local Columbus junk car buyer that pays cash for used and non-running vehicles in any condition. They offer same-day pickup and handle all paperwork, paying customers in cash upfront. The company recycles vehicles for parts and scrap.
Services: Cash for junk cars · Same-day pickup · Free towing · Vehicle recycling · Scrap metal
Accepts: Junk cars, Non-running vehicles, Damaged vehicles, Vehicles without title (case-by-case)
What documents do I need to sell my junk car?
A clear vehicle title and a valid government-issued ID are typically required.
Do you charge for towing?
No, free vehicle removal is provided anywhere in Columbus, OH.
3600 Sullivant Ave Columbus OH 43228 USA
Certified Electronic Recycling Facilities Environmental Reclaim ER, located at 3600 Sullivant Ave, Columbus, OH 43228, is a leading full-service recycling company specializing in electronic waste recycling. Their services include recycling solutions for copiers, computers, monitors, fax machines, cables, and general electronic scrap. They focus on using advanced recycling technologies to promote a cleaner and healthier environment. The facility offers services such as e-waste recycling, hard drive shredding, asset liquidation, nationwide logistics, and certified destruction for intellectual property. They cater to various industries including ITAD, education, telecommunications, government, defense, and both large and small businesses. Certified Electronic Recycling Facilities Environmental Reclaim ER aims to help clients eliminate environmental liabilities while reducing labor, paperwork, and associated costs. For inquiries, visitors can contact them at 614-274-6192 or via email.
Services: E-waste recycling · Hard drive shredding · Asset liquidation · Nationwide logistics · Certified destruction for IP and obsolete equipment
Accepts: Computers, Monitors, Cables, Copiers, Electronic scrap
2170 Alum Creek Dr Columbus OH 43207 USA
Green Mountain Products is a recycling center based in Columbus, Ohio, serving the Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Indiana regions. They specialize in turning waste into energy, focusing on solutions such as used oil collection, food service industry waste, industrial bulk tanker service, and grease trap cleaning to support the biodiesel and animal feed industries. The facility is transitioning to a ZERO waste fat, oil, and grease (FOG) discharge facility, making sure waste streams are environmentally recycled properly. They offer services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including used cooking oil removal on a scheduled basis, industrial recycling to maximize pricing for waste streams, and emergency services for fast response. Visitors can contact them for recycling cooking oil or grease, with locations in Columbus and Bidwell, Ohio.
Services: Used cooking oil collection · Industrial recycling · Grease trap cleaning · Emergency services · Bulk tanker service
Accepts: Used cooking oil, Fats oil and grease (FOG), Food service waste streams
3501 Groveport East Rd
Groveport Auto Parts and Junkyard is a family-owned business in Columbus, Ohio that buys junk cars in any condition for $100 to $5,000 and sells used domestic and foreign auto parts. The yard receives dozens of new vehicles weekly and offers free same-day towing and cash paid on pickup.
Services: Junk car buying · Free junk car removal · Used auto parts sales · Local parts delivery
Accepts: Cars, Trucks, SUVs, Inoperative vehicles, Totaled vehicles, Damaged vehicles, Flooded vehicles
How much do you pay for junk cars?
We pay $100 to $5,000. Most vehicles earn $200 to $1,000 depending on year, make, model, and condition.
Is junk car removal really free?
Yes, 100% free. We send our own driver and truck anywhere in the Columbus metro area at no charge.
2040 Parsons Ave Columbus OH 43207 USA
IHS Metal Recycling in Columbus, Ohio offers scrap metal recycling services for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. With two convenient locations featuring paved drive-thrus and certified scales, they provide fast and friendly service with immediate cash payment. They accept a variety of metals including steel, iron, copper, aluminum, cable, wire, appliances, and brass, with exceptions handled by their expert team. Whether you're a first-time recycler or a seasoned pro, IHS Metal Recycling is known for top prices, speedy service, and custom scrap management services. Established in 1905, they are the largest scrap metal processor in Central Ohio, combining modern equipment, veteran experience, and a first-class support team to handle all recycling needs efficiently. Visitors can expect a focus on customer service, a variety of accepted items from computers to cookware, and a commitment to making the recycling process easy and rewarding for everyone.
Services: Scrap metal buying · Residential recycling · Commercial recycling · Industrial recycling · Drive-thru recycling
Accepts: Steel, Iron, Copper, Aluminum, Cable, Wire, Appliances, Brass
3103 Lamb Ave Columbus OH 43219 USA
Masser Metals & Recycling at 3103 Lamb Avenue in Columbus provides roll-off dumpster service and onsite steel processing for scrap metal recycling. The company reports 75 years in business and supplies containers in 10, 20, 30, and 40 yard sizes with experienced drivers.
Services: Roll-off dumpster service · 10, 20, 30, and 40 yard container delivery and pickup · Onsite steel processing · Demolition services
Accepts: Scrap steel, Iron, Copper, Aluminum, Brass, Nickel, Stainless steel
What container sizes does Masser Metals offer?
The yard supplies 10, 20, 30, and 40 yard containers for scrap metal pickup.
What metals can go in the roll-off containers?
Containers are used for scrap steel, iron, copper, aluminum, brass, nickel, and stainless steel.
1079 E 5th Ave Columbus OH 43201 USA
New World Recycling at 1079 E 5th Ave in Columbus buys scrap metal with fast in-and-out service and help sorting materials for customers who need it. The yard is open Monday through Saturday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM and currently does not purchase catalytic converters.
Services: Scrap metal purchasing · Material sorting assistance · Public drop-off
Accepts: Scrap metal, Ferrous metals, Non-ferrous metals
Does New World Recycling buy catalytic converters?
No. They currently do not buy converters due to increased theft.
What are Columbus hours?
Monday through Saturday 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
2130 Advance Ave A Columbus OH 43207 USA
Ohio Processing and Recycling is a reputable recycling center with over 40 years of expertise in Ohio. They offer quality grease trap cleaning services for businesses, handling grease traps of any size efficiently. Additionally, they provide used cooking oil removal services using a spill-proof process for easy maintenance. Their wastewater transport service uses safety-oriented tanker trucks to haul industrial wastewater effectively. Ohio Processing and Recycling is committed to 100% recycling and offers various ways to repurpose used cooking oil, such as creating biodiesel, lubricant, soap, or animal feed. They prioritize safety, communication, compliance, and customer service, ensuring a reliable and friendly experience. The company serves various industries like senior living communities, food processing plants, restaurants, and more, emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility. Visitors can schedule consultations with their team of experts to learn more about their services and how they can benefit from partnering with Ohio Processing and Recycling.
Services: Used cooking oil collection · DAF and wastewater transport · Grease trap cleaning · Grease trap waste processing · 24/7 emergency service
Accepts: Used cooking oil, Grease trap waste, Non-hazardous liquid food processing waste
2716 Groveport Road
Pick-n-Pull Columbus is a self-service salvage yard and junk car buyer located at 2716 Groveport Road. They provide instant cash offers for junk vehicles (sedans, trucks, vans, and SUVs in any condition) with free towing throughout central Ohio. The facility also allows customers to pull their own used parts.
Services: Cash for junk cars · Self-service used parts · Free towing · Vehicle recycling
Accepts: Junk cars, Salvage vehicles, Wrecked vehicles, Non-running vehicles, Sedans, Trucks, Vans, SUVs
How do I get paid?
Pick-n-Pull pays by check on the spot, either at pickup or when you bring the vehicle in.
Do you provide free towing?
Yes, free haul-away is available throughout the central Ohio towing zone.
1300 Norton Rd Columbus OH 43228 USA
Royal Paper Stock is a full-service waste partner specializing in turning your scrap into profit through competitive pricing and customized recycling solutions. Their experienced brokers and sales representatives assess your scrap production to identify cost-saving opportunities and increase recycling efficiency. By analyzing your resources, they recommend the most cost-effective processing method, from on-site balers to scrap pickup services. Royal Paper Stock provides the necessary tools and containers for scrap preparation, offers staff training, and even allows equipment purchase or lease. They customize pickup schedules for convenience and pursue profitable shipping and recycling methods. With unique solutions like separate compactors for trash and corrugated materials, Royal Paper Stock helps clients save thousands annually. They also excel in finding new uses for unusable scrap, such as turning old plastic hangers into significant profits. Additionally, they break barriers to recycling by finding innovative solutions for challenging materials.
Services: Paper recycling · Corrugated cardboard recycling · Custom pickup schedules · Baler sales and leasing · Waste audits
Accepts: Paper, Corrugated cardboard, Industrial scrap paper, Plastic hangers
2640 Jackson Pike Columbus OH 43223 USA
2566 Jackson Pike Columbus OH 43223 USA
Jackson Pike Transfer Station, located at 2566 Jackson Pike in Columbus, OH 43223, is a waste disposal facility servicing the City of Columbus and commercial waste haulers. Residents are not allowed to use the transfer station due to safety concerns, and only haulers with a credit agreement can dispose of waste there. Special waste is not accepted at the transfer station and must be taken to the landfill. All loads must be fully tarped before entering any SWACO disposal facility, and customers must wear a safety vest if they exit their vehicles at the landfill. The disposal rate is $51.75 per ton with a $5 minimum charge, and the facility operates Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m., closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Directions to the station include taking Interstate 71 south toward Grove City Jackson Township, exiting at Frank Road, and heading east onto Jackson Pike. Commercial partners can find resources like the Generation Fee Submittal Form, Rules of Conduct and Safety PDF, Waiver Application, and Waste Hauling Permits information on the website. No special waste is accepted at the transfer station, and visitors should be aware of the holiday schedules for limited hours of operation and closures.
Services: Commercial waste transfer · Waste disposal for authorized commercial haulers
Where is Jackson Pike Transfer Station located?
It is at 2566 Jackson Pike, Columbus, OH 43223.
What are the hours?
The page lists Monday-Friday hours of 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday, and holidays are closed, subject to the posted holiday schedule.
2100 Alum Creek Dr Columbus OH 43207 USA
The Alum Creek Waste and Reuse Convenience Center is a City of Columbus drive-up, self-service drop-off site at 2100 Alum Creek Drive for recovering recyclables and hard-to-recycle materials. Columbus residents can drop off recycling, electronics, food scraps, yard waste, clothing, furniture, bicycles, scrap metal and appliances, used cooking oil, polystyrene, and household trash free of charge. The center is open to Columbus residents only for materials from their own homes and does not accept commercial or landscaping waste. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday and on observed holidays.
Services: Drive-up, self-service drop-off recycling · Hard-to-recycle material recovery · Electronics recycling · Food scrap / composting drop-off · Yard waste drop-off
Accepts: Paper and cardboard, Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs and cups, Glass bottles and jars, Metal cans and cups, Cartons, Desktop and notebook computers, printers, faxes, copiers, scanners, Cell phones and tablets, Keyboards, mice and computer accessories
Who can use the Alum Creek Waste and Reuse Convenience Center?
The center is open only to Columbus residents for materials generated at their own residences. It is not available to commercial businesses or landscape companies.
What are the hours?
Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed Sunday and Monday. It is also closed on observed holidays that fall Tuesday through Saturday and on Tuesdays following Monday holidays.
1015 Marion Rd Columbus OH 43207 USA
1988 McKinley Ave
Woody's Auto Salvage is a Columbus, Ohio salvage yard with over 50 years of experience and 12 acres of cars. They buy used and junk vehicles for cash and sell used auto parts including engines and transmissions. Free towing is available for vehicles sold to the yard.
Services: Buy junk and used vehicles · Used auto parts sales · Engines and transmissions · Free towing · Cash for cars
Accepts: Junk cars, Used vehicles, Non-running vehicles
What are your hours?
Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM, Sat 8AM-3PM, Sun 9AM-3PM. Open most holidays.
How do I sell my car to Woody's?
Call (614) 276-2597 for a quote or bring your car and title in to the yard.
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Columbus include Columbus, scrap metal, Cardboard, Glass, Plastics #1&2. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
Columbus runs curbside recycling through the city Division of Refuse Collection, and since June 2023 it has been collected weekly rather than every other week. Recyclables go loose in a 64-gallon blue cart with no sorting required, and glass bottles and jars in all colors are accepted, which is not true in every Ohio city. County-wide programs are run by the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO), which operates the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill and a network of recycling drop-off sites. Ohio has no bottle deposit law, so there is no cash refund for returning cans and bottles.
Yes. The city accepts glass bottles and jars in all colors in the blue cart, along with paper and flattened cardboard, plastic bottles, jugs, tubs and cups, metal cans, and cartons. No sorting is needed. Keep out plastic bags and film, foam, batteries, and tanglers like hoses, wires and clothing.
Weekly. Columbus switched from every-other-week to weekly residential recycling the week of June 12, 2023. You can look up your collection day through the PickUp CBUS app or by calling 311 at (614) 645-3111.
SWACO runs a permanent Household Hazardous Waste facility at 645 E. 8th Avenue, Columbus 43201, free to Franklin County residents. It is open Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and the first Saturday of each month 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. SWACO also holds free mobile HHW collection events around central Ohio. Take paint, solvents, lawn and pool chemicals, and cleaners there rather than putting them in the trash.
Schedule a free bulk pickup with the city by calling 311 at (614) 645-3111 or using 311.columbus.gov. The city collects furniture, mattresses, carpet, and non-refrigerant appliances like dishwashers and washing machines. It does not take tires, auto parts, building materials, refrigerated appliances (fridges, freezers, AC units), furnaces, pianos, or hot tubs, which need a private hauler.
Electronics are not accepted in the blue cart. Drop them at a City of Columbus Waste and Reuse Convenience Center, which take electronics along with clothing, furniture, yard waste and used cooking oil free to residents. You can also use SWACO's Recycle Right search tool to find an electronics or appliance drop-off near you.
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