Dayton, Ohio

Recycling centers in Dayton

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Busy Bee Auto Parts & Towing has served Dayton, Ohio for over 30 years with new, used, aftermarket, and recycled auto parts. It buys vehicles of all makes and models with immediate payment and towing, and offers an online parts search with nationwide parts locating.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 9:00am-4:30pm, Sat 10:00am-1:00pm, Sun 12:00pm-2:00pm

Accepts: Used vehicles of all makes and models, Junk cars, Recycled auto parts

Services: Auto parts sales · Vehicle purchasing · Towing services · Parts shipping · Online parts search

What parts do you carry?

New, used, aftermarket, and recycled auto parts for all makes and models, searchable online by name, image, or VIN.

Do you buy vehicles?

Yes, we purchase used and junk vehicles of all makes and models. Fill out the sell-your-vehicle form to get started.

Cyrus Auto Parts

5518 W Third St

On the corner of Infirmary Rd and West 3rd St, Cyrus Auto Parts pays cash or a company check on the spot for wrecked, scrap, and junk cars. The yard is at 5518 W Third St in Dayton. A driver tows each purchased vehicle at no charge and arrives at a scheduled time. Sellers with more than one vehicle receive a multi-car quote. Hundreds of early and late model import and domestic cars sit in the salvage yard, along with engines, transmissions, and body parts. A junk vehicle trades for credit toward a used car or toward parts for a project car. Quotes use year, make, model, mileage, and damage. Pickup covers Dayton plus Moraine, Trotwood, Kettering, Xenia, Beavercreek, Huber Heights, and Fairborn. Spanish is spoken at the yard.

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Listed hours: Call for hours

Accepts: Junk cars, Wrecked cars, Scrap cars, Salvage vehicles

Services: Free junk car pickup · On-the-spot cash or check · Used auto parts sales · Used car sales · Junk car trade-in credit · Multi-car buy quotes

Does Cyrus Auto Parts charge for towing a junk car?

No. Every vehicle the yard buys is picked up at no charge. The driver pays with cash or a company check on the spot.

Does Cyrus Auto Parts sell used auto parts?

The salvage yard sells engines, transmissions, body parts, and other used parts, and it also sells used cars. A junk vehicle trades for credit toward a car or toward parts.

Dayton Metal Recycling

5251 Webster St Dayton OH 45414 USA

5/5(386 reviews)

Dayton Metal Recycling is a site located in Dayton, Ohio, specializing in the recycling of various metals and electronics. Established in 2014, it offers services to process end-of-life materials in an environmentally responsible manner.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 10:00 AM – 4:45 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

Accepts: Copper, Aluminum, Electronics

Services: Copper recycling · Aluminum recycling · Electronics recycling

What are the operating hours?

Monday - Friday: 10 AM - 4:45 PM; Saturday: 10 AM - 2 PM.

What is the contact number?

937-813-1992.

First Street Recycling

1321 E 1st St Dayton OH 45403 USA

4.5/5(136 reviews)

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Sat 8:00 – 11:45 AM · Sun Closed

Franklin Iron and Metal Corp

1939 E 1st St Dayton OH 45403 USA

3.9/5(156 reviews)

Franklin Iron Metal Corp is a scrap metal recycling center established in 1962, offering top-dollar rates for various types of scrap metal. They prioritize customer satisfaction and convenience, providing a drive-thru service for quick cash transactions without customers needing to leave their vehicles. The facility also deals with new, used, and surplus steel, offering cutting services on-site. Franklin Iron Metal Corp emphasizes excellent customer service and aims to be a top choice in the recycling industry. They have four locations in Ohio, open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 3:45 pm, and on Saturdays from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Accepted materials include metals and alloys, while rejected items are not specified. Visitors can expect a green initiative promoting recycling to reduce carbon footprints. Testimonials praise the facility for its efficiency, high prices, cleanliness, and friendly service, making it a popular choice for those looking to recycle scrap metal.

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 3:45 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

Accepts: Scrap metal, Steel, Alloys

Services: Scrap metal buying · New and used steel sales · Drive-thru recycling service

How is this location classified in EPA facility data?

EPA's Disaster Debris Recovery dataset lists this location as metal 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: Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Ferrous, Mixed NonFerrous Metals, Nickel, Zinc. 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.

Miami Valley Metal Recycling

2449 Valley Pike Dayton OH 45404 USA

4/5(67 reviews)

Miami Valley Metal Recycling works from a single Valley Pike yard in Dayton with certified scales and the equipment to process any size of scrap load on-site. The yard is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday and buys copper, brass, aluminum, carbide, stainless steel, steel, tin, light iron, wire, precious metals, and HVAC waste. Electronics are a second line. The company recycles e-waste, computers, and circuit boards, takes shipped-in circuit boards and components from across the country, and provides secure data destruction plus IT disposal and electronic asset removal. Commercial accounts get roll-off container service.

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Listed hours: Mon Closed · Tue-Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM · Sun Closed

Accepts: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Carbide, Stainless steel, Steel, tin, and light iron, Wire, Precious metals, HVAC waste, Electronic waste, Circuit boards and components, Computers and parts

Services: Public scrap metal buying · Certified scales · E-waste recycling · Secure data destruction · IT disposal and asset removal · Roll-off containers for commercial accounts · Nationwide component shipping

Does Miami Valley Metal Recycling buy copper and brass?

Yes. The Dayton yard buys copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, and wire from the public and from businesses.

Does Miami Valley Metal Recycling recycle electronics?

Yes. It recycles e-waste, computers, and circuit boards, and offers secure data destruction and IT disposal.

Midwest Iron & Metal Co

461 Homestead Ave Dayton OH 45417 USA

4/5(20 reviews)

MW Metals Group is a reputable recycling center with over 60 years of experience in the industry, offering scrap management services across North America. They specialize in turning scrap metal into dollars through turnkey management processes within clients' facilities. For manufacturers in the Midwest, MW Metals Group provides services including transportation, processing, fabrication, administration, and safety measures to deliver superior-grade raw materials at premium prices. The company is committed to environmental sustainability, with a focus on reclamation and recycling of scrap metal since 1955, contributing to natural resource conservation and pollution reduction. MW Metals Group emphasizes safety, holding standard certifications and partnerships with industry organizations, including being a charter member of RIOS (Recycling Industry Operating Standard) sponsored by ISRI (Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries).

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What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110046253629 for MIDWEST IRON & METAL CO at 461 HOMESTEAD AVE, DAYTON, OH. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2025-05-13. 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: RCRAINFO:OHR000164954. Recorded program interests: UNSPECIFIED UNIVERSE. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The record's listed update date is 2025-05-13. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

River Rock Recycling

903 OH-201 Dayton OH 45404 USA

4.9/5(9 reviews)

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Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

Royal Oak Recycling - Dayton

312 Mound St Dayton OH 45402 USA

2.6/5(15 reviews)

Royal Oak Recycling - Dayton is the Dayton, Ohio facility (312 Mound Street) of Royal Oak Recycling, a full-service commercial recycler founded in 1935. The location operates as a drop-off hub serving businesses, waste haulers, independent recyclers, and the public, and accepts paper, cardboard, plastics, metal, and electronic 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.

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Accepts: Office paper, Corrugated cardboard (OCC), Plastic, Metal

Services: Scheduled commercial pickup · Paper and document recycling · Recycling consulting and waste audits · Material brokerage · Custom recycling program design · Recycling equipment supply

What types of businesses does the Dayton Royal Oak Recycling location serve?

The Dayton branch at 312 Mound Street focuses on high-volume commercial clients — manufacturers, offices, and other businesses — looking to divert paper, cardboard, plastic, and metal from landfill. Call (937) 991-1211 for a custom recycling program.

Materials Accepted in Dayton

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Dayton include recycling, Copper, Aluminum, Scrap Metal, E-Waste. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

Recycling in Dayton, Ohio

Dayton's neighborhoods reflect its manufacturing and aviation history, from the Great Miami River corridor to the city's dense network of older homes. The city collects a broad curbside mix that includes container glass, while Montgomery County's Moraine facilities handle many materials that should never enter a cart. Monthly scheduled bulk collection gives city households a separate route for oversized items.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can Dayton residents recycle curbside?

Dayton's curbside program accepts eligible paper and cardboard, metal cans, glass bottles and jars, and specified plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs. Containers should be empty, and bags, tanglers, ceramics, and other unlisted materials should stay out.

Can glass go in Dayton's recycling cart?

Yes. Empty glass bottles and jars are accepted as container glass. Windows, mirrors, dishes, ceramics, and drinking glasses are different materials and do not belong in curbside recycling.

Where can I take recyclables or yard waste outside curbside service?

Montgomery County operates recycling and yard-waste drop-off options in Moraine. Check the county's current material guidance before visiting because yard waste and mixed recyclables use designated areas.

How do Dayton residents dispose of household hazardous waste and electronics?

Montgomery County provides household hazardous waste disposal in Moraine and offers free electronics recycling for residents under its program rules. Keep chemicals, batteries, televisions, and other electronics out of Dayton's curbside recycling cart.

How does bulk waste collection work in Dayton?

Dayton offers scheduled bulk-waste collection on a monthly cycle. Residents need to arrange service and follow the city's preparation rules rather than setting oversized items out with an ordinary cart without notice.

Recycling tips for Dayton

  • •Recycle empty bottles, jugs, tubs, cans, paper, cardboard, and container glass only when they match Dayton's accepted list.
  • •Keep plastic bags and cord-like items out of the recycling cart because they interfere with sorting equipment.
  • •Use Montgomery County's Moraine drop-off for eligible yard waste or additional recyclable materials.
  • •Take household chemicals and electronics to the county's designated Moraine programs instead of the curb.
  • •Schedule monthly bulk service before setting out furniture or another oversized household item.

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