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Recycling centers in Austin, Texas

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

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All American Recycling

9202 FM812 Austin TX 78719 USA

All American Recycling is a family-owned and -operated scrap metal recycling and metal processing business located in Austin, Texas, serving the community since 1984. They accept a variety of materials including aluminum, copper, iron, brass, stainless steel, electronics, and more, while offering services to both businesses and individuals. The recycling center is open to the public, and they provide container services for businesses with complimentary delivery and pick up. All American Recycling also offers auto recycling with pick up services within 25 miles. They are committed to community involvement, supporting charitable organizations, artists, and schools through material and monetary donations. Operating Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4:30 pm, and Saturdays from 8 am to 2:30 pm, they ensure convenience for their customers. Payment processes are in compliance with state laws, requiring individuals to be 18 years old with a valid state ID, and businesses are paid via check. Overall, All American Recycling in Austin, Texas, provides scrap metal recycling solutions with a focus on customer service and community engagement.

AluminumCopperIronBrassStainless SteelElectronics+3 more
(512) 243-1183Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Sun Closed

Austin Metal & Iron, Co.

1000 E 4th St Austin TX 78702 USA

Austin Metal & Iron Co. is a family-owned full-service scrap metal recycler that has operated in Austin since 1913, accepting both ferrous and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, steel, brass, iron, and HVAC units. They serve commercial and residential customers with drop-off and pickup options, weigh and pay for incoming scrap, and work with regional mills to process material into new products. For commercial accounts they supply roll-off boxes, metal containers of various sizes, flipper buckets, and trailers at no charge. The company runs two Austin locations, including a downtown yard near I-35 and a larger 17-acre site at US-290 and Decker Lane.

Scrap MetalFerrous MetalsNon-Ferrous MetalsCopperAluminumSteel+6 more
(512) 477-4640Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 7:30 – 11:00 AM · Sun Closed

Services: Scrap metal purchase and recycling · Residential scrap drop-off · HVAC unit recycling · Commercial container service (roll-off boxes, metal boxes, flipper buckets, trailers) · Free quotes

Accepts: Aluminum, Copper, Iron, Steel, Brass, Residential scrap metal, HVAC units

Is the East 4th Street location the main Austin Metal & Iron facility?

Yes. The East 4th Street location is the company headquarters, occupying 2.5 square blocks one block east of I-35 in downtown Austin. A second, larger 17-acre yard is at Decker Lane.

Austin Metal & Iron Co LP

10506 Decker Ln Austin TX 78724 USA

Austin Metal & Iron Co. L.P. operates its 17-acre Decker Lane facility at Hogeye Road in Austin, TX, reached at (512) 272-8111. Founded by brothers Jim and Sam Novy in 1913, this family-owned company is Austin's oldest scrap metal recycler. The Decker Lane yard handles residential scrap, HVAC units, copper, aluminum, iron, steel, and brass. Commercial customers receive roll-off boxes, metal boxes, flipper buckets, and trailers at no charge. Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM.

AluminumCopperIronSteelBrassHVAC Units+3 more
(512) 272-8111Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Sat 7:30 – 11:00 AM · Sun Closed

Services: Scrap metal purchase and recycling · Residential scrap drop-off · HVAC unit recycling · Commercial container service (roll-off boxes, metal boxes, flipper buckets, trailers) · Free quotes

Accepts: Aluminum, Copper, Iron, Steel, Brass, Residential scrap metal, HVAC units

Does the Decker Lane location offer containers for commercial customers?

Yes. Austin Metal & Iron provides roll-off boxes, metal boxes of all sizes, flipper buckets, and trailers to commercial customers at no charge from the Decker Lane facility.

Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-off Center

2514 Business Center Dr Austin TX 78744 USA

The Recycle and Reuse Drop-off Center in Austin offers a variety of services for residents to recycle, reuse, or safely discard items. Residents can drop off household hazardous waste such as cleaning products, automotive fluids, paint, batteries, and more, but radioactive materials, syringes, and explosive materials are not accepted. The center also accepts electronics, appliances, recyclables like clothing, plastic, metal, glass, and paper, but does not take mattresses, furniture, tires, or non-recyclable trash. There is a fee for dropping off tires, and specific safety guidelines are provided for handling hazardous waste. Additionally, visitors can pick up free items at the Reuse Store, including art supplies, cleaning products, and Austin ReBlend Paint. Mulch is also available for free pickup, but visitors must load it themselves. Appointments are required for dropping off hazardous waste and picking up paint.

Household Hazardous WasteElectronicsAppliancesRecyclablesReuse StoreMulch Pickup+1 more
(512) 974-4343Mon–Sat 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · Sun Closed

Austin Wood Recycling

9201 FM812 Austin TX 78719 USA

Austin Wood Recycling runs land clearing, grinding, hauling, and green waste drop-off from Austin, serving Texas and the Southwestern United States since 1987. The company operates 27 mobile grinding units and recycles more than 1 million yards of material per year. Residential and commercial customers can drop brush, green waste, and landscaping debris at any of its three yard locations.

green wastebrush drop-offland clearingcontract grindingmulch manufacturingvegetation hauling
(512) 259-7430Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sun Closed

Services: Land clearing and vegetation removal · On-site and off-site contract grinding · Green waste and brush hauling · Tractor mowing for ROW, commercial lots, and DOT highways · Green waste drop-off at three yard locations

Accepts: Brush, Green waste, Landscaping debris, Trees, Stumps, Vegetation

Can I drop off yard waste at Austin Wood Recycling?

Yes. You can dump brush, green waste, and landscaping debris at any of the company's three locations.

What contract services does Austin Wood Recycling offer?

The company provides land clearing, on-site and off-site grinding, hauling, tractor mowing, mulch manufacturing, trommel screening, soil blending, and contract bagging for commercial and municipal projects.

Balcones Recycling - Austin

9301 Johnny Morris Rd Austin TX 78724 USA

Balcones Recycling's Austin material recovery facility at 9301 Johnny Morris Road processes residential and commercial single-stream recyclables, along with post-industrial material. Austin-area drop-offs accepted include paper (office paper, newspaper, cardstock), cardboard, plastic bottles and containers, aluminum cans, tin containers, glass bottles and jars, and cartons and paper cups. Services available here include compactor and dumpster collection, bale pickup, cart recycling, document shredding, waste audits, and event waste management.

Residential Single StreamCommercial Single StreamPost-Industrial MaterialsCompactor and Dumpster CollectionBale PickupCart Recycling+3 more
(512) 472-3355Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Services: Single-stream residential recycling · Commercial single-stream recycling · Document shredding · Waste audits · Event waste management

Accepts: Paper (office paper, newspaper, cardstock), Cardboard, Plastic bottles and containers, Aluminum cans, Tin containers, Glass bottles and jars, Cartons and paper cups

What materials does Balcones Recycling accept at the Austin Johnny Morris Road location?

The Austin facility accepts paper (including office paper, newspaper, and cardstock), cardboard, plastic bottles and containers, aluminum cans, tin containers, glass bottles and jars, and cartons and paper cups through its single-stream recycling program.

Capital Area Corporation Recycling

PO Box 161482 Austin TX 78716 USA

(512) 867-3687

CCR of Texas

4202 Santiago St Austin TX 78745 USA

(512) 215-1550Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

CMC Recycling - Austin

1704 W Howard Ln Austin TX 78728 USA

CMC Recycling's Austin North yard is a full-service scrap metal recycling facility at 1704 Howard Ln. in north Austin, just west of I-35 near the Howard Lane/Scofield Ridge Pkwy. intersection, and has operated in the area for nearly 30 years. The yard buys nonferrous metals such as copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel and lead, along with ferrous steel, cast iron and shred/tin, and serves industrial accounts, small businesses and walk-in individuals. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and pays immediately by cash or check. Sellers need a valid Texas state-issued ID, and certain regulated metals require additional documentation.

scrap metalcopperaluminumbrassferrous metalswalk-in welcome+1 more
(512) 251-3407Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Services: Walk-in scrap metal buying · Ferrous and nonferrous metal recycling · Industrial and commercial account recycling · Roll-off box and trailer container service (flat-bed, end-dump, open-top) · Equipment and crew mobilization for large projects

Accepts: No. 1 and No. 2 copper, LT copper, Insulated copper wire, Yellow brass, Red brass, Refinery brass, Brass radiators, Aluminum cans

What scrap metals does the Austin North yard buy?

The yard buys nonferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, 304 stainless steel and lead, plus ferrous scrap such as prepared and unprepared steel, cast iron and shred/tin. Pricing is by phone at 512.251.3407.

What are the hours?

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk-in customers are welcome.

Construction Waste Recycler of Texas

924 Cavalry Ride Trail Austin TX 78732 USA

(512) 284-9440Mon–Sun 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Gardner Metal Recycling

9701 US-290 Austin TX 78724 USA

Gardner Metal Recycling in Austin, TX offers metal recycling solutions including manufacturing, industrial machining, sheet metal fabrication, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, demolition, and general contractor services. They accept various scrap metals such as aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, high temp metal, carbide, iron, steel, tin, cable wire, electronics, and machine turnings. The facility provides services like scrap metal pickup, container drop-off, fair pricing based on current market rates, and industry news updates. Customers can either bring their scrap metals directly or schedule a consultation for pricing and pickup, receiving containers for commercial or industrial scrap removal. Gardner Metal Recycling serves Austin and surrounding areas, with operating hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Contact information includes a phone number and email for inquiries or scheduling services.

AluminumCopperBrassStainless SteelHigh Temp MetalCarbide+10 more
(512) 292-1022Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Lake Travis Regional Re-Use & Recycling Center

3207 Neidhardt Dr Austin TX 78734 USA

Check back for details about our next Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event in October of 2025. If you have household hazardous waste to dispose of before our next event, please follow this link to Austin's Recycle and Reuse drop off center. The Recycle and Reuse Drop-off Center in Lakeway, Texas, offers a convenient location for residents to safely dispose of household hazardous waste. They host periodic drop-off events, with the next one scheduled for October 2025. For those with immediate disposal needs, the center provides a link to Austin's Recycle and Reuse drop off center. Stay updated for more information on accepted materials, guidelines, and event dates to ensure proper waste management.

Household Hazardous WasteRecycle and Reuse Drop-off CenterAccepted MaterialsKey Rejected MaterialsDrop-off EventOctober 2025
(512) 314-7514

Recycling Center - Austin

9405 Dessau Rd Austin TX 78754 USA

Recycling Center is a professional Austin recycling company located at 9405 Dessau Rd, Austin, Texas 78754. They offer services for both residential and commercial clients, open 7 days a week with hours of operation from Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, Sat 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Sun 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The center buys recyclables for cash, including insulated wire, and encourages people to separate recyclables before bringing them in to potentially earn extra money. They are conveniently located just north of HWY 183 and east of IH35, providing prompt service with no long lines. The center is registered as a Metal Recycling Entity with the Texas Department of Public Safety, certified by the Austin Police Department, and has certified scales by the Texas Department of Agriculture. They are also recognized by the City of Austin.com as a Premier Service Company and are an active member of the Recycling Council of Texas, Inc. Visitors can write reviews on Google and stay updated on specials and fun facts by liking their Facebook page.

Insulated WireMetal Recycling EntityCertified ScalesCash for RecyclablesSeparate Recyclables
(512) 836-7512Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun 12:00 – 5:00 PM

Red Rock Recycling

9807 Brown Ln Austin TX 78754 USA

Red Rock Recycling, founded in Austin, provides full-service recycling, hauling, and disposal for growing businesses across Central Texas. The company specializes in post-commercial materials and complex waste streams for manufacturers, technology companies, and industrial operations. Free Maximum Recycling Potential (MxRP) evaluations help businesses build a customized waste and recycling plan. SBA-certified small business with transparent billing and real-time recycling data.

commercial recyclingwaste haulingMxRPpost-commercialaustincentral texas
(844) 343-3505Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Services: Full-service commercial recycling · Waste hauling · Waste disposal · Free recycling evaluation (MxRP) · Customized service plans

Accepts: Post-commercial materials

What is an MxRP evaluation?

Maximum Recycling Potential (MxRP) is a free recycling evaluation that builds the most valuable waste, recycling, and hauling plan for your business.

Where is the Austin warehouse?

9807 Brown Lane, Austin, TX 78754.

STS Electronic Recycling - Austin

North Arboretum Plaza One 9442 N Capital of Texas Hwy Austin TX 78759 USA

STS Electronic Recycling in Austin, Texas offers free computer, PC, laptop, and electronics recycling services, including data destruction to industry standards like HIPAA, FACTA, SOX, and FERPA. They accept various electronics such as computers, laptops, smartphones, televisions, and more, ensuring responsible disposal to keep toxic waste out of landfills. The facility has over 100,000 sq. feet of space and provides services for businesses, medical facilities, schools, and individuals. Additionally, they offer mobile shredding services for secure data destruction and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services for businesses nationwide. STS Electronic Recycling emphasizes environmental sustainability, compliance with regulations, and the importance of recycling electronic waste to protect the environment and conserve resources. They also mention buyback programs for electronics and provide information on drop-off locations, e-waste recycling events, and the responsible disposal of old computers and electronics.

ComputersLaptopsSmartphonesTelevisionsData DestructionIT Asset Disposition (ITAD)+2 more
(512) 340-7393Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat–Sun Closed

Wright Recycling LLC

9513 Brown Ln Austin TX 78754 USA

Wright Recycling is a family-owned metal recycling company and scrapyard in Austin, Texas, operating since 2012. They collect, process, and recycle metals, electronics, and appliances for both residential and commercial customers, with on-site weighing, instant payment, and per-piece or per-pound pricing. The company offers free mobile pickup for businesses and handles commercial and industrial loads, including HVAC and AC unit processing, serving clients such as HVAC companies, electricians, contractors, plumbers, apartment communities, and property managers.

Scrap MetalFerrous MetalsNon-Ferrous MetalsElectronicsAppliancesHVAC and AC Units+2 more
(512) 367-0915Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Sun Closed

Materials Accepted in Austin

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Austin include Aluminum, Copper, Iron, Brass, Electronics. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Austin, Texas

Austin's Resource Recovery department runs a blue-cart single-stream program that takes glass bottles and jars right at the curb, no separate bin needed. The city set a Zero Waste goal in 2011 to divert 90 percent of trash from landfills by 2040, but recent city audits show Austin is far off pace, with a landfill diversion rate still in the high 30 percent range. Recycling, composting, and trash all run on different schedules, so knowing your pickup day for each cart matters here. Texas has no bottle deposit law, so cash refunds for cans and bottles are not a thing statewide. Government-issued ID required for regulated metals including copper and catalytic converters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Austin recycle glass in the curbside bin?

Yes. Austin's blue single-stream recycling cart accepts glass bottles and jars right alongside paper, cardboard, plastic, and metal cans. Just remove the lids and put those in the trash cart, and keep the glass clean and dry. The Austin Materials Recovery Facility has earned a gold certification from the Glass Recycling Foundation for how it processes glass, so this isn't an afterthought program.

What can't go in the Austin blue recycling cart?

Plastic bags and film, Styrofoam, clothing and shoes, garden hoses, aluminum foil, food-soiled paper like pizza boxes, and household hazardous waste all need to stay out of the blue cart. Diapers and needles are contamination hazards for the sorting facility and must go in the trash. Any electronics also don't belong curbside; they go to the Recycle and Reuse Center instead.

Where does Austin take household hazardous waste and electronics?

The Recycle and Reuse Center handles both, by appointment only, scheduled through the Austin Recycles app or the city's online scheduling page. It accepts paint, automotive fluids, batteries, pesticides, and fluorescent bulbs as hazardous waste, plus computers, TVs, appliances, and other electronics for recycling. Curbside customers can also schedule an on-demand household hazardous waste pickup instead of driving it in.

Does Austin have curbside composting?

Yes, the green organics cart is collected weekly on the same day as trash, which is more frequent than the every-other-week recycling schedule. It accepts food scraps, yard trimmings, and BPI-certified compostable items. The composting rollout took several years to reach all eligible households, finishing out around 2021.

Is there a cash refund for recycling cans and bottles in Austin?

No. Texas has no statewide bottle deposit law, so there's no redemption value for cans or bottles the way there is in states like Michigan or California. Scrap metal is different: Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1956 requires anyone selling regulated metal like copper, brass, or aluminum to a scrap dealer to show a government-issued ID, and dealers must keep records of the transaction for several years.

Austin Recycling Tips

  • •Rinse glass jars and bottles before putting them in the blue cart, and toss loose metal lids in the trash instead of leaving them on.
  • •Recycling only runs every other week in Austin, so check your specific collection day through the city's My Schedule tool rather than assuming a weekly pickup.
  • •Skip plastic bags entirely in the blue cart; they jam sorting equipment and contaminate the load. Take them back to a grocery store drop bin instead.
  • •Book your Recycle and Reuse Center visit in advance. It's appointment-only, and tires there carry a $6 per-tire fee.
  • •If you're taking scrap metal like copper wire or aluminum to a Texas dealer, bring a driver's license or other government ID. State law requires it before the dealer can pay you.

Recycling Centers Near Austin

The closest recycling centers in neighboring areas:

City of Pflugerville Recycle Center
Pflugerville, TX · 10 mi
ABS Metal Recycling LLC
Unknown, TX · 11 mi
Duke's Junk Recycling (Junk Drop-Off Center)
Manor, TX · 13 mi
Round Rock Recycling Center
Round Rock, TX · 14 mi
Texas Disposal Systems Landfill
Creedmoor, TX · 14 mi
Texas Disposal Systems Materials Recovery Facility
Creedmoor, TX · 14 mi

Recycling Centers in Nearby Cities

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