Construction recycling
How to Recycle Asphalt Shingles
Asphalt roofing shingles from tear-offs and new-construction scrap. EPA estimated about 15.1 million tons in 2018, with landfill as the primary destination. Specialty processors grind acceptable loads into RAS for hot-mix asphalt where plants and specs allow.
Check local acceptanceUsually a tip fee, sometimes lower than mixed C&D. RAS value accrues mainly to the paving plant, not the homeowner.Last reviewed July 31, 2026
Quick answer
Tear-off asphalt shingles can become recycled asphalt shingles (RAS) for road mix at specialty plants, but most still landfills. Keep nails, wood, and trash out. Not curbside, and not the same as pavement RAP.
- Recycling route
- Check locally
- Typical value
- Usually a tip fee, sometimes lower than mixed C&D. RAS value accrues mainly to the paving plant, not the homeowner.
- Donate / take-back
- Available
How to Prepare
- 1Sort asphalt shingles from wood, felt underlayment trash, and metal flashing.
- 2Keep loads as free of dirt and bagged trash as you can.