All Divisions of Recycle Ann Arbor will be closed on Monday, May 29th, to observe Memorial Day. Curbside Recycle Carts will be delayed by one day through Saturday.

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Metal

Up to 20lbs of metal is accepted in curbside recycling bins, and anything heavier than that is accepted at the Drop-Off Station and Recovery Yard.

Recycle Right!

Please do not put metal items smaller than your fist in the curbside recycling bin, especially sharp metal objects like nails and screws. Metal comes in many shapes, sizes, and types. Consider grouping large items together, so you can take them to the Drop-Off Station or Recovery Yard in one trip.

Live Zero Waste!

If the metal you are looking to recycle is still usable, it is possible to use the scraps to make art, or repurpose things for different uses.

Do any other places accept scrap metal?

Check out GLR Advanced Recycling.

Accepted at:

A2 Curbside Recycling

Step 1
All recyclable items should be washed, rinsed, and clean of all particulates of food and any liquid residue before placing them into the curbside bin.: Step 2
Remove caps and lids and discard into the trash.: Step 3
Residential curbside carts must be placed at the curb before 7 a.m. of the collection day.

Address:: Recycle Ann Arbor
P.O. Box 7180
Ann Arbor, MI 48107-7180
Phone:: 734.662.6288

Drop-Off Station

Step 1
When first arriving on-site, stop at the gatehouse to have your materials assessed and pay the appropriate fee (if applicable). price list for full details: Step 2
The gatehouse staff will give you direction as to where your items should be placed.: Step 3
Often you are required to visit several different areas and receptacles.: Step 4
Unloading and loading assistance is often available. For a complete list of what is accepted, visit the Drop-Off About page.

Address:: 2950 East Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone:: 734.971.7400
Hours:: What's Accepted; Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 6:30 pm*; Saturday 9 am to 6 pm*; CLOSED MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS, & SUNDAYS; Credit Cards ONLY. No cash/check.; *SEASONAL NOTICE - during the winter season, the following items cannot be accepted after 5 pm due to lighting and safety concerns: scrap metal, general waste, bulky waste, furniture, yard waste, or concrete.

Recovery Yard

Step 1
Prior to unloading, Call the office 734-426-2280 to receive directions and assistance.: Step 2
Please check our Recovery Yard Drop Off Price list as applicable fees will apply.: Prohibited Items:
No liquids, paints or varnishes, No toxics, No alkaline batteries, food waste, asbestos, soil, sand nor deceased pets, livestock or wildlife.

Address:: 7891 Jackson Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone:: 734.426.2280
Public drop-off hours:: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 3:15 pm; NEW: Saturday 9 am to 1 pm; Closed Sundays

All Divisions of Recycle Ann Arbor will be closed on Monday, May 29th, to observe Memorial Day. Curbside Recycle Carts will be delayed by one day through Saturday.

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Metal

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