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Christmas Lights

Christmas lights/string lights are accepted as recycling at the Drop-Off Station and as general trash at the Recovery Yard.

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String lights are made out of many different materials and therefore cannot be put in curbside recycling bins.

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String lights often come with extra bulbs! You can also purchase replacement bulbs separately.

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.

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