Recovery Yard Prices

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DROP-OFF INFORMATION

The Recovery Yard accepts a wide range of construction and demolition (C&D) and single-stream materials for recycling and safe disposal. To ensure that the materials are properly disposed of and to increase landfill diversion, most items are subject to fees. Upon arrival, please stop at the gatehouse, to have your materials assessed by the attendant and pay the appropriate fees. The gatehouse attendant will then direct you to the designated drop-off areas where your items should be placed.

To save time and money, it's recommended that you separate your recyclable materials from general waste before arriving at the Recovery Yard. For safety reasons, pets and children under 13 years old must remain inside the vehicle at all times. Prices are subject to change, and our staff reserves the right to refuse any material that is deemed unsuitable.
 

RECOVERY YARD MATERIAL FEES

The Recovery Yard, operated by Recycle Ann Arbor, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, is primarily funded by the fees collected from its users, which helps to maintain the services provided. We appreciate your continued support!

Credit Card transactions only, no cash or checks.
 

Per Day – Standard General Recycling: $3
Per Day – Large Vehicle General Recycling: $15

Large vehicle is defined as a small box truck and up, a fully loaded truck, or trailer. RAA reserves the right to adjust pricing for commercial quantities. Commercial loads may be subject to different pricing and fees, so please call ahead to check on capacity availability before bringing in commercial loads.

The general recycling fee covers the recycling of these accepted materials:

  • Mixed Paper/Boxboard
  • Cardboard
  • Plastic bottles, tubs, and containers (PET#1, HDPE #2, and PP #5 only)
  • Metal cans and scrap metal (non-electronic items and appliances)
  • Glass bottles and jars (any color)
     
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ADDITIONAL FEES FOR DROP-OFF MATERIALS RECYCLING

C&D

  • Clean Wood
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  • (no paint/stain, particle board, or plywood)
    $32/cubic yard
  • Usable Wood Pallets
    $2.50/pallet, XL $4.50/pallet

Heavy C&D

  • Clean Concrete
    $40/cubic yard

*To be recycled, concrete must not be painted, or mixed with trash, tile, or brick.
 

Tires

  • Car Tires (under 16")
    $8.50/each
  • SUV/Truck/Semi Tires (over 16")
    $17/each
  • Tires with Rims
    additional $6

Misc. Items

  • Propane Tanks
    Small $6/each, Large $12/each
  • Dishwasher
    $7
  • Microwave
    $5
  • Freon appliances
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  • (refrigerators, freezers, A/C Units, dehumidifiers)
    $30/each
  • Yard Waste
    $18/cubic yard, $3/bag

*Wood pieces must be less than 4ft long and less than 8" in diameter

Please Note: Electrical items will be priced at the gatehouse and assessed there.

FEES FOR DROP-OFF WASTE DISPOSAL

Construction & Demolition Waste

  • Treated wood, construction debris, and other misc. waste
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    Minimum half-yard $16, $32/cubic yard, $8/bag

Furniture

  • Dining or Living Room Chair
    $10
  • Armchair/Upholstered Chair
    $25
  • Couch/Sofa
    $40
  • Love Seat
    $30
  • Sleeper Sofa
    $60

Mattresses and Box Springs

  • Mattress or Box Spring - Twin
    $25
  • Mattress or Box Spring - Full
    $40
  • Mattress or Box Spring - Queen
    $40
  • Mattress or Box Spring - King
    $50

Heavy C&D

  • Brick, Blocks, Tile, & Railroad Ties
    $40/cubic yard
  • Shingles
    $40/cubic yard

RECOVERY YARD DOES NOT ACCEPT 

  • Alkaline (single-use), Lithium, and other rechargeable batteries
  • Ammunition 
  • Antifreeze
  • Asbestos-containing materials
  • Asphalt
  • Automotive and rechargeable batteries 
  • Bulbs (all types)
  • Deceased pets, livestock, or wildlife
  • Electronics and electronic appliances
  • Fertilizer/pesticides
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food and household solid waste
  • Gasoline, motor oil, oil filters
  • Liquids
  • Medical waste, pharmaceuticals
  • Paints or varnish (latex or oil-based)
  • Plastic bags
  • Smoke detectors
  • Sod or turf
  • Soil, dirt, sand, gravel, root systems
  • Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam
  • Textiles
  • Toxics/chemicals
  • Tractor tires
  • Any yard waste larger than 12 inches in diameter
  • #3, #4, #6, and #7 Plastics

ROLL-OFF CONTAINER RENTAL INFORMATION

We sort each roll-off container with the goal of maximum recovery, keeping valuable materials out of the landfill and recycled to their highest value and best use. 

Request a Roll-Off Container Rental

Credit Card transactions only, no cash or checks.

Roll-Off Container Rental Rates

  • 10 yard Container - 3 ton limit
    $355
  • 20 yard Container - 4 ton limit
    $420
  • 30 yard Container - 5 ton limit
    $470
  • 40 yard Container - 6 ton limit
    $575

Please note: Concrete and other heavy Construction/Demolition is only permitted in 10 Yard containers.

All Roll-off containers are rented for a period of 7 days. Containers kept for more than 7 days are subject to an additional $30 per-day rental fee. 

Customers are responsible for scheduling the pick-up of their roll-off container. Containers will not be removed on day 7 unless requested at the time of order. To schedule a pickup, please call the Recovery Yard at 734-426-2280.

Delivery Fuel Charge

All roll-off container deliveries are subject to a fuel charge ranging from $65 to $125, depending on your zip code/location. Please call the Recovery Yard at 734-426-2280 for more information.

  • 48103: $70
  • 48104: $85
  • 48105: $85
  • 48108: $85
  • 48109: $85
  • Dexter: $65-75
  • Chelsea: $80-95
  • Pinckney: $95-105
  • Saline: $100-110
  • South Lyon: $110-125
  • Whitmore: $100-120
  • Ypsilanti: $95-105
  • Oxford Property & Yellowstone: $75 for all Ann Arbor Deliveries

Materials Not Accepted In Roll-Off Containers

  • Alkaline (single-use), Lithium, and other rechargeable batteries
  • Ammunition 
  • Antifreeze
  • Asbestos-containing materials
  • Asphalt
  • Automotive and rechargeable batteries 
  • Bulbs (all types)
  • Deceased pets, livestock, or wildlife
  • Electronics and electronic appliances
  • Fertilizer/pesticides
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food and household solid waste
  • Gasoline, motor oil, oil filters
  • Liquids
  • Medical waste, pharmaceuticals
  • Paints or varnish (latex or oil-based)
  • Plastic bags
  • Smoke detectors
  • Sod or turf
  • Soil, dirt, sand, gravel, root systems
  • Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam
  • Textiles
  • Toxics/chemicals
  • Tractor tires
  • Yard waste unless in an exclusive dumpster
  • #3, #4, #6, and #7 Plastics

A $100- $300 fine will be charged if any of the above prohibited items are placed in the roll-off container. 

Additional Fees and Restrictions

  • Roll-off containers that are kept for more than 7 days will incur a charge of $30 per day. 

  • Contents must be at or below the container fill level. No materials should be sticking up or overflowing from the sides. Overfilled containers will not be serviced, and a wasted trip charge of $150-$200 will be applied to the credit card on file, pending container location.

  • Roll-off containers exceeding the maximum weight limit will incur an additional fee of $40 for each ton over the limit.

  • Customers are not permitted to relocate the container after it has been delivered.

  • After pickup, additional fees will apply for tires and freon appliances placed in the roll-off container. For rates, please refer to the Additional Fees for Drop-Off Materials Recycling price list above. Prices are subject to change at any time.