SERVICE UPDATE: RAA will be testing new routes beginning April 3rd. Service days will stay the same but timing may change. Place carts out no later than 7am on your collection day, and if it hasn't been picked up by 4pm please notify the city at 734-994-7336 the following business day.

Recovery Yard Prices

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DROP-OFF INFORMATION

We take a wide range of items for recycling and safe disposal. Customers should report to the office prior to unloading their material. Fees are applicable on the majority of items and are necessary to ensure diversion from landfill is maximized, and items are indeed disposed of correctly. Directions will be given at the office, assistance unloading is available if required. 

Pets and children under 13 yrs old must stay in the car at all times

PROHIBITED DROP-OFF ITEMS

  • Liquids, paints or varnish
  • Toxics
  • Alkaline (single use) batteries
  • Fluorescent light bulbs
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food waste
  • Asbestos containing materials
  • Sod or turf
  • Soil, dirt, or sand
  • Fertilizer
  • Root systems
  • Any yard waste larger than 12 inches in diameter
  • Asphalt
  • Deceased pets, livestock, or wildlife

DROP-OFF RECYCLING SERVICE FEES

A $3 recycling service fee is payable at the office prior to recycling the following: General recyclables– paper, glass, plastic, and cardboard

Large vehicles bringing in large quantities: $15 recycling service fee

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ITEMS ACCEPTED FOR RECYCLING

Yard Waste and Scrap Materials

  • Yard Waste
    $18/cubic yard
  • Metal Items (excl. electrical & appliances)
    FREE
  • Concrete*
    $40/cubic yard
  • Clean Wood (no paint or stains)
    $18/cubic yard

* Concrete must not be painted or mixed with trash, tile, or brick to be recycled.

Other Items

  • Dishwasher
    $7
  • Microwave
    $5
  • Freon Appliances
    $28
  • Propane Tanks, Small
    $6
  • Propane Tanks, Large
    $12

DROP-OFF WASTE DISPOSAL

General Waste

Treated wood, household furniture, construction debris, and other misc. waste, $28/cubic yard

Furniture

  • Dining or Living Room Chair
    $10
  • Armchair
    $15
  • Love Seat
    $20
  • Sofa
    $25
  • Sleeper Sofa
    $30
  • Mattress/Box Spring - Crib
    $7.50
  • Mattress/Box Spring - Twin
    $15.00
  • Mattress/Box Spring - Full
    $17.50
  • Mattress/Box Spring - Queen
    $20.00
  • Mattress/Box Spring - King
    $25.00

Tires for Disposal

  • Car Tire
    $8.50 each
  • Truck Tire
    $17 each
  • Tire with Rim
    additional $6

Other Items

  • Shingles, brick, blocks, & tile
    $40/cubic yard
  • Railroad Ties
    $5 each

DUMPSTER RENTAL INFORMATION

All customers must call to schedule removal of the dumpster. Dumpsters held for more than 7 days are billed at $20 per day. The dumpster must not be overfilled, contents must be level with no material sticking up or out of the sides. Concrete is only allowed in 10 yard dumpsters.

PROHIBITED ITEMS IN DUMPSTER

- Liquids of any kind including paint
- Toxics, batteries, and light bulbs
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Food and kitchen waste
- Asbestos containing materials
- Sod or turf
- Soil, dirt, or sand
- Fertilizer
- Yard waste unless in an exclusive dumpster
- Deceased pets, livestock, or wildlife
- Asphalt
- TVs or Monitors

A minimum fine of $100 is payable if any of the above are placed in the dumpster 

DUMPSTER RENTAL RATES

  • 10 c.y. dumpster - 3 ton limit
    $355
  • 20 c.y. dumpster - 4 ton limit
    $420
  • 30 c.y. dumpster - 5 ton limit
    $470
  • 40 c.y. dumpster - 6 ton limit
    $575

The Recovery Yard is a 501(c)3 non-profit. Each dumpster is sorted and the materials that can be are recycled.

EXTRA CHARGES

Extra charges are applied for tires, freon appliances, and electronics if they are placed in a dumpster. See the Drop-Off price list for rates.

Prices are subject to change at any time

DELIVERY FEES

Delivery fees range from $65 to $125 depending on your zip code/location. Please call for more information.

  - 48103: $65-70
  - 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

OVERWEIGHT FEES

Dumpsters exceeding the maximum weight are subject to an additional fee of $40 per excess ton or part thereof.

EXTRA DAY FEES

All dumpster rentals are for a period of 7 days. Dumpsters held for more than 7 days are subject to a $30 per day additional rental fee. 

PROHIBITED/BILLABLE ITEMS

Items placed in the dumpster that are listed in the ‘Extra Charge’ section will be billed at our standard drop-off rate.

A minimum fine of $100 is payable if any prohibited items are placed in the dumpster

More info at recycleannarbor.org/a-z-recycling-guide