What are you trying to recycle?
Not every center takes everything. Choose your item to see how to prepare it, what it costs or pays, and where to take it.
Everyday recyclables
Recycle for cash
- Aluminum CansPaysSoda and beer cans, often paid by the pound.
- Bottles & Cans (Deposit)PaysRedeem container deposits in bottle-bill states.
- Scrap MetalPaysSteel, iron, aluminum, brass and other metals.
- CopperPaysCopper wire, pipe and fittings — the highest-paying common scrap.
- Catalytic ConvertersPaysUsed converters, bought by licensed recyclers.
- Car BatteriesPaysLead-acid batteries. Many stores pay or give credit.