Recycling Centers in Auburn, AL
Find drop-off recycling locations in Auburn, Alabama. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Auburn and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Auburn: A Local Guide
Auburn, Alabama's two listed recycling facilities serve very different needs — one is a licensed transfer station for large loads of construction and yard debris, and the other is a scrap metal yard that pays cash for ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Neither handles everyday household recycling like bottles, cans, or paper.
Sand Hill Recycling at 4520 US Highway 29 South is operated by D&J Enterprises as a licensed transfer and recovery facility. It accepts construction and demolition (C&D) debris, municipal solid waste, yard and vegetative waste, and appliances after Freon removal. There is a minimum charge of $70 or 1 ton, with payment by weight or per roll-off container. D&J also offers 10, 20, 30, and 40 cubic yard roll-off containers for delivery and pickup. The facility is open Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, and is closed on weekends. This is the go-to option for contractors, landscapers, or homeowners cleaning out large volumes of debris.
Mims Recycling & Salvage at 7600 U.S. Hwy 280 W is a family-owned scrap metal and auto salvage operation. It buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals including steel, iron, copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, and non-ferrous alloys, as well as vehicles (running or not), auto parts, batteries, radiators, farm equipment, construction scrap, and appliances. The yard is open Tuesday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, closed Sunday and Monday. Scrap prices are not published online — call (334) 209-0193 for a current quote. Alabama law typically requires a photo ID when selling scrap metal; bring identification.
For everyday household recycling of bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard in Auburn, use the City of Auburn's residential program at auburnal.gov. Lee County residents outside city limits should contact Lee County for drop-off options. More facilities across the state are listed in the Alabama recycling directory. Nearby cities include Opelika, Montgomery, Birmingham, and Tuscaloosa.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Auburn
Where can I sell scrap metal in Auburn, AL?
Mims Recycling & Salvage at 7600 U.S. Hwy 280 W buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals, vehicles, appliances, farm equipment, and construction scrap. Open Tue–Fri 8 AM–5 PM, Sat 9 AM–2 PM. Call (334) 209-0193 for current scrap prices. Bring a photo ID — Alabama law requires identification for scrap metal sales.
Where can I dump construction debris or yard waste in Auburn?
Sand Hill Recycling at 4520 US-29 S accepts C&D debris, yard and vegetative waste, and municipal solid waste. Minimum charge is $70 or 1 ton; pay by weight or roll-off. Open Mon–Fri 6 AM–4:30 PM. Call (334) 821-9299 for current rates and container availability.
Is there a free household recycling drop-off in Auburn, AL?
Neither facility in this directory handles everyday household recycling for free. The City of Auburn manages curbside recycling collection for residents; visit auburnal.gov for pickup schedules and accepted materials.
Can I drop off a junk car in Auburn?
Mims Recycling & Salvage buys junk vehicles running or not. Call (334) 209-0193 to get a quote and arrange drop-off or pickup at their yard on US Hwy 280 W.