Household, rechargeable, lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries all need special handling — they can start fires in trucks and landfills and contain recoverable metals.

In Pennsylvania we list 20 batteries drop-off locations across 20 cities, with the most in Ashville, Atglen, Clearfield, Columbia and Effort. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Batteries Drop-Off Locations in Pennsylvania

Joe Krentzman & Son Inc

📍Hollidaysburg · 311 Wall St, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
📞+1 814-696-0234
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Hinston's Salvage And Auto Cores

📍Montgomery · 121 PA-54, Montgomery, PA 17752
📞+1 570-447-7469
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Igreen Electronics

📍Reading · 250 Corporate Dr, Reading, PA 19605
📞+1 610-926-1717
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Electronics Recycling Facility

📍Lebanon · 1805 Russell Rd, Lebanon, PA 17046
📞+1 717-867-5790
🕐Today: 8 AM–3:30 PM
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Military Road Recycling Site

📍Stroudsburg · 1114 Military Rd, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
📞+1 570-643-6100
🕐Today: Closed
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Novey Recycling

📍Clearfield · 1661 Martin St, Clearfield, PA 16830
📞+1 814-765-4125
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–5 PM
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Royalton Recycling - Roll Off Dumpster Service & Scrap Metal Recycling

📍Middletown · 3 Hollendale St, Middletown, PA 17057
📞+1 717-944-4823
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Sahd Metal Recycling

📍Columbia · 1045 Lancaster Ave, Columbia, PA 17512
📞+1 717-684-8506
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Atglen Recycling Inc

📍Atglen · 551 Zion Hill Rd, Atglen, PA 19310
📞+1 717-617-7994
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Great Metal Recycling

📍Walnutport · 324 Riverview Dr, Walnutport, PA 18088
📞+1 484-623-4888
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Mon-Valley Recycling Center

📍Mckeesport · 51 Will St, McKeesport, PA 15132
📞+1 412-751-3900
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Emert Recycling

📍Hatfield · 2700 Richmond Rd, Hatfield, PA 19440
📞+1 215-855-7690
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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Penn Mar Recycle Company

📍Shrewsbury · 14 Onion Blvd, Shrewsbury, PA 17361
📞+1 717-235-6200
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Elk County Community Recycling Center

📍St Marys · 850 Washington St, St Marys, PA 15857
📞+1 814-834-4886
🕐Today: Closed
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Buckhorn Recycling & Compost Facility

📍Ashville · Buckhorn Recycling & Compost Facility, Ashville, PA 16613
📞+1 814-941-6675
🕐Today: 10 AM–5 PM
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Ephrata Recycling

📍Ephrata · 339 E Fulton St, Ephrata, PA 17522
📞+1 717-733-9300
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Chestnuthill Township Transfer Station/Recycling Center

📍Effort · 3223 Hillcrest Dr, Effort, PA 18330
📞+1 570-992-4654
🕐Today: Closed
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Indiana County Solid Waste Authority

📍Homer City · 1715 US-119, Homer City, PA 15748
📞+1 724-479-0444
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
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Abe N Solomon Inc

📍Wilkes Barre · 701 S Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702
📞+1 570-822-5182
🕐Today: 7 AM–3 PM
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Derry Township Recycling Center

📍Hershey · 650 Clearwater Rd, Hershey, PA 17033
📞+1 717-533-8665
🕐Today: Closed
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Recycling Batteries in Pennsylvania: What to Know

🔋 Single-use (alkaline)
Common AA/AAA/9V. Some areas accept in regular trash, but recycling is preferred.
⚡ Rechargeable & lithium-ion
Phone, laptop and power-tool batteries. Tape the terminals and never bin them loose.
🚗 Lead-acid (car)
Vehicle batteries are widely bought back by auto and scrap yards for their lead.

How to Prepare Batteries

  • Tape the terminals of lithium and 9V batteries to prevent sparks.
  • Never put lithium-ion batteries in curbside recycling — they cause fires.
  • Bag batteries separately and keep them out of the rain.
  • Bring lead-acid car batteries to an auto parts store or scrap yard — many pay a core fee.

Batteries Recycling FAQ — Pennsylvania

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most batteries drop-off locations?

The most batteries drop-offs are in Ashville (1), Atglen (1), Clearfield (1), Columbia (1) and Effort (1). In total we list 20 locations across 20 Pennsylvania cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle batteries in Pennsylvania?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Pennsylvania directory. Many hardware stores and electronics retailers also host battery drop-off boxes. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off batteries?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put batteries in my curbside bin?

Usually no — batteries typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all battery recycling locations by city, the full Pennsylvania recycling directory, or batteries recycling in Texas, Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, Minnesota.