Recycling Centers in Loveland, CO
Find drop-off recycling locations in Loveland, Colorado. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Loveland, Colorado. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Loveland area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Loveland: A Local Guide
Loveland, Colorado has two distinct recycling options serving Larimer County residents: a full-service municipal drop-off center and a for-profit scrap metal buyer — each accepting different materials under different terms.
The City of Loveland Recycling Center at 400 N Wilson Ave is operated by the City's Public Works department and accepts the broadest range of materials in the area. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed Mondays and select holidays), it takes single-stream recyclables (glass, cardboard, plastics, metals), electronics including CRT televisions, yard waste with a Yard Waste Permit, motor oil (up to 8 gallons/day), cooking oil (up to 5 gallons/visit), automotive and household batteries, mattresses, appliances, tires, car seats, and limited concrete. Some items carry fees: mattresses are $29 each, CRT screens $1.25 per diagonal inch, LCD/LED screens $0.50 per diagonal inch, and tires $4–$24 depending on type. Hazardous materials — paint, solvents, pesticides — are not accepted here and must go to Larimer County's household hazardous waste program. Call 970-962-2529 for questions.
Colorado Iron & Metal at 2929 N Garfield Ave is a private scrap metal buying yard, not a free municipal service. The Loveland yard specializes in non-ferrous metals — aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, lead, and more — plus automotive batteries, radiators, compressors, and end-of-life vehicles through their ELV program. A government-issued photo ID is required for all sales, and prices change daily (call 970-667-4059 for current rates). Summer hours (March–November) are Monday–Friday 8 AM–4:30 PM and Saturday 8 AM–Noon; the yard is closed Saturdays in winter (December–February). Large ferrous loads should go to the company's Fort Collins location at 903 Buckingham Street.
For hazardous household waste in Larimer County, residents should visit the Colorado statewide recycling directory for the nearest HHW drop-off. Nearby cities with additional recycling options include Fort Collins, Greeley, Longmont, and Boulder.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Loveland
Is the City of Loveland Recycling Center open on Mondays?
No — the City of Loveland Recycling Center at 400 N Wilson Ave is closed every Monday. It is open Tuesday through Sunday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM, plus Friday with the same hours.
Where can I recycle scrap metal in Loveland, CO?
Both Loveland centers accept metal. The City Recycling Center takes scrap metal for free as part of its drop-off program. Colorado Iron & Metal on N Garfield Ave goes further — they pay cash for non-ferrous metals like copper, aluminum, and brass, and also buy end-of-life vehicles.
Do I need to be a Loveland resident to use the Wilson Ave recycling center?
The facility is open to everyone, but Loveland residents must show a current Yard Waste Permit to receive resident rates on organics and clean lumber drop-off. Without the permit, nonresident rates apply to those categories.
What does Loveland's recycling center charge for old mattresses and TVs?
At the City of Loveland Recycling Center, mattresses and box springs cost $29 each to drop off. CRT televisions and monitors are charged at $1.25 per diagonal inch; LCD/LED screens are $0.50 per diagonal inch. Card payments carry a 2.85% surcharge.