Recycling Centers in Wilmington, DE
Find drop-off recycling locations in Wilmington, Delaware. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Wilmington has 9 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in Wilmington: A Local Guide
Wilmington has 9 recycling-related sites in our directory, spanning several different material streams. From the names and categories we track, the mix includes material processors (National Paper Recycling, Eco Plastic Products of Delaware, Diamond State Recycling), a national hauler (Republic Services), the city's landfill (Cherry Island Landfill), an auto / cash-for-cars operator (Ace Towing & We Pay Cash For Cars), an electronics repair-and-recycle shop (NerdIT Now) and an EcoATM kiosk for trading in used phones. For household recycling, the City of Wilmington runs a single-stream curbside program through its Department of Public Works, collecting recyclables in a cart on Thursdays (east of I-95) or Fridays (west of I-95). Browse more statewide options on our Delaware recycling hub.
The options here split cleanly by material. For electronics, NerdIT Now is a local electronics shop and the EcoATM kiosk takes used phones and small devices for trade-in. For paper and cardboard, National Paper Recycling is the dedicated processor, while Eco Plastic Products of Delaware handles plastics. For an old vehicle, Ace Towing & We Pay Cash For Cars is the cash-for-cars name in the list. We don't yet publish full per-site accepted-material lists or hours, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
If Wilmington doesn't have what you need, nearby Delaware communities carry their own listings. Newark and New Castle are both close, and Dover adds options to the south. You can also browse every city we cover on the Delaware recycling hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Wilmington
Does Wilmington, DE have curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Wilmington runs a single-stream curbside recycling program through its Department of Public Works, using a wheeled recycling cart. Recycling is collected on Thursdays east of I-95 and Fridays west of I-95. Confirm your schedule and request a cart through the Public Works Call Center.
What items are not accepted for recycling in Wilmington?
Like most single-stream programs, Wilmington's cart is for clean, empty recyclables only. Household hazardous waste (such as paint, chemicals and motor oil) is not a curbside item. For old paint and similar hazardous materials, Delaware residents are directed to the Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA). Confirm the current do-not-recycle list with the city.
Where can I recycle electronics in Wilmington?
For electronics, NerdIT Now is a local electronics operation and the EcoATM kiosk accepts used phones and small devices for trade-in or recycling. Check each location's page and contact them to confirm what they take and any trade-in terms.
Are there recycling options near Wilmington?
Yes. Nearby Delaware cities with their own listings include Newark, New Castle and Dover. You can browse every city we cover on the Delaware recycling hub.