Pickens County Recycling Center

Recycling Center in Jasper, Georgia

📍 390 Appalachian Ct, Jasper, GA 30143
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About This Location

The Pickens County Recycling Center at 390 Appalachian Court in Jasper, Georgia is a full-service county drop-off that goes well beyond basic recyclables. Free recycling covers cardboard, mixed paper, plastics #1 and #2, aluminum, metal, and glass, and the site also takes electronics, tires, mattresses, appliances, and bagged household trash for posted fees. Free on-site paper shredding is offered as well. The center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM, and closes on holidays.

What Pickens County Recycling Center Accepts

✓ Cardboard (Free; no greasy pizza boxes)
✓ Mixed paper (junk mail, newspapers, magazines) (Free)
✓ Plastics #1 and #2 (Free)
✓ Aluminum and other metals (Free; includes steel)
✓ Glass (Free)
✓ Electronics (Most free; flat-screen monitors and heavier loads charged by size/weight)
✓ Tires (Small $4, large $7)
✓ Mattresses / box springs ($5-$15)
✓ Appliances (AC, refrigerator, freezer) ($12 each)
✓ Batteries
✓ Paper shredding (Free; large quantities by appointment)
✓ Household trash (bagged) (Up to 33 gal $1/bag; larger $3/bag)
✓ Clothing / shoes (Donation bins)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Mattresses · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Greasy pizza boxes

Fees

  • Flat-screen monitor up to 32" — $3.00
  • Flat-screen monitor larger than 32" — $5.00
  • Electronics by weight (50-200+ lbs) — $10-$40
  • Small tires — $4.00
  • Large tires — $7.00
  • Mattress / box spring — $5-$15
  • Appliances (AC, refrigerator, freezer) — $12.00 each
  • Bagged trash up to 33 gallons — $1.00 per bag
  • Bagged trash larger than 33 gallons — $3.00 per bag

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Recycling and paper shredding are free; electronics, tires, mattresses, appliances, and bagged trash carry posted fees. Large-quantity shredding by appointment. Closed on holidays.

Programs & events

  • Free paper shredding

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is recycling free at the Pickens County Recycling Center?

Yes. Recycling of cardboard, mixed paper, plastics #1 and #2, aluminum, metal, and glass is free, as is paper shredding. Electronics, tires, mattresses, appliances, and bagged trash carry posted fees.

Does the center accept electronics, and is there a charge?

Yes. Most electronics are free, but flat-screen monitors cost $3 (up to 32") or $5 (larger), and electronics by weight run $10-$40 for 50-200+ lbs.

What does it cost to drop off tires, mattresses, or appliances?

Tires are $4 (small) or $7 (large), mattresses and box springs are $5-$15, and appliances such as AC units, refrigerators, and freezers are $12 each.

Can I bring household trash, and what does it cost?

Yes. Bagged household trash is $1 per bag up to 33 gallons and $3 per bag for larger bags.

Are there any items the center won't take?

Greasy pizza boxes are not accepted with cardboard because the grease and cheese contaminate the paper stream.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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Contact & Location

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390 Appalachian Ct, Jasper, GA 30143
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City / State
Jasper, Georgia

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 8 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-5 PM
Thursday 8 AM-5 PM
Friday 8 AM-5 PM
Saturday 8 AM-5 PM
Sunday Closed

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