A-Tec Recycling Inc
Recycling Center in Des Moines, Iowa
About This Location
A-Tec Recycling Inc was an electronics and universal-waste recycler at 5745 NE 17th St in Des Moines, handling CRT and LCD monitors, computers, printers, servers, fluorescent lamps, ballasts and lead-acid batteries — a state-permitted CRT/electronics processor, not a household curbside service. Multiple business listings now show the location as permanently closed, so call ahead before visiting.
Status Update
This location appears to be closed. Listed as CLOSED / permanently closed on MapQuest and Yelp. An exact closure date was not confirmed; verify current status before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is A-Tec Recycling in Des Moines still open?
Multiple business directories now list the 5745 NE 17th St location as permanently closed. We could not confirm an exact closure date, so call before making a trip.
What did A-Tec Recycling accept?
Electronics such as CRT and LCD monitors, computers, printers and servers, plus cable/wire, fluorescent lamps, ballasts and batteries including lead-acid. It was an electronics and universal-waste processor, not a curbside recycler.
Did A-Tec take household trash or curbside recyclables?
No. It specialized in electronics, lamps, ballasts and batteries — not general household recycling or trash.
Where can I recycle electronics in Des Moines now?
With A-Tec listed as closed, check the Metro Waste Authority and current Iowa DNR-permitted e-waste recyclers for active drop-off options.
Were there fees?
Fees for CRT TVs/monitors and other items were not verified. Electronics recyclers commonly charge for CRT devices, so confirm pricing directly with any active facility.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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