Greenway Recycling Services Llc
Recycling Center in Chicago, Illinois
About This Location
GreenWay Recycling Services at 2100 S Kilbourn Avenue on Chicago's Southwest Side is a City-certified construction-and-demolition recycling facility that is open to the public Monday through Saturday. It accepts C&D debris (wood, drywall, concrete, brick, shingles, wiring), landscaping waste, scrap metal and appliances, plus cardboard, paper and plastics — and pays on the spot for acceptable materials. The company also rents roll-off dumpsters and provides weight tickets and diversion reports for City of Chicago compliance.
What GreenWay Recycling Services LLC Accepts
Related recycling guides: Appliances · Yard Waste · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
GreenWay is a construction-and-demolition recycler, not a curbside program or household-hazardous-waste site. For household hazardous waste, paint or electronics, Chicago residents should use the City's household chemical and computer recycling facility.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public Mon-Sat for drop-off and dumpster rental; acceptable materials are paid on the spot. Located one block east of Cicero Ave, one block north of Cermak Rd.
Programs & events
- Roll-off dumpster rentals
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can anyone drop off recycling at GreenWay Recycling in Chicago?
Yes. GreenWay is open to the public Monday through Saturday for drop-off and dumpster rentals. It specializes in construction and demolition debris but also takes scrap metal, appliances, cardboard, paper and plastics.
Does GreenWay Recycling pay for materials?
Yes. For acceptable materials dropped off, GreenWay says you get paid on the spot. Contact them for current rates, since prices for metals and other commodities change.
Does GreenWay take household trash, paint or tires?
No. GreenWay does not accept household trash, liquids, contaminated soil, asbestos, paint or tires. It is a construction-and-demolition recycler, so household hazardous waste should go to the City of Chicago's household chemical and computer recycling facility instead.
What are GreenWay Recycling's hours?
GreenWay is open Monday through Friday 5 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 5 AM to 3 PM, and is closed Sunday. It is located at 2100 S Kilbourn Ave, one block east of Cicero and one block north of Cermak.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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