Buckman Iron & Metal Co Inc
Recycling Center in Mendota, Illinois
About This Location
Buckman Iron & Metal Co is a full-service scrap recycling facility in Mendota, Illinois that has operated for over 120 years. The company bills itself as the first drive-thru scrap recycling facility in Northern Illinois, letting customers drop off metal without leaving their vehicle. It buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals, batteries, radiators, appliances and junk vehicles - it is a scrap buyer, not a household curbside drop-off.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Batteries · Appliances
What they do not accept
Access & restrictions
Full-service public scrap-metal recycler with a drive-thru; not a household curbside drop-off · Buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals, batteries, radiators, appliances and junk vehicles; also offers roll-off and semi services for industrial scrap and trash hauling
Programs & events
- Drive-thru scrap recycling — Promoted as the first drive-thru scrap recycling facility in Northern Illinois - drop off metal without leaving your vehicle
- Roll-off and semi services — Roll-off and semi services for industrial scrap and trash hauling
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals does Buckman Iron & Metal buy?
They buy ferrous metals like iron and steel and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, brass and stainless steel, plus used batteries, radiators, appliances and junk vehicles.
Does Buckman really have a drive-thru?
Yes. The company promotes itself as the first drive-thru scrap recycling facility in Northern Illinois, so you can drop off metal without leaving your vehicle.
What are Buckman's hours in Mendota?
Listings report Monday through Friday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, closed Sunday. Call +1 815-223-0322 to confirm.
Can I recycle household bottles or electronics here?
This is a metal recycler, not a curbside household drop-off. We could not verify electronics or everyday recycling here, so use a municipal program for those materials.
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