Recycling Centers in Ottawa, IL
Find drop-off recycling locations in Ottawa, Illinois. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Ottawa, Illinois. This directory lists 6 facilities serving the Ottawa area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Ottawa: A Local Guide
Ottawa, Illinois has 6 recycling-related centers in our directory, weighted toward scrap-metal and industrial recyclers (Buckman Iron & Metal, Cimco Recycling Ottawa, Illinois Valley Recycling and Republic Services Illinois Valley Recycling), an auto recycler (Pro Auto Recyclers), and the Republic Services Landcomp Landfill. Unlike cities with a single municipal collector, the City of Ottawa does not run its own curbside program; instead it licenses private haulers, and residents arrange trash and recycling service directly with a licensed company such as Republic Services, Waste Management or Thrush Sanitation. See all Illinois cities on our Illinois recycling hub.
For scrap and industrial metal, Ottawa has Buckman Iron & Metal Company on Warehouse Drive and Cimco Recycling Ottawa on West Norris Drive, plus Illinois Valley Recycling. For end-of-life vehicles and used parts, Pro Auto Recyclers operates on West Marquette Street. Accepted materials and prices differ by yard, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Ottawa
Does the City of Ottawa, IL provide curbside recycling?
The City of Ottawa does not operate its own municipal collection program. Instead, the city licenses private haulers, and residents arrange trash and recycling service directly with a licensed company such as Republic Services, Waste Management or Thrush Sanitation. Contact your chosen hauler to confirm whether recycling is included, how it is sorted, and which materials are accepted.
Can you get money for recycling in Ottawa, Illinois?
Scrap metal is the main pay-out category. Yards such as Buckman Iron & Metal and Cimco Recycling Ottawa buy ferrous and non-ferrous metals; prices change daily and vary by material. Curbside recyclables (paper, cans, bottles) generally are not paid for. Contact each scrap yard directly for current buy-back prices.
Where can I recycle electronics in Ottawa, IL?
The City of Ottawa has hosted electronics recycling drive-thru events. Dates and accepted items vary, so check the City of Ottawa's website for the next event. Our directory also lists scrap and recycling facilities in Ottawa that may accept certain devices; confirm with each before you go.
What recycling options exist for cars and auto parts in Ottawa?
Pro Auto Recyclers on West Marquette Street handles end-of-life vehicles and used auto parts. Contact the yard to confirm towing, titling and payment before bringing a vehicle, since terms vary.