Ralph's Recycling- The Red Bud Recycling Center
Recycling Center in Red Bud, Illinois
About This Location
Ralph's Recycling, at 3968 IL-3 in Red Bud, is a scrap-metal buying yard rather than a free municipal household drop-off. It takes ferrous and non-ferrous metals - including #1 steel, aluminum, brass and copper - along with electronics. If you have metal to sell rather than curbside recyclables like glass or mixed plastics, this is where to bring it.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics
Access & restrictions
scrap-metal buyer - pays for qualifying metal; not a free household drop-off · Commercial scrap yard. Call ahead to confirm current pricing and acceptance of a specific item. Published hours vary between directories, so confirm by phone before visiting.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ralph's Recycling a free public drop-off?
No. It operates as a scrap-metal buyer. You bring in metal or electronics and are paid for qualifying material rather than dropping it off for free.
What metals do they buy?
Steel (#1), aluminum, brass and copper, along with electronics. Prices follow the scrap market, so call 618-282-4400 for the day's rates before hauling a load.
Can I recycle cans here for money?
Aluminum is accepted, so cans can be sold by weight. Call ahead for current per-pound pricing, which changes with the market.
Do they take household glass, cardboard or mixed plastics?
No. This is a scrap and electronics yard. For glass, cardboard, paper and mixed plastics use a municipal or county recycling program instead.
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