♻️

About This Location

Mervis Recycling on North Cunningham Avenue in Urbana accepts scrap steel, aluminum, copper, brass, electric motors, and more — with Saturday morning hours for weekday drop-off flexibility.

What this location Accepts

✓ Scrap steel and iron (heavy melt, structural, sheet metal)
✓ Cast iron
✓ Large household appliances
✓ Aluminum (cans, extrusions, cast, siding, sheet)
✓ Copper (bare bright, tubing, insulated wire)
✓ Brass (plumbing fixtures, faucets, fittings)
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Electric motors
✓ Auto and truck batteries
✓ Radiators (aluminum and copper)
✓ Aluminum and copper radiators from vehicles
✓ Scrap farm and construction equipment
✓ Transmissions and other auto scrap

Related recycling guides: Batteries · Appliances

What they do not accept

✕ Household garbage or non-metal waste
✕ Tires
✕ Electronics (contact yard for current policy)
✕ Hazardous materials

Fees

  • Scrap metal drop-off — No fee — Mervis pays you for accepted materials based on current scrap prices

Programs & events

  • Online Client Portal — Commercial customers can view transactions and scale tickets via the Mervis client portal at clientportal.mervis.com.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Mervis Recycling in Urbana close on weekdays?

The Urbana yard closes at 3:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes before closing if you have a large load, as weigh-in takes time.

Does Mervis Recycling in Urbana buy aluminum cans?

Yes, aluminum cans are accepted along with a wide range of other aluminum forms including extrusions, cast aluminum, and painted siding.

Can I bring scrap farm equipment or old machinery to Mervis Recycling in Urbana?

Yes. Mervis accepts scrap farm equipment, construction equipment, and industrial machinery. For very large items, call ahead at (217) 344-7696 to discuss logistics.

Last verified: . Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Contact & Location

📍
Address
3008 N Cunningham Ave, Urbana, IL 61802
📞
🌐
Website
🏙
City / State
Urbana, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
← All centers in Urbana