Glass Act Recycling
Recycling Center in Alexandria, Louisiana
About This Location
Glass Act Recycling is Alexandria's community-powered nonprofit at 5215 Leo Street — the city's primary public drop-off for glass, aluminum cans, cardboard, and scrap metal, operating Friday and Saturday mornings.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Appliances · Glass · Cardboard & Paper
What they do not accept
Fees
- Standard drop-off (glass, cans, cardboard, scrap metal) — Free
- Yellow Bin residential pickup program (Alexandria & Pineville) — $25/month
Programs & events
- Yellow Bin Residential Pickup — Monthly curbside pickup of glass and aluminum for Alexandria and Pineville residents. Program includes a yellow bin and mesh sack for $25/month.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What glass can I bring to Glass Act Recycling?
Glass Act accepts clean, food-grade glass containers: wine bottles, beer bottles, canning jars, and sauce jars. Rinse containers before dropping off. Mirrors, dishware, light bulbs, and candle jars with wax are not accepted.
Can I drop off cardboard at Glass Act?
Yes. A grant program expanded Glass Act's services to include corrugated cardboard. Boxes must be flattened and free of food residue. Wax-coated containers, envelopes, and tissue paper are not accepted.
Is there a curbside pickup option?
Yes. The Yellow Bin program picks up glass and aluminum cans from your home in Alexandria and Pineville for $25 per month. Contact Glass Act at info@glassactrecycling.com or through their website to sign up.
Can I access the drop-off containers during the week?
The outdoor collection containers are accessible Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (unstaffed). Staffed in-person drop-off for all materials happens Friday and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
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