Recycling Centers in Chalmette, LA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Chalmette, Louisiana. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Chalmette, Louisiana. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Chalmette area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Chalmette: A Local Guide
Chalmette, the parish seat of St. Bernard Parish, sits along the east bank of the Mississippi River just southeast of New Orleans, and its two listed recycling businesses are both concentrated on Paris Road—a heavy-industrial corridor that has served the parish since before Hurricane Katrina reshaped the landscape in 2005. WB Scrap Metal at 5000 Paris Rd is the more conventional scrap yard of the two, purchasing ferrous metals (steel, iron) and non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass) by weight from walk-in customers Monday through Saturday, with the yard open as early as 7:00 AM most weekdays. Raisinman Towing & Salvage at 5441 Paris Rd has been in continuous operation since 1989, focusing on junk vehicle purchase with free tow-away across St. Bernard and Orleans parishes—it is an auto salvage operation rather than a general recycling drop-off.
Neither Paris Road facility accepts the full range of household recyclables that many residents search for—materials like electronics, glass bottles, household batteries, or paper. For those items, St. Bernard Parish maintains a Chalmette Recycling Drop-off Center at 1351 E St Bernard Hwy operated by the parish government (sbpg.net). The parish also hosts periodic household hazardous waste (HHW) collection events; check the St. Bernard Parish Government website for current schedules.
If your primary need is getting rid of a junk car or a load of scrap copper from a renovation project, both Paris Road yards offer a straightforward cash transaction. WB Scrap Metal is the right call for mixed metal loads; Raisinman is the go-to if you need a vehicle towed away and paid for in one visit. The Louisiana recycling directory lists additional options across the state, and nearby parishes including New Orleans, Belle Chasse, and Arabi offer additional scrap and general recycling resources for St. Bernard Parish residents.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Chalmette
Where can I recycle electronics or household items in Chalmette?
The two Paris Road businesses—WB Scrap Metal and Raisinman Towing & Salvage—focus on scrap metal and salvage vehicles, not general household recyclables. For electronics, batteries, and other household items, contact St. Bernard Parish Government at sbpg.net for drop-off locations and HHW event dates.
Does WB Scrap Metal in Chalmette buy copper and aluminum?
Yes. WB Scrap Metal at 5000 Paris Rd purchases non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, and brass, in addition to ferrous metals (steel, iron) and salvage vehicles. The yard is open Monday–Friday 7 AM–3 PM and Saturday 7 AM–noon. Call (504) 279-5000 for current pricing.
Can Raisinman Towing pick up my junk car in Chalmette?
Yes. Raisinman Towing & Salvage has purchased junk cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs in any condition since 1989, and includes free towing with the vehicle purchase. Call (504) 271-9396 Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM to arrange pickup in St. Bernard or Orleans Parish.
Are there other recycling options near Chalmette in St. Bernard Parish?
Yes. The St. Bernard Parish Government operates a public recycling drop-off and periodic HHW events for residents—visit sbpg.net for current locations and hours. For broader Greater New Orleans options, see the New Orleans and Arabi city pages, or browse the Louisiana recycling directory.