Recycling Centers in Waldorf, MD
Find drop-off recycling locations in Waldorf, Maryland. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Waldorf has 3 recycling centers listed in this directory. Each listing includes the address, phone number, and opening hours where available. Call ahead to confirm accepted materials before making the trip.
Recycling in Waldorf: A Local Guide
Waldorf, the largest community in Charles County, MD, is served by three distinct recycling facilities — a county-run drop-off center, a regional scrap metal yard, and a specialty auto-core buyer — giving residents and businesses multiple options depending on the material at hand.
The most broadly useful stop for households is the Charles County Landfill & Recycling Center at 12305 Billingsley Rd, operated by the county's Department of Public Works. It accepts curbside recyclables generated within Charles County, plus used motor oil and automotive fluids, antifreeze, yard waste (10-bag limit), durable medical equipment, and donated books, DVDs, and CDs through the Discovery Book Bin. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM; the center is closed Sundays and county holidays. Note that only materials from Charles County residences are accepted.
For scrap metal and electronics recycling, Potomac Metals Inc at 2 Henry Ford Circle is a state-of-the-art regional yard open Monday–Friday 7 AM–5 PM and Saturday 7 AM–1 PM. The facility buys ferrous metals (steel, cast iron) and nonferrous metals (copper, brass, aluminum, lead, zinc), appliances, motors, wire, and electronics. A valid government-issued ID is required to receive payment, and Freon must be professionally removed from refrigerated appliances before drop-off.
D & J Core Suppliers at 2320 Old Washington Rd specializes in used automotive cores — motors, transmissions, differentials, radiators, catalytic converters, and other rebuilt components — as well as nonferrous metals. It is a member of the Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association and pays on-site for accepted parts. Whole cars, tires without rims, aluminum cans, and Freon-containing items are not accepted. Hours are weekdays 9 AM–3:30 PM; closed weekends.
Nearby cities in Maryland with additional recycling options include La Plata, Brandywine, Clinton, and Fort Washington. For state-level guidance on Maryland recycling programs, visit the Maryland recycling directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Waldorf
Where can I drop off recyclables in Waldorf, MD on a Saturday?
Two options: the Charles County Billingsley Road Recycling Center is open Saturday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM for curbside recyclables and motor oil. Potomac Metals at 2 Henry Ford Circle is open Saturday 7 AM–1 PM for scrap metal. Both are closed on Sundays.
Does Waldorf have a place to drop off used motor oil?
Yes — the Charles County Landfill Recycling Center on Billingsley Rd has a dedicated Used Motor Oil & Antifreeze collection site accepting motor oil, transmission fluid, gear oil, hydraulic oil, and power steering fluid, Monday–Saturday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM.
Can I sell old car parts or scrap metal in Waldorf?
Potomac Metals buys a wide range of ferrous and nonferrous metals. For specific automotive cores — motors, transmissions, alternators, catalytic converters — D & J Core Suppliers on Old Washington Rd is the specialized buyer. Both pay cash on-site with a valid ID.
Are the Waldorf recycling centers open to all Maryland residents or only Charles County?
The county-run Billingsley Road Recycling Center restricts acceptance to residential materials generated within Charles County. Potomac Metals and D & J Core Suppliers are private businesses open to anyone.