Aim Recycling Oakland
Recycling Center in Oakland, Maine
About This Location
AIM Recycling at 25 Ayer St in Oakland, Maine is a full-service scrap-metal recycling yard open to the public. It buys steel and iron, copper and brass, aluminum, wire, household metals, batteries, and computer and electronic waste, and also handles industrial scrap, bin and trailer service, and demolition cleanups. Public drop-off hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
What AIM Recycling Oakland Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries
What they do not accept
AIM is a scrap-metal and electronics recycler, not a municipal transfer station. It does not take household trash, curbside plastics/glass/paper, or yard waste. The site references 'conditionally accepted' and 'prohibited' material lists; call to confirm items before hauling.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public for scrap drop-off; AIM also runs CRV (container redemption) and industrial bin/trailer services. Call 207-465-2212 for pricing or prohibited-item questions.
Programs & events
- CRV container redemption
- Certified destruction / data destruction
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What scrap metals does AIM Recycling in Oakland, Maine buy?
AIM buys steel and iron, copper and brass, aluminum, wire, household metals, and batteries. Prices are set by weight and grade; call 207-465-2212 for current rates.
Does AIM Recycling Oakland take computers and electronics?
Yes. The Oakland location lists computer and electronic waste among its accepted materials and also offers certified data destruction.
What are AIM Recycling Oakland's hours?
The Oakland yard is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, closed Sunday.
Can I recycle plastic, glass, or cardboard at AIM in Oakland?
No. AIM is a scrap-metal and electronics recycler, not a curbside-style center. For plastics, glass, and paper, use your Oakland-area municipal recycling or transfer station instead.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.