Recycling Centers in Kalamazoo, MI
Find drop-off recycling locations in Kalamazoo, Michigan. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Kalamazoo has 4 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 Kalamazoo: A Local Guide
Kalamazoo, Michigan has 4 recycling centers and scrap yards listed below, ranging from auto and metal recyclers to a Republic Services drop-off. On top of these private facilities, the City of Kalamazoo provides free curbside recycling: every City household gets a 96-gallon cart and bi-weekly single-stream collection at no extra cost, with carts out by 6 a.m. on your scheduled day. For the full statewide picture, browse the Michigan recycling directory.
For scrap and auto metals, see Flowers Automotive Recyclers on E Crosstown Pkwy and Michigan Recycling Industries on E Vine St. For household drop-off, the Republic Services Recycling Drop Off and the Recycling Center are both on Gembrit Cir. Check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
If you can't find what you need locally, nearby Michigan cities have more options: Grand Rapids (9 centers), Flint (8) and Lansing (7). You can also start from the Michigan state hub to search by city or material.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Kalamazoo
Does the City of Kalamazoo offer curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Kalamazoo provides bi-weekly (every other week) curbside recycling to all City residents at no additional cost. Each home receives a 96-gallon recycling cart, and carts should be at the curb by 6 a.m. on your collection day. Collection day depends on your address; look it up on the City's Recycle Coach tool at kalamazoocity.org.
Is there a recycling drop-off in Kalamazoo?
Yes. The City of Kalamazoo operates a public recycling drop-off, and there are private drop-off options such as the Republic Services Recycling Drop Off on Gembrit Cir. Check the individual center page and the City's Recycling Drop-Off page for current hours and accepted materials.
Can I get the 10-cent deposit back on my bottles and cans in Kalamazoo?
Yes. Michigan has a 10-cent deposit on carbonated and alcoholic beverage containers, one of the highest in the country. You redeem them at retailers that sell those beverages (most grocery stores) rather than at the recycling centers listed here, which focus on scrap, metals, and single-stream recyclables.
What can't I put in my Kalamazoo recycling cart?
Rules vary, but the City's curbside program generally excludes plastic bags and film, foam, food-soiled items, and hazardous materials. Scrap metal, electronics, and auto parts should go to the appropriate center instead. Confirm the current accepted-items list on the City of Kalamazoo recycling page before setting out your cart.