Recycling Centers in Rockford, MI
Find drop-off recycling locations in Rockford, Michigan. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Rockford, Michigan. This directory lists 2 facilities serving the Rockford area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Rockford: A Local Guide
Rockford, the seat of northern Kent County in Michigan, is served by two recycling facilities with very different purposes — a full-service Kent County public drop-off center and a private scrap-metal and junk-vehicle buyer.
North Kent Recycling & Waste Center at 2908 Ten Mile Road NE is operated by the Kent County Department of Public Works and is the broadest recycling resource in the area. It accepts single-stream recyclables (glass, cardboard, metal cans, plastic containers #1–#7, cartons, and paper) free for Kent County residents, with no appointment needed Monday–Saturday 7:30 AM–5 PM. Beyond curbside materials it hosts polystyrene/Styrofoam recycling, free electronics recycling for most plugged-in devices (CRT TVs carry a $3–$4 fee), appliance and tire recycling for a fee, scrap metal drop-off, compressed gas tank recycling, and holiday string-light recycling. Every Friday 8:30–11:30 AM the SafeChem program accepts household hazardous waste — automotive fluids, paints, and more — free for residents. Recyclables must be placed loose, not in bags, and illegal dumping is enforced.
All Car Auto Parts & Scrap Metal Recycling at 10331 Northland Drive NE is a private scrap business that pays cash for junk cars, trucks, and scrap metals of all types. It also sells used and new auto parts. This is not a free municipal drop-off — the operator asks customers to call (616) 866-2148 before arriving and to use the North Gate entrance. Hours are Monday–Friday 10 AM–6 PM and Saturday noon–6 PM. Vehicle pickup is available by arrangement.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Rockford
Is single-stream recycling drop-off at North Kent free, and do I need to be a Kent County resident?
Yes, it is free — but the residential drop-off stations are for Kent County residents only. Businesses, farms, schools, and institutions are not permitted to use them. Trash disposal and specialty programs such as appliance and tire recycling are open to residents and commercial haulers alike, with applicable fees.
Where can I recycle electronics in Rockford, MI?
North Kent Recycling & Waste Center accepts most plugged-in electronics free for Kent County residents. CRT monitors and televisions (27" and under) carry a $3 fee for residents and $4 for non-residents. Appliances with refrigerant have a separate fee. Drop off Monday–Saturday 7:30 AM–5 PM; no appointment needed.
Does North Kent accept Styrofoam packaging?
Yes. A polystyrene densifier on-site takes white packing foam, foam coolers, foam cups, foam clamshells, and clean foam trays. Packing peanuts, colored foam, meat trays, and any foam with food residue are not accepted in this program.
Do I need to call before bringing scrap metal or a junk car to All Car Auto Parts?
Yes. All Car Auto Parts & Scrap Metal explicitly asks customers to call (616) 866-2148 before arriving and to enter via the North Gate at 10331 Northland Drive NE. The facility pays cash for scrap vehicles and metals; it is a buy/sell operation, not a free public drop-off.