North State Services
Recycling Center in Cloquet, Minnesota
About This Location
North State Services is a family-owned hauler based in Cloquet, Minnesota that has served the Carlton County area for more than 20 years. Rather than a walk-in drop-off yard, it provides weekly curbside garbage pickup, no-sort (single-stream) recycling collection, and light commercial roll-off container rentals. Service reaches Cloquet and nearby communities including Esko, Carlton, Proctor, Hermantown and Saginaw. Contact the office for pickup scheduling and dumpster quotes.
What North State Services Accepts
What they do not accept
This is a hauler offering curbside collection and dumpster rentals, not a walk-in household recycling drop-off. A specific list of accepted/excluded recycling materials is not published on the official site.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Appointment required · Service is by subscription/arrangement: schedule weekly pickup or request a roll-off container by contacting the office.
Programs & events
- No-sort weekly recycling
- Roll-off container rental
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North State Services a drop-off recycling center?
No. North State Services is a family-owned hauler. It provides weekly curbside garbage and no-sort recycling collection and roll-off dumpster rentals rather than a walk-in drop-off yard. Call (218) 310-1194 to set up service.
Do I have to sort my recycling?
No. North State Services offers no-sort (single-stream) recycling, so accepted recyclables can go in one container for weekly curbside pickup.
What areas does North State Services serve?
It serves Cloquet and surrounding Carlton County communities including Esko, Carlton, Proctor, Hermantown, Saginaw, Grand Lake, Solway, Pike Lake and Midway.
Can I rent a dumpster from North State Services?
Yes. The company rents light commercial roll-off containers in various sizes. Contact the office for a free estimate.
What are the office hours?
The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and closed weekends. A second line, (218) 879-4116, is also listed.
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