Earthbound Recycling

Recycling Center in Eureka, Missouri

📍 25 Truitt Dr, Eureka, MO 63025
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About This Location

Earthbound Recycling at 25 Truitt Dr in Eureka, Missouri bills itself as the only place in the St. Louis area that accepts over 100 different items in one location. It buys scrap metals (copper, brass, aluminum, steel, stainless and lead) at competitive prices and takes electronics, appliances, CFL bulbs, single-use batteries, paint and household chemicals for recycling. There is also a Last Chance Resale Shop for reusable paint, books and tools. Most electronics are free, but some items carry a fee, and paper and cardboard can be dropped off around the clock.

What Earthbound Recycling Accepts

✓ Scrap metal (Steel, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel and lead bought at competitive prices.)
✓ Electronics (Most electronic items (anything with a cord or battery) accepted; most at no cost, with fees for TVs and monitors.)
✓ Appliances (Household appliances accepted.)
✓ Paper and cardboard (Paper and cardboard accepted; a 24/7 drop-off is available for paper and cardboard.)
✓ Paint and household chemicals (Paint and household chemicals accepted for a small fee; usable paint is resold through the resale shop.)
✓ CFL bulbs (Compact fluorescent light bulbs accepted.)
✓ Single-use batteries (Single-use (alkaline) batteries accepted for a fee.)
✓ Clothing and textiles (Clothing accepted.)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing

What they do not accept

No formal exclusion list is published. With 100+ accepted items it is easier to call (636) 938-1188 to confirm an unusual item than to rely on a short list.

Fees

  • TVs and computer monitors — 40 cents per pound
  • Microwave ovens — $5 each
  • Single-use batteries — 75 cents per pound
  • Paint and household chemicals — Small fee (amount not published)

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public; walk-in drop-off. All major credit and debit cards accepted for recycling fees. Paper and cardboard can be dropped off 24/7.

Programs & events

  • Last Chance Resale Shop — On-site resale shop selling usable paint at rock-bottom prices plus books, tools and vintage items diverted from recycling.
  • Scrap-metal buying — Pays competitive prices for steel, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel and lead.
  • 24/7 paper and cardboard drop-off — Paper and cardboard can be dropped off around the clock.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Earthbound Recycling accept?

Earthbound accepts over 100 items at one location: scrap metals, electronics, appliances, CFL bulbs, single-use batteries, paint, household chemicals, clothing and paper/cardboard. It is the only St. Louis-area site advertising this range.

Does Earthbound Recycling charge to recycle TVs?

Yes. TVs and computer monitors are recycled for 40 cents per pound. Microwaves are $5 each and single-use batteries are 75 cents per pound. Most other electronics are free.

What are Earthbound Recycling's hours?

The center is open Monday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and is closed Sunday. Paper and cardboard can be dropped off 24/7.

Does Earthbound pay for scrap metal?

Yes. Earthbound buys steel, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel and lead at competitive prices and accepts all major credit and debit cards for any recycling fees.

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Recycling Centers Near Eureka

Contact & Location

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25 Truitt Dr, Eureka, MO 63025
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City / State
Eureka, Missouri

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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