21 Recycling - Junk Recycling In Imperial
Recycling Center in House Springs, Missouri
About This Location
21 Recycling, located at 5212 Old Missouri 21 in House Springs (near Imperial), MO, is a privately operated scrap-metal yard and junk-car removal business that has served Jefferson County since 1998. Customers can drive in to drop off ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals — including aluminum, copper, brass, insulated wire, and electric motors — and receive cash payment on the spot. The yard also buys junk cars, trucks, and vans in any condition, and offers pickup services for vehicles that cannot be driven in. This is a commercial scrap-metal and junk-vehicle buyer, not a municipal or curbside recycling drop-off; only metals and junk vehicles are purchased here.
What 21 Recycling - Junk Recycling In Imperial Accepts
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What they do not accept
No specific list of rejected materials was published by the facility. Items other than scrap metals and junk vehicles (e.g., electronics, plastics, glass, hazardous waste) are not mentioned as accepted and should be confirmed by calling (636) 942-2448 before bringing them in.
Fees
- Scrap metal drop-off — No fee — facility pays cash per pound/ton for accepted metals.
- Junk car purchase / towing pickup — Facility pays cash for junk vehicles; towing/pickup service is described as available. Specific dollar amounts not published.
Access & restrictions
Commercial scrap-metal buyer and junk-car yard open to the general public during business hours. Walk-in drop-off accepted; pickup/towing available for junk vehicles. · This is not a municipal recycling center. Only metals and junk vehicles are purchased. Scrap prices fluctuate; call for current rates before visiting.
Programs & events
- Junk Car Removal & Cash Payment — 21 Recycling buys junk cars, trucks, and vans in any condition — collision, decay, or corrosion — and offers towing/pickup service.
- Scrap Metal Drop-Off — Customers may drive in and drop off ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metals for cash. Staff assist with unloading.
- 24/7 Service (by arrangement) — The official website notes '24/7 Service Available' in addition to regular hours, suggesting after-hours pickup can be arranged by phone.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 21 Recycling pay cash for scrap metal?
Yes. 21 Recycling pays cash on the spot for accepted ferrous and non-ferrous metals including steel, iron, aluminum, copper, brass, insulated wire, and electric motors. Prices fluctuate with market rates, so call (636) 942-2448 before your visit for current pricing.
Will they pick up my junk car, or do I have to bring it in?
Both options are available. You can drive or tow your vehicle to 5212 Old Missouri 21, or call 21 Recycling to arrange a pickup/tow. The facility advertises towing and same-day pickup service. Call (636) 942-2448 to schedule.
What condition does a junk car need to be in for 21 Recycling to accept it?
According to the facility's own website, they accept vehicles regardless of condition — whether the car is a victim of an auto collision, decay, or corrosion. Cars, trucks, and vans are all accepted.
Are there any materials 21 Recycling does NOT accept?
The facility specializes in scrap metals and junk vehicles only. No official list of rejected items is published. Non-metal materials such as plastics, glass, electronics, and hazardous waste are not listed as accepted. Call ahead at (636) 942-2448 to confirm whether a specific item is accepted.
Is 21 Recycling open on weekends?
Yes, Saturday hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, the same as weekdays. The facility is closed on Sundays. Hours are per the official 21-recycling.com website.
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