Recycling Centers in Mays Landing, NJ
Find drop-off recycling locations in Mays Landing, New Jersey. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Mays Landing and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Mays Landing: A Local Guide
Mays Landing, the county seat of Atlantic County, NJ, is home to three metal and auto recycling operations clustered along Route 50—all within a short stretch of NJ-50 between the 3100 and 3135 blocks.
The largest operation is Sims Metal Mays Landing at 3113 Route 50, part of Sims Limited's global metals recycling network. The facility buys all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metal from the general public and businesses across South Jersey: steel, iron, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, manufacturing scrap (turnings and borings), metal office equipment, production machinery, contractor debris, and vehicles. Vehicles must arrive drained of all fluids and with proof of ownership (title). A valid government-issued photo ID is required for every transaction. Hours: Monday–Friday 8 AM–4 PM, Saturday 8 AM–noon, closed Sunday. Roll-off bin rental and mobile pickup are available for large-volume jobs.
Route 50 U Pull It by Dirkes at 3135 NJ-50 is a self-service auto parts yard open seven days a week: Monday–Saturday 9 AM–4:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM–2:30 PM. Customers bring their own tools and pull parts directly from the yard inventory. The facility also accepts vehicle scrap (drop-off or pick-up available) and sells over-the-counter parts. Payment is cash only. A vehicle title must be ready for any scrapping transaction.
Junk Cars South Jersey also operates on NJ-50 in Mays Landing and focuses on junk vehicle purchasing and removal. No official website is published; contact them at (609) 335-3676 for a quote or pick-up arrangement.
Mays Landing residents who need general household recycling—paper, plastic, glass—should contact Atlantic County Utilities Authority, which operates the county's curbside and drop-off programs. Nearby communities with additional recycling options include Egg Harbor Township, Millville, and Vineland. The full New Jersey recycling directory covers all verified centers statewide.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Mays Landing
Do I need an ID to sell scrap metal at the Route 50 yards in Mays Landing?
Sims Metal requires a valid government-issued photo ID for all sellers, per New Jersey scrap metal regulations. Route 50 U Pull It is cash only and requires a vehicle title when scrapping a car.
Can I drop off a junk car in Mays Landing without a title?
All three Route 50 operations require a vehicle title (or proof of ownership) to complete a scrapping transaction. Sims Metal also requires vehicles to be free of gas, battery, and all fluids before delivery. Call ahead to confirm requirements: Sims Metal (609) 965-2900, Route 50 U Pull It (609) 796-7006, Junk Cars South Jersey (609) 335-3676.
What days is Route 50 U Pull It open in Mays Landing?
Route 50 U Pull It is open seven days a week: Monday–Saturday 9 AM–4:30 PM and Sunday 9 AM–2:30 PM. Bring your own tools for the self-service yard. Cash only.
Where can I recycle household items like paper and plastic in Mays Landing?
The Route 50 metal yards focus exclusively on scrap metal and vehicles—they do not accept household recyclables. For paper, plastic, glass, and general recycling in Atlantic County, contact the Atlantic County Utilities Authority or check nearby Egg Harbor Township, Millville, or Vineland for drop-off options.