Recycling Centers in Delaware, OH
Find drop-off recycling locations in Delaware, Ohio. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Delaware, Ohio. This directory lists 5 facilities serving the Delaware area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Delaware: A Local Guide
Delaware, Ohio has 5 recycling-related facilities listed on this page, ranging from scrap-metal yards and an industrial recycler to an electronics kiosk and the Delaware County transfer station. On top of these drop-off options, the City of Delaware runs an automatic weekly single-stream curbside recycling service: residents receive a blue 18-gallon bin or green 64-gallon tipcart, and glass, plastic, metal, paper and cardboard can all be combined in one container on your regular collection day. For a wider picture of options across the state, see our Ohio recycling hub.
For scrap and metals, the city has two yards worth checking: Sims Brothers Recycling on London Rd and Friction Metals on Curtis St. The Delaware County Transfer Station on US-42 handles larger disposal needs, and the ecoATM kiosk buys back used phones and small electronics. Hours, pricing and exactly which materials each site takes can change, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Nearby cities on our directory include Columbus (60 centers), Marion and Lancaster. You can also browse every listed city and drop-off site from the main Ohio recycling hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Delaware
Does the City of Delaware, Ohio offer curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of Delaware provides automatic weekly single-stream curbside recycling on your regular refuse collection day. Residents use a blue 18-gallon bin or a green 64-gallon tipcart, and recyclables do not need to be sorted.
What can I put in my Delaware curbside recycling cart?
According to the city, glass, plastic, metal, paper and cardboard can all be combined in your recycling container. Because contamination rules and plastic-number limits can change, confirm current guidelines with the City of Delaware Public Works before setting materials out.
Where can I recycle scrap metal in Delaware, Ohio?
Two scrap yards are listed here: Sims Brothers Recycling on London Rd and Friction Metals on Curtis St. Pricing and accepted metals vary by yard, so check each center's page and call ahead to confirm.
Where can I recycle electronics in Delaware, Ohio?
The ecoATM kiosk in Delaware buys back working phones, tablets and some small electronics. For TVs, monitors and bulkier e-waste, contact the Delaware County Transfer Station or check the Delaware-Knox-Marion-Morrow (DKMM) solid waste district for drop-off options.