Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action Recycling & Litter Prevention
Recycling Center in Lancaster, Ohio
About This Location
Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action Recycling & Litter Prevention at 1761 East Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio is Fairfield County's primary community recycling center — accepting household recyclables, scrap metal, and electronics for residents and businesses on weekdays.
What this location Accepts
Related recycling guides: Electronics · Appliances · Glass · Plastic · Cardboard & Paper · Textiles & Clothing
What they do not accept
Fees
- Electronics/e-waste recycling — first 30 lbs — Free
- Electronics/e-waste recycling — over 30 lbs — $0.12 per pound
- Document shredding — $0.12 per pound
- Household recyclables (cans, plastics, paper, cardboard) — Free
Access & restrictions
Walk-in (no appointment)
Programs & events
- Fairfield County Residential Recycling Host Sites — 23 neighborhood drop-off sites across Fairfield County for household recyclables. Find locations at fairfieldrecycles.org.
- Electronics & Shredding Events — Periodic special events for electronics and document shredding. Check fairfieldrecycles.org/calendar for upcoming dates.
- Hefty EnergyBag Partnership — Program to recycle hard-to-recycle plastics not accepted in standard curbside bins.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hours is the Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action recycling drive-through open?
The scrap metal and recycling drive-through at 1761 E Main St is open Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 2 PM. The office is open 8 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays. The facility is closed Saturday and Sunday.
Does Lancaster-Fairfield Community Action accept electronics and e-waste?
Yes. Electronics (computers, phones, and other devices) are accepted. The first 30 lbs are free; additional weight is charged at $0.12 per pound. Special electronics and shredding events are also held periodically — check fairfieldrecycles.org for dates.
Can I recycle glass at the E Main St facility in Lancaster?
Glass bottles and jars are accepted at six designated drop-off locations throughout Fairfield County, but not at every site. Remove lids and corks before dropping off glass. Call 740-687-1295 to find the nearest glass drop-off location.
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