Pennsylvania Resources Council

Recycling Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

📍 828 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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About This Location

The Pennsylvania Resources Council has coordinated hard-to-recycle collections in the Pittsburgh region since 1939, running drive-through events throughout Allegheny County where residents can safely dispose of electronics, household chemicals, tires, and Styrofoam.

What this location Accepts

✓ TVs (flat-screen, CRT, projection/console) — at collection events
✓ Computer monitors — at collection events
✓ Computers, laptops, tablets, cell phones, cables — at collection events
✓ Printers and microwaves — at collection events
✓ Household batteries — at collection events
✓ Fluorescent and CFL bulbs — at collection events
✓ Styrofoam — at collection events
✓ Car tires (with or without rim) — at collection events
✓ Small Freon appliances — at collection events
✓ Glass bottles and jars — via permanent glass recycling bins program
✓ Powered lawn tools — at collection events

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Tires · Appliances · Glass

What they do not accept

✕ Household garbage
✕ Liquids and unknown chemicals
✕ Walk-in drop-off at the office — no permanent drop-off counter at 828 W North Ave

Fees

  • TVs (flat-screen or CRT) — $35 each
  • Projection or console TVs — $45 each
  • Computer monitors — $20 each
  • Printers, microwaves, powered lawn tools — $5 each
  • Car tires (no rim) — $6 each
  • Car tires (with rim) — $14 each
  • Small Freon appliances — $10 each
  • 4-foot fluorescent light tubes — $2 each
  • 8-foot fluorescent light tubes — $4 each
  • Batteries, bulbs, cables, computer equipment, phones, Styrofoam, small appliances — $5 per vehicle (unlimited quantity)

Programs & events

  • Hard to Recycle Collection Events — Drive-through events held at various Allegheny County venues throughout the year. Line closes at 1:00 PM. Cash, check, and cards accepted.
  • Glass Recycling Bins — Permanent glass bottle and jar drop-off bins at multiple sites across the Pittsburgh region
  • Household Chemical Collections — Seasonal drive-through events for paint, pesticides, motor oil, and other household chemicals
  • Pennsylvania Recycling Hotline — Free statewide referral service: 1-800-346-4242

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off a TV at the PRC office on W North Ave in Pittsburgh?

No. The 828 W North Ave address is an administrative office, not a permanent drop-off site. PRC accepts TVs — at a fee of $35 for flat-screen or CRT, $45 for projection models — only at its scheduled drive-through Hard to Recycle collection events held at off-site venues around Allegheny County.

How much does it cost to bring electronics to a PRC collection event?

Batteries, bulbs, phones, cables, Styrofoam, and small appliances cost a flat $5 per vehicle regardless of quantity. Laptops and computers are in that flat-fee category; monitors are $20 each; printers are $5 each. PRC accepts cash, check, and card.

How do I find the next PRC Hard to Recycle event near Pittsburgh?

Visit prc.org for the current event calendar. Events are held at multiple Allegheny County locations from spring through fall; the line at each event closes at 1:00 PM. You can also call the Recycling Hotline at 1-800-346-4242 for referrals.

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Contact & Location

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Address
828 W North Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15233
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Website
prc.org
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City / State
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Opening Hours

Monday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (office hours)
Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (office hours)
Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (office hours)
Thursday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (office hours)
Friday 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (office hours)
Saturday Closed (collection events at off-site venues; see schedule)
Sunday Closed

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