Residents of Lares, PUERTO-RICO can use this directory to locate nearby recycling drop-off locations. Whether you have household recyclables or specialty items like electronics or batteries, the facilities listed here can help you dispose of materials responsibly.

Recycling in Lares: A Local Guide

Lares is a mountainous municipality in northwestern Puerto Rico, and its primary verified recycling resource is a scrap-metal buying operation in the rural barrio Callejones area.

Alex Metal Corp operates on PR-129 at around km 22.8 in barrio Callejones, Lares. It purchases scrap metal directly from individuals and businesses — including aluminum, steel and iron, wheel rims (aros), galvanized roofing sheet (calamina), radiators, motors, batteries and stainless steel. Because payment is made at time of drop-off, call (787) 219-2109 to confirm what they are currently buying and at what prices before loading up.

Operating hours for Alex Metal Corp could not be independently verified from a published source; calling ahead is strongly recommended. Puerto Rico scrap-dealer law requires dealers to record seller identification for certain metals, so bring a photo ID when you visit.

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Alex Metal Corp

📍 Alex Metal Corp, bo callejones, PR-129 km 22.8, Lares, 00669, Puerto Rico
📞 +1 787-219-2109
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William Ruiz

📍 74XQ+QX william Ruiz, Lares, 00669, Puerto Rico
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Lares

What can I recycle or sell in Lares, Puerto Rico?

Alex Metal Corp on PR-129 (km 22.8) buys scrap metal including aluminum, steel, iron, wheel rims, galvanized roofing sheet, radiators, motors, batteries and stainless steel. Call (787) 219-2109 to confirm current materials and prices before visiting.

Does Alex Metal Corp in Lares accept non-metal recyclables?

No verified information exists to confirm acceptance of non-metal materials such as paper, cardboard, plastic, or glass. Alex Metal Corp is a scrap-metal buyer; for other recyclables, contact the Puerto Rico Solid Waste Authority or your local municipal office.

Do I need an ID to sell scrap metal at Alex Metal Corp?

Puerto Rico law requires scrap dealers to record seller identification for certain metals, so bring a photo ID. Whether this specific yard always requests ID could not be verified — confirm when you call (787) 219-2109.