Recycling Centers in San Marcos, TX
Find drop-off recycling locations in San Marcos, Texas. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Residents of San Marcos, Texas 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 San Marcos: A Local Guide
San Marcos has four recycling and reuse operations serving different needs. The City of San Marcos Reuse Warehouse at 634 E Hopkins is the top choice for households — City garbage customers can drop off usable household goods, tools, building supplies, and scrap wood every Saturday from 8 AM to noon (donations close at 11:30 AM). Shopping is free and limited to 10 items per visit. Mattresses, upholstered furniture, and clothing are not accepted.
For scrap metal, Browder Recycling at 2525 TX-21 buys copper, aluminum, brass, iron, steel, stainless steel, and automotive batteries — paying cash by weight Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM (closed weekends). Larger non-ferrous and ferrous loads are welcome; current prices fluctuate with the commodity market.
Drivers looking to scrap a junk vehicle or sell scrap metal on a Saturday can visit Roadrunner Recycling at 16380 N Hwy 123, which is open Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5 PM and Saturday 9 AM–3 PM; they also offer free junk car pickup.
PGM of Texas LLC at 525 Platinum Dr is a specialized commercial facility — North America's largest catalytic converter recycler — recovering platinum, palladium, and rhodium from converters and DPFs; it primarily serves auto recyclers and muffler shops. For curbside recycling questions, the San Antonio regional guide and neighboring Seguin listings are useful references. Other nearby communities include Austin and San Angelo. See the full Texas recycling directory for statewide resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in San Marcos
Where can I recycle household items for free in San Marcos, TX?
The City of San Marcos Reuse Warehouse at 634 E Hopkins accepts household goods, tools, books, and building supplies from City garbage customers every Saturday 8 AM–noon. Shopping and drop-off are free; donations close at 11:30 AM.
Where can I sell scrap copper or aluminum in San Marcos?
Browder Recycling at 2525 TX-21 buys copper, aluminum, brass, iron, and steel Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM. Call 512-396-3683 for current pricing before bringing a large load.
Does San Marcos have curbside recycling?
Yes. The City of San Marcos provides curbside recycling collection for residents as part of its solid waste service. Contact the City Solid Waste Division at 512-393-8000 or visit sanmarcostx.gov for collection schedules and accepted materials.
Is PGM of Texas open to the public for drop-off?
PGM of Texas is a commercial precious-metals refiner focused on catalytic converters. It primarily works with automotive businesses. Individuals with a single converter should call 844-271-9198 to confirm walk-in availability before visiting.