Recycling Centers in Harrisonburg, VA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Harrisonburg, Virginia. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Harrisonburg and need a convenient place to recycle, this directory helps you find local recycling centers. These centers accept standard materials like paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and aluminum, as well as specialty items depending on the facility. Browse the listings below to find contact information and hours for each location.
Recycling in Harrisonburg: A Local Guide
Harrisonburg, Virginia has 5 recycling options in our directory, including the city's public drop-off site, a scrap-metal yard, independent recyclers and electronics kiosks. Harrisonburg ended its single-stream curbside recycling pickup in 2018, so there is no automatic curbside recycling for most residents. Instead, the City of Harrisonburg operates the Recycling Convenience Center at 2055 Beery Road, where residents bring pre-sorted materials themselves. For the statewide view, see our Virginia recycling hub.
The city-run Recycling Convenience Center on Beery Road accepts materials in marked bins, including #1 and #2 plastics and household batteries, and partners with a composter for food scraps. For scrap metal, Rockingham Scrap Metal on N Liberty Street is the local metals yard, and Dave's Recycling is an independent operator on Leray Circle. For phones and small electronics, there are two ecoATM kiosks in town. Accepted items and fees differ by site, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Need more choices nearby? Virginia's biggest recycling markets include Richmond (28 centers), Alexandria and Arlington (8 each), plus Roanoke and Lynchburg. Explore every Virginia city on our Virginia recycling hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Harrisonburg
Where can I recycle in Harrisonburg, VA?
The City of Harrisonburg runs a Recycling Convenience Center at 2055 Beery Road, where residents drop off pre-sorted recyclables into marked bins. There is no city-wide curbside recycling pickup, so residents transport materials themselves. Confirm current accepted items on the center's page before visiting.
Does Harrisonburg have curbside recycling?
No. Harrisonburg ended its single-stream curbside recycling pickup in 2018. The city later added a reservation-based cardboard collection program, but general recycling is handled through drop-off at the Beery Road Recycling Convenience Center rather than curbside bins.
Is there a scrap yard in Harrisonburg, VA?
Yes. Rockingham Scrap Metal on N Liberty Street is a scrap-metal yard in Harrisonburg. Accepted grades and payment rates vary, so check the center's page and contact them for current details.
Can I recycle cans for money in Virginia?
Virginia does not have a bottle-and-can deposit (bottle bill), so you cannot redeem beverage containers for a deposit refund. However, scrap yards such as Rockingham Scrap Metal may buy aluminum by weight. Rates vary, so confirm with the yard directly.