Recycling Centers in Midlothian, VA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Midlothian, Virginia. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
If you live in Midlothian 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 Midlothian: A Local Guide
Midlothian, Virginia has 5 recycling options in our directory, including two Chesterfield County convenience centers, a scrap-metal yard, an auto-parts recycler and a private hauler. Midlothian is an unincorporated community in Chesterfield County, so public recycling here is run by the county's convenience-center program. The county switched to subscription-based private curbside recycling, so residents either sign up with a private hauler or use the free county drop-off centers. See our Virginia recycling hub for the statewide view.
For free public drop-off, the Northern Area Convenience Center at 3200 Warbro Road and the Chesterfield County recycling center next door accept household recyclables for Chesterfield residents. For scrap metal, USA Iron and Metal on Deerhill Road is a local metals buyer, and Chesterfield Auto Parts – Southside handles end-of-life vehicles and used parts. County Waste of Virginia provides private collection. Accepted materials and fees differ by site, so check each center's page to confirm what it accepts.
Midlothian sits in the Richmond metro, so nearby options are plentiful. See Richmond (28 centers) for the most choices, plus Fredericksburg and Lynchburg. Browse every Virginia city on our Virginia recycling hub.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Midlothian
Where can I recycle for free in Midlothian, VA?
Chesterfield County operates free recycling convenience centers, including the Northern Area Convenience Center at 3200 Warbro Road. It accepts aluminum, cardboard, glass, metal containers, mixed paper and #1–#7 plastics, but not plastic bags, Styrofoam or food-contaminated containers. Confirm current accepted items on the center's page.
Does Midlothian have curbside recycling?
Chesterfield County, which includes Midlothian, moved to a subscription-based curbside recycling model, meaning residents arrange pickup directly with a private hauler rather than receiving automatic county curbside service. As an alternative, the county's convenience centers offer free drop-off recycling seven days a week.
Where can I recycle a car or scrap metal in Midlothian?
Chesterfield Auto Parts – Southside on Genito Road handles end-of-life vehicles and used auto parts, and USA Iron and Metal on Deerhill Road buys scrap metal. Pricing and accepted materials vary, so contact each business directly.
Can I recycle Styrofoam in Midlothian?
No. Chesterfield County's convenience centers do not accept Styrofoam (expanded polystyrene) in their recycling bins, along with plastic bags and food-contaminated containers. Check the Northern Area Convenience Center page for the current list of accepted materials.