Recycling Centers in Vancouver, WA
Find drop-off recycling locations in Vancouver, Washington. View hours, addresses, and phone numbers for each facility.
Find recycling drop-off locations in Vancouver, Washington. This directory lists 3 facilities serving the Vancouver area, with details on hours and contact information to help you plan your visit.
Recycling in Vancouver: A Local Guide
Vancouver, Washington sits at the heart of Clark County and has a strong mix of private recycling options spread across its northeast industrial corridor on 117th Ave and nearby streets. Three distinct operations serve different needs: H & H Wood Recyclers handles yard debris and construction waste, EH Metal Recycling buys scrap metal and junk vehicles for cash, and Earth Friendly Recycling provides certified e-waste and appliance recycling. Together they cover most materials that curbside service won't touch.
H & H Wood Recyclers at 8401 NE 117th Ave is the place for yard debris, stumps, concrete, and clean asphalt — open seven days a week with extended summer hours (Mon–Fri 7 am–6 pm in the March–October season). Fees are volume-based, ranging from $16 to $28 per cubic yard for most materials; clean asphalt drops for free. There are no residency restrictions and no appointment needed.
Just down the street, EH Metal Recycling at 8801 NE 117th Ave pays cash for steel, copper, aluminum, batteries, catalytic converters, and whole junk cars, open Monday–Friday 9 am–5:30 pm and Saturday 10 am–4 pm. They explicitly turn away aerosol cans, tires, liquids, and hazardous materials. For electronics with resale value or data-sensitive devices, Earth Friendly Recycling at 11825 NE 113th St is the specialized choice — they accept virtually anything with a power cord, offer certified data destruction, and are open Wednesday–Sunday with no appointment required. TV and refrigerant-appliance fees apply.
Vancouver's Clark County also runs a household hazardous waste (HHW) collection program through Clark County Environmental Services for items none of these private centers handle — paint, pesticides, fluorescent bulbs, and propane tanks. For nearby cities, see recycling options in Battle Ground and Camas, both of which are within EH Metal Recycling's stated service area. The Washington state recycling hub has a full overview of statewide resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Recycling in Vancouver
What does Columbia County accept for recycling?
The three recycling centers serving Vancouver, WA are in Clark County, not Columbia County. Clark County options here cover yard waste (H & H Wood Recyclers), scrap metal (EH Metal Recycling), and electronics (Earth Friendly Recycling). For Clark County's curbside and HHW programs, contact Clark County Environmental Services.
Can I put broken glass in the waste bin in Vancouver, WA?
Broken glass is generally not accepted in Clark County curbside recycling bins because it can injure workers and contaminate other materials. Wrap broken glass securely and place it in your regular garbage. Intact glass bottles and jars go in the blue curbside bin; check your hauler's guidelines for the latest accepted list.
Can I throw styrofoam in the garbage in Vancouver?
Yes — styrofoam (EPS foam) is not accepted in Clark County curbside recycling and should go in the regular garbage. None of the three Vancouver recycling centers listed here accept it either. Some Ace Hardware stores and specialized foam-recycling mail-in programs are options if you have large volumes.
Is there a free electronics drop-off in Vancouver, WA?
Earth Friendly Recycling at 11825 NE 113th St accepts general electronics for $10 per load (not free), TVs for $25–$75, and refrigerant appliances for $25 each. Clark County occasionally hosts free HHW and e-waste collection events — check Clark County Environmental Services for upcoming dates.