The yard buys ferrous metals such as prepared and unprepared steel, cast iron, and shred/tin, plus nonferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, lead, and automotive lead batteries. Prices are posted per pound, with some grades listed as call-for-pricing.
What are the hours?
The Fort Worth facility at 4500 Old Decatur Rd. is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Phone: 817.332.8111.
(817) 392-5257Mon–Wed Closed · Thu–Fri 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed
Services: Household hazardous waste drop-off · Recycling drop-off · Help-Yourself Shelf (free usable chemicals, cleaners, and paint) · Mobile collection events via Crud Cruiser throughout Fort Worth and participating entities
Accepts: Automotive fluids (up to 10 gallons), Cleaning chemicals (up to 10 gallons), Cooking oil (up to 10 gallons), Lawn, garden, and pool chemicals (up to 20 gallons), Light bulbs (up to 20 bulbs), Paint and painting supplies (up to 30 gallons), Household hazardous waste
Who can use the Environmental Collection Center?
Fort Worth residents and residents of participating cities. Proof of residence — a current water bill or valid driver's license — is required. Some participating entities also require residents to obtain a voucher before visiting; check with your local officials.
What are the hours of operation?
The ECC is open Thursday and Friday 11:00 AM–7:00 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. It is closed Sunday through Wednesday.
Accepts: Bagged household garbage, Single-stream recyclables (blue cart items), Scrap metal (gutters, metal fencing/posts, rebar, bed rails, grills, mailboxes, pots and pans, baking sheets), Car parts (engine parts excluded), Bulk/bulky trash, Brush and yard waste (bagged or contained), Passenger vehicle tires (limit: 4 per household every 6 months; rims separated), Small home repair and remodeling waste (limit: 1 visit/month, up to 5 cubic yards)
Who is eligible to use the Drop-Off Stations?
Fort Worth residents with a City solid waste (sanitation services) account must bring a copy or photo of a current water utility bill (within 6 months) showing sanitation charges, plus a matching driver's license. Fort Worth apartment residents can use their driver's license to drop off recycling and household hazardous waste.
What are the hours of operation?
The stations are open Tuesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. They are closed Sunday and Monday, and on several holidays including MLK Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
(817) 926-5626Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sun Closed
Materials Accepted in Fort Worth
Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Fort Worth include Electronics, Copper, Cardboard, Glass, Plastics #1&2. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.
Fort Worth, Texas currently lists 16 recycling centers on RecycleFind. Popular materials include Electronics, Copper, Cardboard. 1 center offer pickup or container service (6% of the market). 10 locations open on Saturdays, making weekend drop-offs possible. At least 5 scrap metal yards mention cash payouts for scrap. Bring a government-issued ID and confirm rates the day you visit. Average customer rating across published reviews is 4.1 out of 5. Government-issued ID required for regulated metals including copper and catalytic converters.
Recycling Centers Near Fort Worth
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