Need to recycle cardboard, bottles, electronics, appliances, scrap metal, or another hard-to-dispose-of item in Southern Nevada? Use this guide to find the right Las Vegas-area drop-off option and avoid contaminating your curbside recycling cart.
Call before you load the car: Accepted materials, public access, fees, identification requirements, and hours can change. Confirm the details directly with the facility before visiting.
Where to Recycle in the Las Vegas Valley
| Location | Best For | Address & Contact | Before You Go |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNLV Drive Up Drop Off | Paper, flattened cardboard, cans, glass, and eligible #1, #2, and #5 plastic containers | Near the Stan Fulton Building and Rebel Recycling area (702) 895-3760 |
Open 24/7. Items must be empty and clean; place glass in the separate glass bin. |
| Las Vegas Recycling Inc. | Metals, cardboard, paper, wood, pallets, selected plastics, electronics, and textiles | 2915 Sunrise Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 932-7620 |
Confirm public drop-off eligibility, sorting requirements, fees, and current hours. |
| Nevada State Recycle | Computers, televisions, monitors, phones, printers, and other electronics | 1816 Industrial Road, Suite 4, Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 979-1280 |
Its posted policy lists fees for CRT and rear-projection televisions. It does not accept batteries or hazardous waste. |
| Dunn & Son Electronic Recycler | Computers, monitors, televisions, phones, printers, and other electronics | 3050 Westwood Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 604-0810 |
Ask about accepted equipment, data destruction, fees, and residential drop-off hours. |
| Blind Center of Nevada | Residential and commercial electronics | 1001 N. Bruce St., Las Vegas, NV 89101 (702) 998-4901 |
Nevada’s recycling directory notes that CRT televisions are not accepted. Confirm current rules first. |
| SA Recycling | Steel, aluminum, copper, cans, appliances, and eligible vehicles | 1701 Western Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89102 | Check current hours, identification rules, material preparation, and payment policies. |
| Cheyenne Transfer Station | Trash and selected special-drop-off services | 315 W. Cheyenne Ave., North Las Vegas, NV 89030 (702) 599-5624 |
A transfer station is not a general free recycling center. Call for accepted materials, rates, and the current household hazardous-waste schedule. |
| Henderson Transfer Station | Trash and selected special-drop-off services | 560 Cape Horn Drive, Henderson, NV 89011 (702) 599-5768 |
Call for accepted materials, rates, and the current household hazardous-waste schedule. |
Start With the Material You Need to Recycle
Not sure where an unusual item belongs? The Southern Nevada Health District’s Clark County Recycles directory lets you select a material and review permitted recycling and disposal facilities. The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection recycling directory also lists local options for electronics, batteries, appliances, paint, medications, and other special items.
These directories are references, not endorsements. Always contact a location to confirm that it serves the public and accepts your exact item.
What Goes in a Southern Nevada Curbside Recycling Cart?
Republic Services’ current Southern Nevada guidance focuses on these common curbside recyclables:
- Paper and mail
- Flattened cardboard and paperboard
- Empty metal food and beverage cans
- Empty plastic bottles and jugs
Keep recyclables empty, clean, dry, and loose in the cart. Do not place them inside plastic bags. Leave out food, liquids, plastic bags and film, foam packaging, hoses, cords, batteries, electronics, and hazardous waste.
Because accepted materials can vary by account and program, check Republic Services’ current recycling guidance or call (702) 735-5151 before adding an item that is not clearly listed.
Free Public Drop-Off for Common Recyclables
UNLV’s community Drive Up Drop Off is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It accepts clean paper, flattened cardboard, aluminum and steel cans, glass, and eligible plastic bottles, containers, jugs, and tubs marked #1, #2, or #5. Glass must go into its designated bin.
Do not bring plastic bags, foam, disposable cups or utensils, batteries, electronics, hazardous materials, food-soiled items, tissues, or paper towels. See the official UNLV drop-off instructions before visiting.
Electronics and E-Waste
Electronics should not go in a curbside recycling cart. Nevada State Recycle, Dunn & Son, and the Blind Center of Nevada are established local options, but their accepted-device lists and fees differ. Ask specifically about televisions, CRT monitors, batteries, large office equipment, and data-destruction services.
- Back up anything you need before surrendering a device.
- Sign out of accounts and perform a secure factory reset when possible.
- Remove loose batteries if the recycler instructs you to do so.
- Get a receipt or data-destruction certificate when required for business records.
Scrap Metal and Appliances
Scrap yards may accept aluminum cans, copper, steel, eligible appliances, and other metals. Appliances containing refrigerant—such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners—often require special preparation or an additional fee. Call Las Vegas Recycling Inc., SA Recycling, or a transfer station before transporting a large appliance.
For pickup rather than drop-off, see our Appliance and Scrap Metal Pickup resource.
Household Hazardous Waste
Paint, automotive fluids, pesticides, pool chemicals, batteries, fluorescent lamps, and similar products require special handling. Republic Services operates household hazardous-waste collection at its North Las Vegas and Henderson facilities on a rotating schedule. Check the current Southern Nevada service page or call (702) 735-5151 before going.
For disposal rules and additional locations, use our Las Vegas Household Hazardous Waste Disposal Guide.
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Las Vegas Recycling FAQs
Can glass go in my curbside recycling cart?
Do not assume it can. Current Southern Nevada curbside lists emphasize paper, cardboard, metal cans, and plastic bottles and jugs. Check your provider’s current rules. UNLV’s public drop-off accepts clean glass in a separate designated bin.
Can I put recyclables in a plastic bag?
No. Place accepted recyclables loose in the cart. Plastic bags can tangle sorting equipment and should be taken only to a retailer or program that specifically accepts film plastic.
Do containers need to be rinsed?
Containers should be empty, clean, and dry. A quick rinse is usually enough; heavily food-soiled containers belong in the trash unless a local program says otherwise.
Is electronics recycling free?
It depends on the device and recycler. Some common electronics may be accepted free, while CRT televisions, monitors, rear-projection televisions, batteries, or business quantities may incur fees. Call first.
How should I dispose of leftover paint?
Wet paint should go through an approved household hazardous-waste program. Nevada guidance permits fully dried latex paint to be discarded with regular trash, but it should never be poured into a drain, gutter, or onto the ground.
Is a transfer station the same as a recycling center?
No. Transfer stations primarily receive waste and may charge disposal fees. Some offer scheduled hazardous-waste or material-specific services, so verify the program before visiting.
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