Scrap Metal and Small Appliances

WM Northwest
Scrap metal pieces and small metal applicances are accepted in mixed recycling containers with these safety limitations:

  • No greasy or sharp metal (to protect collectors and sorters from injury)
  • Limit 35 lbs, 2x2x2 ft.
First, Reuse! - If the item works, sell or donate it. Reusing an item saves 20 times more energy than recycling it!

Non-working items accepted for recycling include:

  • Engine parts, tire rims, bike parts
  • Household metal hardware like hinges, door locks, short pieces of metal pipe
  • Worn-out pots and pans; BBQs
  • Non-working small primarily metal appliances, including:

    Newer microwaves with flat "touch control" surfaces
    Toaster ovens
    Blenders (bottom part only)
    Curling irons
    Hand mixers
    Food processors
    Metal coffee pots
    Irons
    Waffle irons


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