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Scrap Metal Recycling in Boulder, CO

Eco-Cycle CHaRM in Boulder takes scrap metal (items at least 50% metal, no refrigerants or tanks) for just the $3 facility fee. Resource Central next door accepts reusable scrap and non-ferrous metal as space allows.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

5 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Boulder

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · BoulderNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your scrap metal and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Eco-Cycle/City of Boulder CHaRMDrop-off · 6400 Arapahoe Rd, BoulderOpen to everyoneConditions apply$3 visit fee
    Where

    6400 Arapahoe Rd
    Boulder, CO 80303

    Hours

    Monday–Saturday, 9 am–5 pm. Closed Sundays. The operator asks visitors to call ahead in extreme weather.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    Accepted with conditionsNo item fee; visit fee applies
    Fees for scrap metal
    Facility fee$3.00 per vehicle
    • Items must be at least 50% metal by weight with no refrigerants; no tanks or pressurized vessels; drain gas-powered items.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Resource Central Materials ReuseDrop-off · 6400 Arapahoe Rd, BoulderConditions applyCost not listed
    Where

    6400 Arapahoe Rd
    Boulder, CO 80303

    Hours

    Donation lane Monday–Saturday 9 am–4 pm; reuse store 9 am–5 pm. Closed Sundays and Dec. 24–Jan. 1.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    Accepted with conditionsCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Ferrous scrap metal accepted as space allows.
    • Items must be in reusable condition; staff may refuse items for condition or lack of space. Free pickup is available for qualifying donations.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop-offCounty service · Boulder CountyFree
    How it works

    Boulder County site at 286 Ridge Road, Nederland, CO 80466 (unincorporated Boulder County). Hours: Sun–Tue and Thu–Sat 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Wednesday.

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  5. Western Disposal Services (63rd St.)Pickup service · Boulder CountyCost not listed
    How it works

    Western Disposal Services (63rd St.) at 2051 63rd St. in Boulder, named on Boulder County's drop-off list. The county page gives no ZIP code; check hours and fees with the operator before you go.

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Before you go

  1. Ask whether items must be mostly metal and free of refrigerant, fuel or oil.
  2. Check whether the operator pays for metal or charges a fee.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Nederland Transfer Station and Recycling Drop-off (opens in new tab) · Boulder County
    • Scrap metal accepted for recycling includes appliances without Freon, dishwashers, microwaves and hot water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scrap metal is accepted free of charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Eco-Cycle: Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM) (opens in new tab) · Eco-Cycle
    • A $3 facility fee applies to every vehicle entering CHaRM. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Residence does not affect access or fees. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Businesses are asked to contact Eco-Cycle about bulk rates and business accounts. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • CHaRM fee schedule (PDF) (opens in new tab) · Eco-Cycle · effective January 1, 2026
    • The fee schedule lists a $3.00 facility fee per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • CHaRM charges a $3.00 facility fee per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Boulder County: Recycling Drop-Off Centers (opens in new tab) · Boulder County
    • Boulder County lists the Western Disposal 63rd Street site as accepting mattresses, electronics, tires, scrap metal and appliances, among others. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Eco-Cycle: What we accept at CHaRM (opens in new tab) · Eco-Cycle
    • CHaRM accepts scrap metal (items at least 50% metal by weight with no refrigerants) with the facility fee and no item fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Scrap metal includes microwaves (remove the glass plate), ovens, stoves, washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, barbecues and water heaters. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • No pressurized vessels (any tanks, even empty); gas-powered items must be drained of oil and gas. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Resource Central: Commonly Accepted Donation Items & Free Pickup Services (opens in new tab) · Resource Central
    • Resource Central offers free pickup for qualifying donations. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Resource Central accepts ferrous scrap metal as space allows, and non-ferrous metals. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Resource Central may refuse listed items due to condition, lack of yard space or other reasons. Checked October 26, 2026.

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