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Scrap Metal Recycling in Cookeville, TN

The Putnam County Recycle Center on S. Jefferson Ave in Cookeville accepts metal, appliances and aluminum.

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

2 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Cookeville

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · CookevilleNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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    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. Putnam County Transfer Station and Recycle CenterDrop-off · 1846 S. Jefferson Ave, CookevillePutnam County residentsCost not listed
    Where

    1846 S. Jefferson Ave
    Cookeville, TN 38506

    Hours

    Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

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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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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Solid Waste and Recycling (opens in new tab) · Putnam County Solid Waste and Recycling
    • Putnam County Solid Waste and Recycling only accepts waste generated in Putnam County. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Recycling Center accepts cardboard, vehicle batteries, metal, appliances and aluminum, and e-waste, but not tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The transfer station accepts metal and old appliances, and TVs, computers and microwaves. Checked October 26, 2026.

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