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Scrap Metal Recycling in Tacoma, WA

The Tacoma Recycle Center takes scrap metal for recycling, open daily at 3510 S. Mullen Street.

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

3 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Tacoma

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · TacomaNo 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. Tacoma Recycle Center (Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center)Drop-off · 3510 S. Mullen Street, TacomaCost not listed
    Where

    3510 S. Mullen Street
    Tacoma, WA 98409

    Hours

    Daily 8 am–5:30 pm; closed July 4, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedCost unknown

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

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Hidden Valley Transfer StationCounty service · Pierce CountyCost not listed
    How it works

    LRI (Waste Connections) site at 17925 Meridian Ave E, Puyallup, WA 98375 (Graham CDP, unincorporated Pierce County). Hours: Every day 8 am–5:45 pm; closed New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

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.
More about scrap metal

Washington rules

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Where this information comes from (8)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Recycle Center and Household Hazardous Waste Facility Customer Guide (opens in new tab) · City of Tacoma Environmental Services
    • Scrap metal, microwaves and most appliances are accepted; refrigerators and other Freon appliances go to the Recovery & Transfer Building for a fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ecology: Moderate risk waste (opens in new tab) · Washington State Department of Ecology
    • Local governments in Washington must plan for moderate risk waste (household hazardous waste plus small-business hazardous waste) in their area. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • State law allows MRW in municipal garbage, but many local governments collect it separately and some ban it from regular garbage; check local rules first. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Ecology says to learn what can legally go in the garbage in your area and whether your jurisdiction has an MRW facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Ecology points to MRW facilities, events and take-back programs such as E-Cycle Washington, PaintCare, LightRecycle and Safe Medication Return. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ecology: Find a moderate risk waste disposal site (opens in new tab) · Washington State Department of Ecology
    • Ecology keeps a county-by-county list of moderate risk waste disposal sites and services. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Hidden Valley Transfer Station price sheet (effective 3/1/26) (opens in new tab) · LRI (Waste Connections) · effective March 1, 2026
    • Residential disposed waste is $202.35 per ton with a $40.50 minimum per trip (up to 400 pounds). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Hidden Valley Recycling Center accepts aluminum, steel, non-ferrous metals and small appliances without Freon, among other items. Checked October 26, 2026.

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