Dumps NearbyScrap metal yardVerified October 2026
Elgin Recycling INC
You will find Elgin Recycling INC in Crystal Lake, IL. It is a scrap metal yard in McHenry County. It is a business, not a public dump. Many take drop-offs from the public, but call first to confirm. Materials on record: electronics and scrap metal. We list 19 other drop-off sites in McHenry County.
| Address | 5114 Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 Directions |
|---|---|
| County | McHenry County, IL |
| Phone | (847) 741-4100 |
| Website | mchenrycountyil.gov |
| Hours | Mon-Fri: 8 am to 5 pm Sat: 8 am to 1 pm |
| Fees | We have no rate sheet for this site. Expect a charge by weight, by load or a flat minimum. |
| Access | Business facility, call to confirm they take loads from the public |
| Accepts | Electronics, Scrap metal |
Verified October 2026 from the operator's or county's own website. Sources: mchenrycountyil.gov. Price or hours wrong? Tell us.
Rules in McHenry County
- McHenry County Environmental Health no longer accepts cash payments (card or check only) as of January 1, 2026. This applies to payments to that division, not to drop-off sites. Source
- In Woodstock, each household gets 1 free curbside bulk item pickup per week; additional items need 5 stickers each. A mattress counts as one bulk item. Hazardous materials, electrical goods and construction debris are not taken. Source
Before you go
- Call to ask about minimum charges for a single car or pickup load.
- Unload quickly and safely: stay clear of heavy equipment on the tipping floor.
Other scrap metal yards nearby
- T & C Metal County Scrap metal yard
- Elgin Recycling INC. Scrap metal yard
- A - 1 Recycling Center Scrap metal yard
- Fe Xchange Group LLC Scrap metal yard
- Amg Resources - Chicago, IL Scrap metal yard
Dumps for household trash nearby
- Groot North Transfer Station Transfer station
- Countryside Landfill INC LandfillHousehold trash & bulky itemsConstruction debris
- Hours: Mon-Fri: 6 am to 4 pmHousehold trash & bulky itemsFurniture & bulky itemsConstruction debrisAppliances
Hazardous waste drop-off nearby
- Hours: Sat: 7 am to 3 pm … Solid waste: $9.00 per cubic yardHousehold trash & bulky itemsYard waste & brushHousehold hazardous wasteElectronicsTires
More in McHenry County
All 20 drop-off sites in McHenry County · Electronics · Yard waste · Construction debris · Scrap metal · Illinois
Frequently asked questions
Where is Elgin Recycling INC?
5114 Terra Cotta Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014. The Directions link opens the route in Google Maps.
What can I drop off at Elgin Recycling INC?
Elgin Recycling INC is listed for electronics and scrap metal.
Is Elgin Recycling INC open to the public?
Business facility, call to confirm they take loads from the public. Call if you are hauling for a business.
When is Elgin Recycling INC open?
Mon-Fri: 8 am to 5 pm; Sat: 8 am to 1 pm.
What other scrap metal yards are near Elgin Recycling INC?
T & C Metal County in Crystal Lake (< 1 mi), Elgin Recycling INC. in Gilberts (11 mi) and A - 1 Recycling Center in Fox Lake (11 mi).
Where can I take paint and chemicals near Crystal Lake?
The closest household hazardous waste drop-off we list is Solid Waste Agency of Lake County, about 22 miles away.
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