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Hard to Recycle Items

This guide is intended to assist you in your efforts to live green. By living more sustainably, you are keeping materials out of landfills, preventing poisons from entering our soil and water, and preserving natural resources for future generations. Your efforts, together with ours, are taking us closer to an environmentally sustainable world to live. Thank you for your dedication and participation.

Westminster residents have a choice of several large-item pickup services. Below is a list of trash haulers and the items they will pick up for disposal. We also included organizations that pick up and recycle commonly discarded large items, including mattresses, appliances, and couches. 

At the bottom is a list of hard-to-recycle items listed in alphabetical order. Click on the item to expand it and read more about your options.

Table of Contents: 


Trash Haulers - Residential

GFL (Price varies by amount/item)
To schedule call 303-744-9881 

  • Excess household trash
  • Cardboard (please break down flat and remove packing material) 
  • Mattresses 
  • Box Springs 
  • Bicycles 
  • Toys 
  • Car seats 
  • Grills (no Propane tanks or hot ashes) 
  • Televisions 
  • White goods 
  • Furniture fixtures (no fluorescent lights) 
  • Sofas 
  • Chairs 
  • Tables 

Republic (Price varies by amount/item)
To schedule call 303-286-1200 

  • Appliances 
  • Furniture 
  • Mattresses 
  • Excess Trash 

Waste Management (Prices vary, no more than 150 lbs)
Schedule in WM App or call 303-797-1600  

  • Furniture 
  • Appliances 
  • E-Waste 
  • Wood waste 
  • Tree Branches 
  • Construction waste 
  • Rocks 
  • Sod/Earth 
  • Clothing 
  • Tires 
  • Car motor parts 
  • Will have an Annual Curbside Cleanup Event (Date TBD) 

Altitude
To schedule call 303-487-1515 

  • Available upon request for extra fee 
  • Must be schedule at least one business day in advance 

Crush Disposal
To schedule call 720-242-9866 

  • Available upon request, additional fees 
  • Limited items accepted 

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Junk Haulers 

Cut Rate Junk
Call 720-434-8042 

  • Mattresses and Furniture 
  • E-Waste 
  • Appliances 
  • Yard Waste 
  • Hot Tubs 
  • Demolition Debris 

Junk Monkeys
Call 303-550-2590 

  • Appliances 
  • Carpet 
  • Furniture 
  • Mattresses 
  • Pianos 
  • Full Apartment and House Clean Outs 

Junkman Enterprises
Call 303-777-4667 

  • Furniture 
  • Construction debris 
  • Hot tubs 
  • Yard Waste 
  • Mattresses 
  • Appliances 
  • E-Waste 

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Large Item Recycling

Mattresses 

Couches

TVs

Scrap metal 

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A - Z guide to recycling

Non-reusable appliances containing CFCs must, by law, be removed by a licensed company prior to recycling or disposal. There will be a fee assessed with this service. Refer to a web search engine to obtain the name and number of a certified disposal vendor. If your appliance is in good condition, consider selling it to a used appliance store (see listings in the phone book under “Appliances – used”).

See Household Items for donating working appliances.


Eco-Cycle

    303-444-6634
    6400 Arapahoe Rd, Boulder 

    There is a $15 fee to cover the cost of Freon™ removal for refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners.


    Junkman Enterprises

      303-777-4667


      ReStore

        Call for details on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

        Denver Outlets: 

        70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
        303-722-5863

        7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
        303-407-2310

        Wheat Ridge Outlets
        10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
        303-421-1908


        Red Rocks Recycling

          720-579-2899
          Pick up for $20, AC fee of $15. 


          Rubbish Works

            Denver
            1-800-501-9324

            Offers on-demand labor, hauling, waste disposal, junk removal, rubbish pickup and recycling solutions for both residential and commercial customers. Specializes in the removal of appliances, garage items, old furniture, and renovation debris. Can assist with the removal of single items to multiple truckloads. Call for recycling fees and collection schedules.


            Scrap Happy

              Jasper
              720-934-2932

              City of Westminster Police Department
              Officer Sean Tyus
              303-658-4260
              Your local mechanic or oil change garage may take antifreeze for recycling. Call first.


              City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program

                Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only.

                800-449-7587

                Materials accepted include: 
                • solvents
                • glues
                • cleaners
                • paint
                • pesticides
                • automotive fluids
                • household batteries

                Clear Choice Antifreeze Recycling

                  9009 Quince St., Henderson
                  303-227-9900


                  Rooney Road Recycling Center

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262

                    Non-reusable appliances containing CFCs must, by law, be removed by a licensed company prior to recycling or disposal. There will be a fee assessed with this service. Refer to a web search engine obtain the name and number of a certified disposal vendor. If your appliance is in good condition, consider selling it to a used appliance store (see listings in the phone book under “Appliances – used”). 
                    See Household Items for donating working appliances.

                    ALL Recycling, Inc.

                    1775 W. Wesley Ave., Englewood
                    303-922-7722

                    Please remove Freon from appliances before recycling. Company is a full-service scrap metal process/broker. Main emphasis is on shredding of autos and white goods. Please contact for more information.

                    1 Park St, Broomfield 
                    303-404-2008

                    Accepts appliances – small and large, 7 years old or less and in working order. Call for large pickup donations.

                    303-777-4667

                    Accepts cooktops, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, dryers, microwaves, fridges and washers.  Must be in full working order, clean and less than 15 years old. Non-working and older appliances may be dropped off at the Denver, Aurora, Wheat Ridge or Littleton locations for recycling. 

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver, 303-722-5863
                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908


                    720-579-2899
                    Pick up for $20, standard refrigerator fee of $20. 


                    6510 Brighton Blvd., Commerce City 
                    303-288-6868

                    Accepts all major appliances, and most small (non-plastic) appliances for recycling. Refrigerated units must be drained and tagged before delivery. Call for further information.

                    Scrap Happy
                    Jasper
                    720-934-2932

                    Accepts small kitchen appliances for a fee of $0.35 a pound.

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    7901 Hwy. 85, Commerce City
                    303-289-3366

                    Concrete and asphalt recycler. Please contact for hours and fees.

                    303-289-8555
                    10100 Dallas St., Henderson

                    Accepted materials: Asphalt and concrete for recycling. Call for details.

                    303-777-4667

                    2400 W. Oxford Ave., Englewood
                    303-762-1160
                    Premier recycler of asphalt, concrete and wood products as well as a leading source for landscaping materials for the entire Front Range.

                    Eco-Cycle

                    Donate your used car, truck, RV, or boat to Eco-Cycle.
                    303-308-2400


                    1-877- Kars4Kids or 1-877- 527-7454
                    Kars4Kids supports educational and social welfare programs for children. Also accepts real estate donations, boats, RV’s, and motorcycles.

                    877-431-9474
                    Wheels For Wishes/Make-A-Wish Car Donation Program.  Accepts cars, trucks, RVs, motorcycles, and boats (with trailers).
                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Call for on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

                    Denver Outlets
                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver, 303-722-5863
                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet
                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can be thrown away in your household garbage.


                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only.
                    Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household batteries.
                    800-449-7587


                    SustainAbility

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Accepts: Li-Ion Rechargeable Laptop Batteries, Sealed Lead Acid Batteries, Vehicle Batteries (car, motorcycle/scooter, marine/RV) and APC/UPS Backup Units.


                    Rooney Road Recycling

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262

                    Most major auto repair retailers accept batteries for recycling. Some may pay you to recycle them. Please call before returning any batteries.


                    Every Advance Auto Parts store serves as a community recycling center, accepting consumers’ used vehicle batteries, motor oil, transmission fluid, hydraulic oil, gear oil and power steering fluid free of charge. Please call for hours of operation.

                    5520 W. 120th Ave., Broomfield
                    303-464-8620

                    2265 W. 92nd Ave., Federal Heights
                    303-412-1900

                    1300 E. 104th Ave., Thornton
                    303-457-2886

                    7301 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-427-0997


                    Most AutoZone stores accept used motor oil, transmission fluid, gear oil and automotive batteries. Contact your local Auto Zone store for details.

                    9540 Federal Blvd., Federal Heights 
                    303-428-8100

                    901 W 84th Ave., Federal Heights 
                    303-487-0160

                    3705 E 104th Ave., Thornton 
                    303-255-4681

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household and auto batteries. 

                    800-449-7587

                    At O'Reilly Auto Parts we are doing our share to protect the environment. Every year we collect millions of gallons of used motor oil and millions of old automotive batteries for recycling - free of charge! Help us help the environment by dropping off your used motor oil and automotive batteries at one of our stores. Contact your local O'Reilly Auto Parts store for details. (Some restrictions apply.)

                    7303 N. Federal Blvd., Westminster
                    303-427-0086

                    8735 Wadsworth Blvd., Westminster
                    303-431-1359

                    9280 N. Federal Blvd., Federal Heights
                    303-429-6167

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262

                    Batteries Plus

                    10339 Federal Blvd., Westminster
                    303-438-0009


                    Best Buy Program Recycling

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-426-4434


                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Can Land Recycling Center

                    6141 Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-426-4141


                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household and auto batteries. 
                    800-449-7587

                    7125 W. 88th Ave., Westminster
                    303-420-2498

                    5600 88th Ave., Westminster 
                    720-540-9334

                    Batteries Plus

                    10339 Federal Blvd., Westminster
                    303-438-0009


                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household and auto batteries. 

                    800-449-7587

                    For usable bicycles, search your website browser for local Goodwill, Salvation Army or ARC locations.


                    Bicycles for Humanity Colorado (B4H) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Colorado that uses donated bicycles to address a fundamental barrier to development – mobility. Bicycles delivered through community based bike shops provide sustainable mobility solutions for rural Africans.
                    Denver or Golden – Wheatridge Cyclery, Golden Bike Shop
                    Boulder – University Cycles, Sports Garage, Full Cycle  


                    CHaRM is subsidized by three partners including the City of Boulder, Eco-Cycle and dedicated recyclers such as you. There will be a small fee for every vehicle using this facility. If you bike in your materials, you will not be charged a facility fee (fees still apply to electronic, bike tire and porcelain materials). Please contact for details.
                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Recycle Bicycles gladly accepts donations of bicycles and related equipment, as well as monetary donations to cover expenses. 100% of donations to Recycle Bicycles go to operations. Bikes and related equipment may be dropped off at any of the following locations. New locations are: Campus Cycles - South Washington Street Denver, Bicycle Village Aurora, Bicycle Village Littleton, Bicycle Village - Westminster and Bicycle Village Boulder.
                    720-404-9458
                    For usable books, search on your web browser for local area used book stores that will take books of value. Public libraries often take books for donation.


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Accepts books for recycling, including computer manuals and similar softbound books. EcoCycle removes the binders and covers and then recycles the pages. Call for details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226


                    Accepts brick, stone, cinderblock, lawn-care tools, slate, and cultured stone. Bricks, stone and cinderblock must be palletized for pick up.  Must be clean of mortar.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    Generally, mail service centers accept Styrofoam “peanuts” and bubble wrap for reuse. To locate a “peanut” recycler close to you, call the Plastic Loose-Fill Peanuts hotline at 1-800-828-2214. There are no recycling options for Styrofoam used as food packaging.


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Accepts #6 white block foam packaging, rigid foam insulation and bubble wrap only. No packing peanuts. Call for details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    UPS Stores


                    10343 Federal Blvd., Unit J
                    303-469-2200
                    store4336@theupsstore.com


                    9975 Wadsworth Parkway, Unit K-2
                    303-425-3676
                    store2498@theupsstore.com

                    Action Recycling

                    7610 W. 42nd Ave., Wheat Ridge
                    303-424-1600


                    City of Westminster Drop-Off Recycling Locations

                    • Fire Station No. 1
                      3948 West 73rd Ave.
                    • Municipal Service Center
                      6575 West 88th Ave.
                    • Municipal Court
                      3030 Turnpike Drive
                    • West View Recreation Center
                      10747 W. 108th Ave.


                    SustainAbility Hard-to-Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226


                    3800 E. 48th Ave., Denver
                    303-399-6351

                    7780 E. 96th Ave., Henderson
                    303-797-1600
                    Bud's Warehouse

                    4455 E. 46th Ave., Denver
                    303-296-3990


                    Free Cycle


                    Gone for Good


                    Junkman Enterprises

                    303-777-4667


                    Revolve Carpet Recycling

                    3401 Industrial Lane, Broomfield
                    720-212-9375


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Carpet must be unused. 

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver 
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Accepts plastic car seats with a #2 on the bottom. Materials from car seats are recycled. Call for details. 

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Colorado Children's Automobile Safety Foundation

                    P.O. Box 4133, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Colorado Dept. of Transportation (CDOT)

                    The program website includes drop-off locations and a used car seat checklist. 


                    WeeCycle

                    Accepts car seats for recycling or donation.

                    20 S Havana St, Suite #210, Aurora
                    720-319-7792

                    Many music stores buy and sell used CDs. For information about recycling CD players, see "Electronics." 


                    Green Disk

                    1-800-305-3475

                    Recycles used computer disks. Cost is $0.10/lb with a $6 minimum. Download shipping form on website by clicking on “recycling” then “shipping instructions."


                    SustainAbility

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Best Buy Program Recycling

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-426-4434

                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    METech Recycling Services

                    4920 Washington St., Denver
                    720-377-7700

                    Please call first to determine acceptability and fee.


                    Rocky Mountain Recycling

                    303-288-6868


                    City of Westminster Police Department

                    9110 Yates Dr., Westminster

                    Cell phones will be turned in and any funds derived from them will be used to buy new, basic cell phones for the elderly and victims of crime in need.

                    Bud's Warehouse

                    4455 E. 46th Ave., Denver
                    303-296-3990

                    Bud’s Warehouse is a nonprofit organization that accepts usable and working building and renovation materials. It is not a disposal facility. REUSABLE MATERIALS ONLY! Call for details.


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, clothing, toilets and tubs, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals.

                    Call for pricing details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Accepts cooktops, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, dryers, microwaves, fridges and washers.  Must be in full working order, clean and less than 15 years old. Non-working and older appliances may be dropped off at the Denver, Aurora, Wheat Ridge or Littleton locations for recycling.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver, 303-722-5863
                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    There are many other charities in the Denver area that will pick up donations from your home. Check with your favorite charity or search "charities near me" in your web browser. 


                    Disabled American Veterans

                    303-288-8387

                    Call to schedule a pickup from your home. Reusable items in good condition only. Benefits their thrift stores.


                    Goodwill Industries

                    Accepts household items including clothing, bedding, tablecloths and other textiles. Good quality items are resold in thrift stores while worn-out fabrics are sorted for further processing into rags and fill materials. No large furniture and appliances at drop-off center (call store directly). No mattresses, box springs, or lawnmowers.

                    7547 W. 80th Ave., Arvada
                    303-456-8988

                    5139 N. 120th Ave., Unit 8G, Broomfield 


                    ARC Thrift Stores

                    Accepts clean clothing and other household items for their thrift stores. Call to schedule a pickup.

                    9131 North Washington, Thornton
                    303-450-4220

                    9661 West 58th Ave., Arvada
                    303-420-0358

                    6500 West 120th Ave., Broomfield
                    303-439-7255


                    United Cerebral Palsy

                    303-238-5263

                    Accepts clothing, household items, and knick-knacks. Also accepts some furniture and household items. Please call to see when they will be in your area.


                    Vietnam Veterans of America

                    1-800-775-8387

                    Call for scheduling a free pickup from your home. No large furniture/ appliances, mattresses, waterbeds, built-in-appliances, bathroom fixtures, recliners, console TVs, building materials, doors, windows, chemicals, heaters, air conditioners, tires, car parts, swings, carpet, fencing, tattered/ dirty furniture, open cosmetics and fabric.

                    There is usually a fee to recycle old computers. Computers contain 3-8 pounds of lead and a myriad of other toxic materials, which can contaminate the environment when landfilled or incinerated.


                    Best Buy Program Recycling

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-426-4434

                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals. Call for pricing details. 

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Dell Computers

                    1-800-624-9897

                    The Dell website gives you the ability to sell or trade-in your old computer. The website also allows owners of 486’s or higher to donate to the National Cristina Foundation.


                    Gateway

                    1-800-846-2000

                    When buying a new Gateway computer, consumers can request a shipping label for mailing their old computer to a recycler.


                    Green Disk

                    1-800-305-3475

                    Recycles used computer disks and electronics. Cost is 10 cents/pound with a $6 minimum. Download shipping form on website by clicking on “recycling” then “shipping instructions.”


                    Junkman Enterprises

                    303-777-4667


                    METech recycling Services

                    4920 Washington St., Denver
                    720-377-7700

                    Please call first to determine acceptability and fee.


                    Rocky Mountain Recycling

                    Accepts desktops, laptops and servers. 

                    303-288-6868

                    Allied Recycling Aggregates

                    7901 Highway 85, Commerce City
                    303-289-3366


                    Oxford Recycling, Inc.

                    2400 West Oxford Ave., Englewood
                    303-762-1160

                    Recycles tires, asphalt, concrete and wood into products used for construction, landscaping and fuel.
                    Office Depot

                    9349 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-650-8722

                    7390 W. 52nd Ave., Arvada
                    303-420-9107


                    Office Max

                    5275 Wadsworth By-Pass, Arvada
                    303-940-8610

                    10450 Town Center Drive, Suite 400, Westminster
                    303- 469-0058


                    Staples

                    5150 W. 120th Ave., Suite 100, Westminster
                    720-887-2497

                    Orchard Town Center 
                    14458 Delaware St., Suite 600, Westminster
                    303-920-8004


                    UPS Store

                    10343 Federal Blvd Unit J, Westminster
                    303-469-2200

                    9975 Wadsworth Pkwy Unit K-2, Westminster
                    303-425-3676
                    Allied Recycling Aggregates

                    7901 Highway 85, Commerce City
                    303-289-3366


                    Bud's Warehouse

                    4455 E. 46th Ave., Denver
                    303-296-3990

                    Bud’s Warehouse is a nonprofit organization that accepts usable and working building and renovation materials. It is not a disposal facility. REUSABLE MATERIALS ONLY! Call for details.


                    Custom Tile Roofing, Inc.

                    4560 Columbine St., Denver
                    303-761-3831

                    Salvages, purchases and resells tile roofing. Particularly interested in historic roof tiles.


                    Iron and Metals, Inc.

                    5555 Franklin St., Denver
                    303-292-5555

                    Accepts and provides pick-up services for all types of scrap metals from demolition projects and construction sites. Call for on- site evaluation and pricing quotes.


                    Oxford Recycling, Inc.

                    2400 West Oxford Ave., Englewood
                    303-762-1160

                    Recycles tires, asphalt, concrete and wood into products used for construction, landscaping, & fuel.


                    Queen City Architectural Salvage

                    4750 Brighton Blvd., Denver
                    303-296-0925

                    Drop-off location for salvaged construction and architectural items. Call for details.


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Accepts cooktops, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, dryers, microwaves, fridges and washers.  Must be in full working order, clean and less than 15 years old. Non-working and older appliances may be dropped off at the Denver, Aurora, Wheat Ridge or Littleton locations for recycling.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals. Seasonal, please call.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634

                    See "Appliances."

                    Garment bags are now accepted for recycling at any plastic bag drop-off location such as grocery stores and retail chains.

                    Green Disk

                    1-800-305-3475

                    Recycles used computer disks. Cost is $0.10/lb with a $6 minimum. Download shipping form on website by clicking on “recycling” then “shipping instructions."


                    SustainAbility

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Best Buy Recycling Program

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd. Westminster
                    303-426-4434

                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Blue Star Recyclers

                    Recycles most any electronics with a plug. Also important, BlueStar employs an autistic work force, which helps the Colorado intellectually disabled community find freedom and purpose. Some fees apply.

                    953 Decatur Street, Suite C, Denver
                    303-534-1667


                    Eco-Cycle CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Green Disk

                    1-800-305-3475

                    Recycles used computer equipment and disks. Cost is 10 cents/pound with a $6 minimum. Download shipping form on website by clicking on “recycling” then “shipping instructions.”


                    InMyArea.com

                    An online recycling/disposal guide for home gadgets and devices.


                    Matter Recycling

                    E-waste, textiles, and metal items


                    METech Recycling Services

                    500 W 53rd Ave,  Denver
                    720-377-770

                    Please call first to determine acceptability and fee.

                    Rooney Road Recycling Center

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262


                    The City of Westminster prefers that unused drugs not be flushed down the toilet. Doing so introduces these drugs to the environment. Even though the amount from a single pill is small, the accumulation of these small amounts and the yet-unknown effects on aquatic life and the water environment concern us.

                    The preferred option: Take advantage of community pharmaceutical take-back programs that allow you to bring unused drugs to central locations for proper disposal. Different pharmacies offer different programs. Some will take back drugs they sold, some take back all drugs, some take back none and others offer solutions somewhere in between. Contact your local pharmacy. King Soopers pharmacy now offers a mail back program for medications for $2.99.

                    Second option: Remove the prescription drug or medication from the original container and mix it with an undesirable substance such as used coffee grounds or kitty litter. Put that mixture in a nondescript container that won’t leak such as an empty can or a sealable bag. This ensures the drugs aren’t diverted for non-medical use or accidentally ingested by children or pets. Dispose of these containers in the trash.
                    Lens Crafters

                    10442 Town Center Drive, Westminster
                    303-429-2950

                    1281 E. 120th Ave., Thornton
                    720-929-0329


                    Sam's Club

                    93rd and Grant Street, Thornton


                    Walmart Vision Center

                    92nd and Sheridan, Westminster
                    Resource Central

                    6400 Arapahoe Road, Boulder
                    303-419-5418

                    1501 N. College Ave., Ft. Collins
                    970-498-9663

                    Accepts chain link, welded wire, construction fencing, chicken wire and most other types that are five feet or longer and rolled together neatly. Wood fence sections must be in good condition with no missing pieces and in sections 4 feet or longer. Pieces of fencing, split rails, posts, pickets, etc. are accepted if they are de-nailed and in a reusable condition as is. If a section of fence is broken, you can take it apart and we will accept the separate pickets and rails if they are reusable and de-nailed.


                    Western Disposal
                    5880 Butte Mill Road, Boulder
                    303-444-5794

                    Clean, unpainted and untreated dimensional lumber, pallets and other cut-offs left over from construction or demolition projects are accepted. Pressure-treated lumber, wafer board, plywood and other composite lumber held together by glue cannot be recycled and are NOT accepted.
                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    CHaRM is subsidized by three partners including the City of Boulder, Eco-Cycle and dedicated recyclers such as you. There will be a small fee for every vehicle using this facility. If you bike in your materials, you will not be charged a facility fee (fees still apply to electronic, bike tire and porcelain materials). Please contact for details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226


                    • Mon - Thurs: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
                    • Fri & Sat - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
                    • Sunday closed

                    See "Appliances"

                    There are many charities in the Westminster area that will pick-up donations from your home. Check with your favorite charity or search 'charities near me' in your web browser. In addition, SustainAbility in Arvada takes several household items and partners with local companies for reuse of those items (see below).

                    Disabled American Veterans

                    303-288-8387

                    Call to schedule a pickup from your home. Reusable items in good condition only. Donations benefit their thrift stores.

                    The Good Couch

                    8475 West Colfax Ave, Lakewood
                    303-246-2174

                    Accepts couches in all conditions, will pick up gently used couches for free or "more used" couches for a fee.

                    Goodwill Industries

                    Accepts household items including clothing, bedding, tablecloths and other textiles. Good quality items are resold in thrift stores, while worn-out fabrics are sorted for further processing into rags and fill materials. No large furniture and appliances at drop-off center (call store directly). No mattresses, box springs or lawnmowers. 

                    6850 N. Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-650-7700

                    7547 W. 80th Ave., Arvada
                    303-456-8988

                    ARC Thrift Stores

                    3047 W. 74th Ave., Westminster
                    303-231-9222

                    Accepts clean clothing and other household items for their thrift stores. Call to schedule a pickup.

                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Call for on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge303-421-1908


                    United Cerebral Palsy

                    1-888-363-380

                    Accepts clothing, household items, and knick-knacks. Also accepts some furniture and household items. Please call to see when they will be in your area.

                    Vietnam Veterans of America

                    1-800-775-8387

                    Call for scheduling a free pickup from your home. No large furniture/appliances, mattresses, waterbeds, built-in-appliances, bathroom fixtures, recliners, console TVs, building materials, doors, windows, chemicals, heaters, air conditioners, tires, car parts, swings, carpet, fencing, tattered/dirty furniture, open cosmetics and fabric.

                    Contact your local dry cleaner for recycling information. 


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids and household and auto batteries and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pick-up electronics only.

                    Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.

                    800-449-7587


                    Rooney Road Recycling

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262

                    Communications for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CDHH)

                    2050 Mt Zion Drive, Golden
                    303-278-1204

                    Sponsored by the Optimist Clubs in Colorado. The CDHH collects old hearings aids and cooperates with the Starkey, a hearing aids manufacturer and distributor of hearing aids to refurbish the hearing aids. Also, Starkey donates new hearing aids.


                    Lions Club International

                    300 W. 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL
                    630-571-5466

                    One of the most effective ways Lions helps people with hearing loss is through their hearing aid recycling program. Lions recycles thousands of hearing aids a year that enhance the lives of adults and children worldwide.


                    Optimists Club

                    Help Them Hear Program
                    800-500-8130

                    Sponsored by the Optimists Club. Helps clubs that heighten public awareness of the problems associated with hearing loss. Some Optimists Clubs accept donations and they work with various companies and organizations to help those in need of hearing aids. Donated hearing aids are repaired or recycled and given to those in need.
                    There are many charities in the Westminster area that will pick-up donations from your home. Check with your favorite charity or search 'charities near me' in your web browser. In addition, SustainAbility in Arvada or Broomfield takes several household items and partners with local companies for reuse of those items (see below).

                    Disabled American Veterans

                    303-288-8387

                    Call to schedule a pickup from your home. Reusable items in good condition only. Donations benefit their thrift stores.


                    Goodwill industries

                    Accepts household items including clothing, bedding, tablecloths and other textiles. Good quality items are resold in thrift stores, while worn-out fabrics are sorted for further processing into rags and fill materials. No large furniture and appliances at drop-off center (call store directly). No mattresses, box springs or lawnmowers. 

                    6850 N. Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-650-7700

                    7547 W. 80th Ave., Arvada
                    303-456-8988


                    ARC Thrift Stores

                    3047 W. 74th Ave., Westminster
                    303-231-9222

                    Accepts clean clothing and other household items for their thrift stores. Call to schedule a pickup.


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Call for on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226


                    United Cerebral Palsy

                    1-888-363-380

                    Accepts clothing, household items, and knick-knacks. Also accepts some furniture and household items. Please call to see when they will be in your area.


                    Vietnam Veterans of America

                    1-800-775-8387

                    Call for scheduling a free pickup from your home. No large furniture/appliances, mattresses, waterbeds, built-in-appliances, bathroom fixtures, recliners, console TVs, building materials, doors, windows, chemicals, heaters, air conditioners, tires, car parts, swings, carpet, fencing, tattered/dirty furniture, open cosmetics and fabric.
                    ACE Hardware 

                    Only accepts the compact type bulb, not the tube style.

                    2800 W 104th Ave., Denver
                    303-531-2370

                    7041 Pecos St., Denver
                    303-429-2944

                    5017 W 64th Ave., Arvada
                    303-426-1035

                    Batteries Plus

                    10339 Federal Blvd., Westminster
                    303-438-0009

                    Recycle your spent light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and more. At Batteries Plus we will make sure your bulbs are properly cared for and go through the complete recycling process from start to finish.

                    City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, household and auto batteries, and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pick-up electronics only. Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.

                    800-449-7587

                    Colorado Lighting

                    2171 E. 74th Ave., Denver
                    303-288-3152

                    Recycles all types of light bulbs for a fee.


                    Home Depot

                    Only accepts the compact type bulb, not the tube style.

                    7125 W. 88th Ave., Westminster
                    303-420-2498

                    12169 Sheridan Blvd., Broomfield
                    303-410-0861

                    10003 Grant St., Thornton
                    303-255-8000

                    Lowes

                    Takes holiday and Christmas lights for no charge.

                    5600 W. 88th Ave., Westminster
                    720-540-9334

                    261 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-280-1166

                    13650 Orchard Pkwy., Westminster
                    303-453-8040


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Spring Back Colorado

                    Mattress and box spring recycling fee - $30

                    4975 Pontiac St., Commerce City, 80022
                    720-515-1328


                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    CHaRM is subsidized by three partners including the City of Boulder, Eco-Cycle and dedicated recyclers such as you. There will be a small fee for every vehicle using this facility. If you bike in your materials, you will not be charged a facility fee (fees still apply to electronic, bike tire and porcelain materials). Please contact for details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634

                    Project Cure

                    10377 e. Geddes Ave., Centennial
                    303-792-0729


                    Project Vets

                    1630A 30th St #256
                    303-819-2501

                    See "Appliances"

                    Many auto parts and auto repair businesses accept oil for recycling. A fee may be charged, please call to confirm pricing and recycling availability.


                    Advance Auto Parts

                    2265 W. 92nd Ave., Federal Heights
                    303-412-1900

                    7301 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-427-0997


                    Auto Zone

                    14455 W. 64th Ave., Arvada
                    303-456-9191

                    9540 Federal Blvd., Federal Heights 
                    303-428-8100


                    Brakes Plus
                    7401 W 92nd Ave., Westminster
                    303-456-9500

                    5465 Wadsworth Bypass, Arvada
                    303-467-2500


                    O'Reilly Auto Parts

                    7303 N. Federal Blvd., Westminster
                    303-427-0086

                    8735 Wadsworth Blvd., Westminster
                    303-431-1359


                    Rooney Road Recycling

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262
                    Oil filters can be drained of most of their residual oil by punching a hole in the solid end of the filter and letting it drain for 24 hours. Some auto shops that accept oil will also accept filters. (See "Motor Oil")
                    Paintcare

                    Colorado's paint stewardship program started on July 1, 2015.  Half pint or smaller is free of charge. 

                    Accepts, house paint, primers, stains, sealers, and clear coatings.


                    City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from westminster residents only. materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids and household and auto batteries and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pick up electronics only.

                    Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.

                    800-449-7587


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Western Disposal

                    5880 Butte Mill Rd, Boulder
                    303-444-5794


                    Green Girl Recycling

                    303-442-7535


                    C&C Pallet Remanufacturing

                    7130 Elm St, Commerce City
                    303-288-5255
                    Recycling drop off locations: 


                    Fire Station No. 1
                    3948 W. 73rd Ave.


                    Municipal Service Center
                    6575 W. 88th Ave.


                    Municipal Court
                    3030 Turnpike Drive


                    West View Recreation Center
                    10747 W. 108th Ave.
                    Most supermarkets in Westminster take back plastic bags for recycling. King Soopers, Safeway, Whole Foods, Target and Walmart frequently have visible collection bins; however, this may vary by store. Also, consider using reusable grocery bags. As of January 1, 2023, grocery stores in Colorado charge 10 cents for each plastic bag you use. 


                    Plastic bags must be clean, dry and empty. Drop-off location only. 

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634
                    Lowe's
                    5600 W 88th Ave, Westminster
                    720-540-9334


                    Home Depot 

                    7125 W 88th Ave, Westminster 
                    303-420-2498

                    Accepts plastic gardening pots from May to October. 

                    See "Expired Medication"

                    Best Buy recycling program

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-426-4434

                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCR’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hardcover books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Office Depot

                    9349 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-650-8722

                    Arvada Rent-Alls

                    10675 Ralston Road, Arvada
                    303-422-1212


                    Lowe’s

                    5600 W 88th Ave., Westminster
                    720-540-9334


                    Metro Gas

                    Also accepts helium, welding and oxygen tanks

                    790 W. 64th Ave., Denver
                    303-428-3036


                    Rooney Road Recycling

                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262

                    See "Appliances"

                    All Recycling, Inc.

                    5350 Washington St., Denver
                    303-293-3333

                    Please remove freon from appliances before recycling. Company is a full service scrap metal process/broker. Main emphasis is on shredding of autos and white goods. Please contact for more information.


                    Can Land Recycling

                    6141 N. Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-426-4141


                    Iron and Metals, Inc.

                    5555 Franklin St., Denver
                    303-292-5555

                    Accepts and provides pick-up services for all types of scrap metals from demolition projects and construction sites. Call for on-site evaluation and pricing quotes.


                    Rocky Mountain Recycling

                    6510 Brighton Blvd., Commerce City 
                    303-288-6867

                    Accepts all major appliances and most small (non-plastic) appliances for recycling. Refrigerated units must be drained and tagged before delivery. Call for further information.


                    Scrap Happy

                    Call Jasper
                    720-934-2932


                    1-800-Got-Junk?

                    Serving Boulder and the surrounding area
                    1-800-468-5865

                    Preferred option: purchase the container from a mail-back company. Select the size for the sharp container that meets your monthly or quarterly needs. Order a new sharps container at least one week before your container will be full and ready to return to the company. Return the container to the company using the prepaid return address label that accompanies the sharps container when it arrives. The container is boxed up and labeled. The package is shipped through the U.S. Postal Service.


                    Americare

                    We can handle the safe disposal of all your used sharps. We will provide you with the sharps container, and when it is full, we will replace it with an empty container. This saves you the hassle of taking it to a disposal site, and protects your sanitary workers from exposure to potentially hazardous materials.

                    303-762-7387

                    Stericycle

                    1-866-783-7422

                    Sharps mail-back disposal service is ideal for people who use needles at home to treat diabetes, arthritis, cancer or other medical conditions. It's an environmentally-responsible way to dispose of home-generated sharps waste and keep you and your community safe.


                    City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household and auto batteries and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pick up electronics only.

                    Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.

                    800-449-7587


                    Kaiser Permanente 

                    11245 Huron St., Westminster
                    303-338-4545


                    Boulder County Hazardous Materials Management Facility

                    1901 63rd St., Boulder
                    720-564-2251


                    Last option:
                    Place the sharps in a sturdy plastic container such as a bleach or laundry detergent bottle with a screw on lid. Place the container with the other garbage for collection.

                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, vcr’s, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-back books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Boulder Running Company

                    2775 Pearl St., Unit 103, Boulder
                    303-786-9255


                    Soles 4 Souls

                    See website for local drop-off locations.

                    Shredded paper cannot be placed in a recycle bin, as it is not easily processed at recycling facilities. One option for shredded paper is to compost it, but this only works if the paper is a standard white color and does not have a glossy texture. Another option is to bring it to SustainAbility.

                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Smoke detectors can be one of two kinds: photoelectric or ionizing. The ionizing variety contains a small amount of radioactive material, americium-241. Although more expensive, homeowners should consider purchasing the photoelectric variety to avoid future disposal problems. Smoke detectors with an ionizing sensor will usually indicate on the back of the unit that it should not be disposed of in the regular trash. In this case, the unit should be returned to the manufacturer (which should also be listed) for proper long-term disposal. If the manufacturer is no longer in business or is not willing to accept the used detector, household smoke detectors may be disposed of in the trash. To prevent the smoke detector from accidentally being broken, wrap the unit in several layers of newspaper and carefully place in the trash. The battery should be removed from the unit prior to disposal. These procedures are intended for smoke detectors from a household only. Source: Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.

                    Play it Again Sports

                    7330 W. 88th Ave., Westminster
                    303-431-6585

                    653 S. Broadway, Boulder
                    303-499-2011


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Accepts building supplies, furniture, plumbing fixtures, tiles, appliances, art, lighting solutions, tools, and latex paint. Call for details on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908

                    Generally, mail service centers accept Styrofoam “peanuts” and bubble wrap for reuse. To locate a “peanut” recycler close to you, call the plastic loose-fill peanuts hotline at 1-800-828-2214. There are no recycling options for Styrofoam used as food packaging.


                    accepts #6 white block foam packaging, rigid foam insulation and bubble wrap only. no packing peanuts. call for details.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    UPS Store

                    10343 Federal Blvd., Unit J
                    303-469-2200
                    store4336@theupsstore.com

                    9975 Wadsworth Pkwy., Unit K-2
                    303-425-3676
                    store2498@theupsstore.com


                    SustainAbilityHard to Recycle Center

                    Accepts only #6 expanded polystyrene (eps) in the form of white, block packing Styrofoam

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Televisions contain lead and a myriad of other toxic materials, which can contaminate the environment when land filled or incinerated. Many thrift stores accept televisions in good working condition. See "Household Items" for thrift store information.


                    Best Buy recycling program

                    9369 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-426-4434
                    104 W. 104th Ave., Northglenn
                    303-252-8677


                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCRs, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-cover books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder

                    303-444-6634


                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids and household and auto batteries and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pic up electronics only. Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.
                    800-449-7587


                    303-777-4667


                    500 W 53rd Pl., Denver 
                    720-377-7700
                    Please call first to determine acceptability and fee. Usually open on Saturdays by appointment only.


                    151 South Rooney Road - Jefferson County
                    303-316-6262


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226

                    Mercury is a very toxic material. Mercury thermometers should be recycled and not discarded.


                    City of Westminster Household Hazardous Waste Program

                    Accepts household hazardous waste year-round from Westminster residents only. Materials accepted include solvents, glues, cleaners, paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, and household and auto batteries and computers. Must have additional materials for collection, will not pick up electronics only.

                    Please call for specific wastes that are accepted.

                    800-449-7587


                    Boulder County Hazardous Materials Management Facility

                    1901 63rd St., Boulder
                    720-564-2251

                    ACE Hardware

                    All Colorado ACE Hardware stores are accepting mercury thermostats. This program is intended for residential users only.

                    2800 W 104th Ave., Denver
                    303-531-2370

                    7041 Pecos St., Denver
                    303-429-2944

                    5017 W 64th Ave., Arvada
                    303-426-1035
                    There may be a small fee for recycling tires. Please call for pricing information.


                    Big O Tires

                    7425 w. 52nd Ave, Arvada
                    303-421-288

                    7500 N. Pecos, Denver
                    303-427-9151


                    Discount Tire

                    7401 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster
                    303-940-5502

                    1107 W. 84th Ave., Federal Heights
                    303-427-0401

                    11707 Ralston Road, Arvada
                    303-425-9574


                    Peerless Tire

                    8080 N. Sheridan, Westminster 
                    303-426-1255

                    3434 W. 72nd Ave., Westminster
                    303-427-7061
                    Bud's Warehouse

                    4455 E. 46th Ave., Denver
                    303-296-3990

                    Bud’s Warehouse is a nonprofit organization that accepts usable and working building and renovation materials. It is not a disposal facility. Bathtubs not accepted. Reusable materials only! Call for details.


                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCRs, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and #4 plastic bags, inkjet and laser toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hardcover books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Accepts, building supplies, furniture, plumbing fixtures, tiles, appliances, art, lighting solutions, tools, and latex paint. Call for on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed.

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908
                    Cartridges for Kids

                    451 W. 69th St., Loveland
                    1-800-420-0235

                    Pays cash for used inkjet, laser, fax and copier cartridges, used cell phones, laptops and PDAs. If you would like to donate any of the above items to a local school or nonprofit organization, CFDK will either pick up the items or provide you with pre-paid shipping labels.

                    Access Computer Products, Inc. also provides a program that recycles computers, monitors, printers and other electronic waste materials.

                    Eco-Cycle - CHaRM – Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials

                    Recycles computers, televisions, VCRs, fax machines, cell phones, copiers, small electronics, #2 and plastic bags, inkjet and laser jet toner printer cartridges, athletic shoes, hard-cover books and computer type manuals.

                    6400 Arapahoe, Boulder
                    303-444-6634


                    Office Depot

                    9349 Sheridan Blvd., Westminster
                    303-650-8722


                    Office Max

                    5275 Wadsworth Bypass, Arvada
                    303-940-8610


                    Staples

                    5150 W. 120th Ave., Suite 100, Westminster
                    720-887-2497


                    Orchard Town Center

                    14458 Delaware St., Suite 600, Westminster
                    303-920-8004

                    Disabled American Veterans

                    303-288-8387

                    Call to schedule a pickup from your home. Reusable items in good condition only. Donations benefit their thrift stores.


                    Goodwill industries

                    6850 N. Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-650-7700

                    7547 W. 80th Ave., Arvada
                    303-456-8988


                    ARC Thrift Stores

                    3047 W. 74th Ave., Westminster
                    303-231-9222

                    Accepts clean clothing and other household items for their thrift stores. Call to schedule a pickup.


                    Habitat for Humanity ReStore

                    Accepts, building supplies, furniture, plumbing fixtures, tiles, appliances, art, lighting solutions, tools, and latex paint. Call for details on material guidelines. Can pick up donations if needed

                    Denver Outlets

                    70 Rio Grande Blvd., Denver
                    303-722-5863

                    7890 W. Quincy Ave., Denver
                    303-407-2310

                    Wheat Ridge Outlet

                    10625 W. I-70 Frontage Road, N. Wheat Ridge
                    303-421-1908


                    United Cerebral Palsy

                    Accepts clothing, household items, and knick-knacks. Also accepts some furniture and household items. Please call to see when they will be in your area.


                    Vietnam Veterans of America

                    1-800-775-8387

                    Call for scheduling a free pickup from your home. No large furniture/appliances, mattresses, waterbeds, built-in-appliances, bathroom fixtures, recliners, console TVs, building materials, doors, windows, chemicals, heaters, air conditioners, tires, car parts, swings, carpet, fencing, tattered/dirty furniture, open cosmetics and fabric.

                    Residents are encouraged to recycle their tree limbs to reduce landfill use and provide valuable mulch. Limb chipping and free mulch are available for Westminster residents. 

                    Visit the tree limb recycling page for complete details. 
                    Dupont Tyvek envelopes are made of high density polyethylene, which is 100 percent recyclable.

                    Tyvek

                    1-866-338-9835

                    For small quantities (less than 25 envelopes/month), turn any Tyvek envelope inside out so the unprinted white surface shows on the outside. Stuff the inside-out Tyvek envelope with other used Tyvek envelopes for recycling.

                    Address and mail the envelope to:

                    Tyvek Recycle
                    Attn. Shirley B. Wright 
                    8401 Fort Darling Road
                    R
                    ichmond, VA 23237

                    See "Household Items" 


                    SustainAbility Hard to Recycle Center

                    11811 Upham St #5A, Broomfield 
                    303-524-9570

                    6340 W 56th Ave, Arvada
                    303-425-9226


                    ARES thrift store

                    Vacuums must be in working order

                    2536 Spruce St #a, Boulder
                    303-444-8088

                    See "Electronics"

                    Green Disk

                    1-800-305-3475

                    Recycles used computer disks, CDs, DVDs, video tapes and more. Cost is 10 cents/pound with a $6 minimum. Download shipping form on website by clicking on “recycling” then “shipping instructions.”

                    AA clean up – Denver trash hauling and junk removal

                    720-329-5421

                    Appliances, furniture, household junk, rubbish, brush, trash and we recycle metal, garage clean outs and more. Same day service. Call for price quote.


                    All Recycling, Inc.

                    1775 W. Wesley Ave., Englewood
                    303-922-7722

                    Please remove freon from appliances before recycling. company is a full service scrap metal process/broker. Main emphasis is on shredding of autos and white goods. Please contact for more information.


                    Go Recycle Now

                    5750 East 58th Ave., Suite A, Commerce City
                    877-341-2309

                    Refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves/ranges, freezers, air conditioners, water heaters, dishwashers and microwaves. Recycling services provided by Appliance Recycling Centers of America.


                    Rocky Mountain Recycling

                    6510 Brighton Blvd., Commerce City 
                    303-288-6867

                    Accepts all major appliances and most small (non-plastic) appliances for recycling. Refrigerated units must be drained and tagged before delivery. Call for further information.


                    Scrap Happy

                    Jasper
                    720-934-2932

                    Small appliance and scrap metal pick-up and disposal service in the north metro area. Small fee for service outside of the north metro area.

                    See also "Scrap Metal"


                    All Recycling, Inc.

                    1775 W. Wesley Ave., Englewood
                    303-922-7722
                    Please remove freon from appliances before recycling. Company is a full service scrap metal process/broker. Main emphasis is on shredding of autos and white goods. Please contact for more information.


                    Can Land Recycling
                    6141 N. Federal Blvd., Denver
                    303-426-4141


                    Iron and Metals, Inc.

                    5555 Franklin St., Denver
                    303-292-5555

                    Accepts and provides pick-up services for all types of scrap metals from demolition projects and construction sites. Call for on-site evaluation and pricing quotes.


                    Rocky Mountain Recycling

                    6510 Brighton Blvd., Commerce City 
                    303-288-6867

                    Accepts all major appliances and most small (non-plastic) appliances for recycling. Refrigerated units must be drained and tagged before delivery. Call for further information.
                    All Recycle North

                    5350 Washington St., Denver 
                    303-293-3333

                    Accepts yard waste. 


                    Alpine Waste & Recycling

                    7373 Washington St., Denver
                    303-744-9881

                    Accepts composting, recycling and waste collection. 


                    Rubbish Works of Denver

                    600 17th St. #2800, Denver
                    800-501-9324

                    Accepts sod, leaves, plants, flower pots, mulch, sand, rocks and trees. 

                    Matter Recycling

                    https://www.matterrecycling.com/