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A J Recycling Inc is a neighborhood recycling center in the Bronx that sees a mix of residents, small haulers and local businesses dropping off recyclables. It’s the kind of place people bring flattened boxes, scrap metal and glass to keep stuff out of the landfill.
The lot is compact and feels like a working yard - metal bins, piles of bundled cardboard and a small entrance booth where vehicles queue. Expect to pull up, get directed to the right bin for your material, then circle back to leave; heavier loads are typically weighed on a scale. Weekends and spring cleanup days get crowded, so lines and tight maneuvering are common. The surface can be dusty or muddy after rain, and there’s usually a steady stream of pickups and drop-offs.
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Before You Go
- Pre-sort materials as much as possible: flatten cardboard, bundle scrap metal and keep glass separate to speed unloading.
- Bring straps or a tarp to secure loose loads in the truck bed - loose items can scatter when maneuvering around the yard.
- Avoid midday weekends if possible; early morning weekdays or late afternoons on weekdays tend to be less busy and easier for backing up to bins.
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