Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →Recycling of Stillwater, on S Perkins Rd in Stillwater, is the local recycling center people use for drop-offs of household recyclables. Neighbors and small loads show up with everything from cardboard and mixed paper to glass, metal cans and common plastics; many recycling centers in the area also run occasional programs for electronics, batteries or motor oil collections. It's the practical place to bring sorted stuff rather than stuffing it in curbside bins.
Expect a working-yard feel rather than a shiny storefront. At places like this there are usually a few large containers or roll-off bins for different materials and a place to pull up close to unload; heavier loads may be weighed on a scale. Weekends and spring-cleanup days tend to be the busiest, so traffic and waiting can build up. Do a quick sort in the truck bed before getting out - it saves time and keeps things moving.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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