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Phones (cellular and landline) that are no longer working are accepted as recycling at the Drop-Off Station and as trash Recovery Yard for disposal.

Recycle Right!

You can always check out Apple, Best Buy, and other tech stores to see if they have phone recycling/trade-in options. Even if your phone is really broken, they can still recycle it for free.

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Always try to repair phones first before recycling them.

Do any other places accept broken phones?

Apple accepts Apple devices for trade-in or recycling and you may receive credit towards a new device!
Best Buy accepts all phones (mobile and landline) for trade-in or recycling, and if your device still has value, you may receive credit!
Target accepts broken phones in a drop-off box at the entry to the store
Staples accepts mobile phones for recycling
Office Depot accepts phones for trade-in or recycling, and you may receive credit if your device has value!

While we do our best to stay updated on alternative reuse and recycling locations, we recommend that you call locations before taking your item(s) to confirm that they currently accept them.

Accepted at:

Drop-Off Station

Step 1
When first arriving, stop at the gatehouse to have your materials assessed and pay the appropriate fees. See price list for full details.: Step 2
The gatehouse attendant will direct you to where your items should be placed. You may be required to stop at multiple areas and containers on site.: Step 3
For a complete list of what is accepted, visit the Drop-Off About page. For safety reasons, pets and children under 13 years old must remain inside the vehicle at all times. Prices are subject to change, and our staff reserves the right to refuse any material that is deemed unsuitable.

Address:: 2950 East Ellsworth Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
Phone:: 734.971.7400
Public drop-off Hours:: Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 6:30 pm*; Saturday 9 am to 6 pm*; Closed Monday, Wednesday, Friday, & Sunday; Credit Cards ONLY. No cash/check.; *SEASONAL NOTICE - during the winter season, the following items cannot be accepted after 5 pm due to lighting and safety concerns: scrap metal, general waste, bulky waste, furniture, yard waste, or concrete.

Recovery Yard

Step 1
Prior to unloading, Call the office 734-426-2280 to receive directions and assistance.: Step 2
Please check our Recovery Yard Drop Off Price list as applicable fees will apply.: Prohibited Items:
No liquids, paints or varnishes, No toxics, No alkaline batteries, food waste, asbestos, soil, sand nor deceased pets, livestock or wildlife.

Address:: 7891 Jackson Road
Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Phone:: 734.426.2280
Public drop-off hours:: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 3:15 pm; Closed Saturday and Sunday

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