PADNOS Howell Recycling Center

Howell, MI

PADNOS Howell Recycling Center

645 Lucy Road, Howell, MI 48843, USA

Call: (517) 546-3820

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Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Closed

May 25, 2026
July 3, 2026
September 7, 2026
November 26, 2026
November 27, 2026
December 24, 2026
December 25, 2026

Welcome to PADNOS Howell Recycling Center & Scrap Yard

PADNOS Howell Recycling Center is your trusted local scrap yard and recycling center in Howell, MI. Conveniently located near I-96 and Grand River Road, you can recycle scrap metal, including copper, aluminum, and steel. You can also conveniently scrap junk cars and end-of-life vehicles, catalytic converters, electronics, and more.

We offer free junk car removal services for end-of-life and non-running vehicles. Contact our team to schedule removal. For running vehicles, you can drop off at our location.

Howell Recycling Center provides an opportunity to earn money through recycling, but it also allows customers to play a part in environmental sustainability. With expert guidance, customers are led through the recycling process with ease, and competitive rates are offered for the materials brought in.

We want your junk car! Turn it into cash today!

Call (517) 201-8811

Our call center is available Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm.

What You Can Bring

Realcycle with us – your garage, kitchen and backyard are full of recyclable metals that don’t belong in a landfill. When you bring in unwanted household goods, your waste becomes a resource. Here are some items you can bring to PADNOS Howell Recycling Center.

Junk Cars & Car Parts

PADNOS makes junk car recycling simple. We’ll take your unwanted, wrecked, or non-running vehicle and help you recycle it responsibly – and you’ll get paid for its value.

Appliances & Electronics

We buy and recycle all types of scrap metal, including aluminium, copper, brass and steel. PADNOS makes scrap metal recycling easy, fast and rewarding.

Tools, Wires & More!

PADNOS accepts more than just cars and metals – from old tools, to cords and burnt out lights, and more! Contact us to learn what else you can bring and how we can help you recycle responsibly.

Drop Off Your Scrap – As Easy as 1-2-3

Weigh In

Enter from Lucy Road and proceed to the scale. Stop at the intercom for instructions.
Non-ferrous only? Skip the scale and proceed directly to Step 2

Unload & Weigh Out

Ferrous: Unload your materials into the appropriate ferrous pile. When finished, proceed around to the back and return to the yellow scale to weigh out.

Non-Ferrous: Drive to the back of the building located to the left of the scale. Pull into the loading dock area and unload for weighing.”

Get Paid

Park and go inside the office to collect your payment.

Hear from our customers

As usual I say everyone was great, but I wouldn't say it if it wasn't true. They are extremely helpful, knowledgeable and courteous. They go great lengths to make sure you get an honest and correct as well as fair price for your scrap
This location and staff has always been professional, friendly, accommodating and fair. I appreciate having a local location to go to that supports our community the way you do. Keep up the great work! Thank you!
Great place 10 out of 10 great customer service 👍🏻 Highly recommend
Usually has the best metal prices, friendly staff and haven't got a flat tire yet for the many times I've been here.
This is my favorite place to scrap. From the people who work in the office Down to the people in the yard . Also the men an women who work in the garage .They go out of there way to make you feel like ur part of the pandas family.

PADNOS Howell Frequently Asked Questions

What scrap can I recycle with you?

We pay you to recycle all metals including steel, iron, copper, wire, aluminum, auto-cast, cast iron, cast aluminum, and more. We pay you to recycle electronics like PC towers, laptops, smartphones, motherboards, memory, and more. We pay you to recycle lead-acid batteries from vehicles.
Can I recycle household appliances here?

Yes, at PADNOS Howell we will pay you for your old appliances. We recycle large appliances like washers, dryers, stoves, microwaves, refrigerators, and freezers, and small appliances like toasters, blenders, and coffee makers. For items like refrigerators, freezers, AC units and dehumidifiers, we have a process for properly removing the refrigerant. This service is free of charge and will be completed by our staff.
Where can I scrap an old vehicle?

You can scrap old vehicles, or vehicles totaled in an accident at PADNOS Howell. All you need is a valid title in your name or signed over to you as a purchaser.
What documentation do I need to bring to scrap items?

You need to bring a current, valid government-issued picture ID. If you are bringing in a vehicle, you will also need to bring the title.
Do I need an appointment?

No appointment is needed! Just drive onto the scale and we’ll talk you through the process.
Where can I recycle electronics?

You can scrap electronics at PADNOS Howell, and get paid per pound. We recycle all types of circuit boards, computers, smartphones, cables, wires, hard drives with circuit boards, and more. We also accept (at no value) printers, keyboards, tablets, speakers, power tools, vacuum cleaners, and gaming systems.
How does a recycling center work?

The average waste management service typically only collects paper, cardboard boxes, aluminum cans, milk cartons, plastic containers, and glass bottles in its recycling bins. They don’t often take larger items such as kitchen appliances, refrigerators, scrap metals, furniture, or construction building materials. PADNOS Howell recycling center takes items that aren’t accepted in household recycling bins. Then, the recycling station will process the materials for reuse. They’re often turned into raw materials and sent to different businesses to create new products.
What are the benefits of recycling scrap material?

Recycling materials helps conserve natural resources and reduces trash in landfills. It’s an environmentally friendly way for a community to minimize and lessen waste and pollution. Plus, it promotes sustainability and supports the local economy. When you recycle, you also get paid for your scrap materials by the pound. So, it’s a win-win situation for everyone. Proper waste management is also necessary for the health of a local community.