Scrap Metal Recycling in Burbank, CA

The Burbank Recycle Center accepts scrap metal such as sheets, hinges, doors and tools from residents.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

3 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Burbank

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · BurbankNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
How it works
Book online, set out your scrap metal and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.
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Burbank Recycle Center (incl. Drop Zone)Drop-off · 500 S. Flower St., BurbankBurbank residentsCost not listed
Where
500 S. Flower St.
Burbank, CA 91502
Hours
Drop Zone Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; no weekend or holiday drop-off
Cost & rules
Scrap metal
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Burbank residents only; ID or proof of residency may be requested.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Allan Company (Baldwin Park)County service · Los Angeles CountyCost not listed
How it works
Allan Company site at 14618 Arrow Hwy, Baldwin Park, CA 91706 (City of Irwindale, Los Angeles County).
Cost & rules
- Listed by the City of Arcadia as a place that takes scrap metal; call ahead for accepted metals and any payment or fees.

Before you go

Ask whether items must be mostly metal and free of refrigerant, fuel or oil.
Check whether the operator pays for metal or charges a fee.

More about scrap metal

California rules

Solid waste facilities may not accept for disposal any major appliance, vehicle or other metallic discard with enough metal to be economically feasible to salvage. Source: California Public Resources Code section 42170 (major appliances and metallic discards) (opens in new tab)
DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Source: DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab)

More California rules (5)

It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Source: DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Source: CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

City of Arcadia: Additional Services (Trash & Recycling) (opens in new tab) · City of Arcadia
- The City of Arcadia lists Allan Company, 14618 Arrow Hwy, Baldwin Park 91706, (626) 962-4047, among local scrap metal locations. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Burbank: Recycle Center (opens in new tab) · City of Burbank Public Works
- Burbank residents only; drop-off is not available on weekends and City holidays. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Burbank: Where It Goes pamphlet (opens in new tab) · City of Burbank Public Works
- The Recycle Center accepts scrap metal such as metal sheets, hinges, doors, tools and curtain rods. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Burbank: Universal and Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · City of Burbank Public Works
- ID or other proof of Burbank residency may be requested. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Universal Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- DTSC says universal wastes (batteries, electronic waste, CRTs, lamps, mercury wastes, non-empty aerosol cans and PV modules) must go to a designated handler or recycler and cannot go in household trash or landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
DTSC: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · California Department of Toxic Substances Control
- It is illegal to dispose of household hazardous waste in the trash, down the drain, or by abandonment; it must go to a household hazardous waste facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DTSC lists antifreeze, batteries, e-waste, household cleaners, paints, pesticides, pool cleaners, solvents, used oil and mercury wastes among common household hazardous wastes. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many cities and counties run household hazardous waste collection programs; DTSC keeps a map of HHW facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many HHW facilities keep set days and hours, some cap daily amounts, some only hold events once or twice a year, and many require an appointment. Checked October 26, 2026.
CalRecycle: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · CalRecycle
- CalRecycle says it is illegal to dispose of hazardous waste in the garbage, down storm drains or onto the ground. Checked October 26, 2026.
California Public Resources Code section 42170 (major appliances and metallic discards) (opens in new tab) · California Legislative Information
- Solid waste facilities may not accept for disposal any major appliance, vehicle or other metallic discard with enough metal to be economically feasible to salvage. Checked October 26, 2026.

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