CURBCYCLE PICKUP · We’ll pick it up and recycle it for you.Book a pickup →
Book a pickup

Scrap Metal Recycling in Saginaw, MI

Metal is accepted free at the city's monthly Convenience Station for residents. Rifkin Steel & Aluminum on N. Washington buys ferrous and non-ferrous scrap.

See all 3 options

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

3 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Saginaw

Tap an option to see the address, hours, cost and rules.

  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · SaginawNo 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.

    Book a pickup →

  2. City of Saginaw Convenience StationDrop-off · 1435 South Washington Avenue, SaginawSaginaw residentsFree
    Where

    1435 South Washington Avenue
    Saginaw, MI 48601

    Hours

    Second Saturday of each month, 8 a.m.-noon (in line by 11:30 a.m.).

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • One free visit (one vehicle and one trailer) per resident per month, second Saturday only.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Rifkin Steel & Aluminum CompanyDrop-off · 1011 N Washington, SaginawCost not listed
    Where

    1011 N Washington
    Saginaw, MI 48601

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Rifkin purchases ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Before you go

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

Michigan rules

More Michigan rules (4)
Where this information comes from (14)

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • City of Saginaw Convenience Station Policy (opens in new tab) · City of Saginaw
    • The Convenience Station is at City of Saginaw Public Works, 1435 South Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48601, open the 2nd Saturday of each month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Convenience Station is a supplemental free disposal service for City of Saginaw residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Proof of City of Saginaw residency (state driver's license or MI ID) is required; one dumping occurrence per resident per month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • City residents get one dumping occurrence each month, covering one vehicle and one trailer. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Acceptable materials: household rubbish, light demolition debris, tires (limit 10), appliances, furniture and metal. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The city policy says Rifkin purchases ferrous metals (including appliances and cast iron) and non-ferrous metals including aluminum, copper, lead, batteries and carbide. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Rubbish Services (opens in new tab) · City of Saginaw
    • Recyclables, building materials, furniture and trash can be dropped off; no paint or chemicals; city residents only with Michigan ID. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Other (additional disposal resources) (opens in new tab) · Mid Michigan Waste Authority
    • MMWA refers scrap metal to Rifkin Steel & Aluminum Company, 1011 N Washington, Saginaw, MI 48601, (989) 752-2158. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • EGLE: take leftover household hazardous products to a local collection when one is available; never pour them down a storm drain or household drain. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If there is no local collection, EGLE says to ask your trash hauler for instructions on safe disposal in the regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Landfill Prohibited Materials and Special Wastes (guidance, rev. 3/2021) (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • Household hazardous waste (solvents, cleansers, pesticides) is not banned from Michigan landfills, though EGLE says it is not well suited to them. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
    • HHW collections are run by local governments or commercial recyclers; many are temporary or seasonal, so call before going. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE keeps a county-by-county list of local collection contacts; if your community is not listed, call your city, township or county. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EGLE suggests looking for retail take-back of electronics, batteries, light bulbs, medications, motor oil and antifreeze when buying replacements. Checked October 26, 2026.

“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.

How we check our information