Frequently Asked Questions

» Do you provide containers for residential/consumer recycling?

» Can I recycle my automobile?

» Do you recycle glass?

» Do you recycle plastic?

» Do you take 55 gallon drums and other containers?

» How many aluminum cans are in a pound?

» What is the difference between clean and dirty metals?

» How do I know for sure if my metal is clean?

Do you provide containers for residential/consumer recycling?
We do not provide containers or pick-up services for residential clients.  However, we do have containers in our front parking lot that patrons can access 24 hours a day. (see Twenty-Four Hours Recycling)

Can I recycle my automobile?
Yes!  We can take your old, broke-down rig, and make sure that it gets turned into something new.  Autos must have:

Do you recycle glass?
Glass beverage bottles are the only type of glass we accept.  Bottles should be sorted according to color (green, brown, clear).  Contact the Hidden Hollow Sanitary Landfill (208.853.1297) for more information on all other glass recycling.

Do you recycle plastic?
No, we do not handle plastics.  For questions concerning plastic recycling, contact Western Recycling (208.375.8580) or Boise Recycling (208.375.3225).

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Do you take 55 gallon drums and other containers?
We can only accept 55 gallon drums if they have the tops cut off and are completely free of all fluids.  If the container was used for hazardous materials, please provide a Certified Triple Rinse Certificate.

How many aluminum cans are in a pound?
It takes approximately 25-33 cans to make a pound.  The number of cans it takes to make a pound varies depending on the size of the can.  Beer cans are made out of a lighter weight aluminum than soda cans, so it takes more of them to equal one pound. 

What is the difference between clean and dirty metals?
Clean metals are free from any other metals or impurities.  Metals are considered dirty when there is any other grade of metal attached to it.  The most common example is Dirty Aluminum.  Dirty Aluminum has screws, nails, rivets, or any other metals attached to it.  When metal is referred to as dirty, that doesn’t mean you need to get out a bar of soap and start scrubbing.  Your most likely cleaning tool will be a screwdriver.

How do I know for sure if my metal is clean?
The easiest way to detect if your aluminum, stainless, brass, or copper is clean is to use a magnet.   If a magnet sticks to anything attached to your metal, then it is considered dirty.  If the magnet doesn’t stick, then it can be considered clean.  One exception to this rule is if stainless steel is attached to the aluminum, it will not stick to the magnet, but it is still considered dirty.

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