Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center

Category: Waste management service in Tacoma, Washington

Address: 3510 S Mullen St, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA

Phone: +12535022100

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–5:30PM

Monday: 8AM–5:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–5:30PM

Friday: 8AM–5:30PM

Saturday: 8AM–5:30PM

Reviews

Jeremy Wekell

Jun 16, 2022

I think it's a nice, efficient facility. Tacoma's rates are okay for residential debris. Full price for commercial.

Joe Turnbull

Apr 7, 2022

This place is a dump ! Couldn't resist... Cheaper then the one on Meridian. Yard waste is free. **please note that this dump is for Tacoma residents who pay for trash collection only. Be prepared to provide proof via your TPU bill for trash collection service and a driver's license**

Zach “Mr. ZB” B.

Jan 22, 2022

This place is stinky... especially when you get into the garbage transfer station. Everyone is friendly and helpful so makes it easy to unload.

Valerie Morse

Apr 4, 2021

This facility is equipped to allow people to dispose of several different types of garbage. They recycle glass and cardboard, but people can also dispose of other types of garbage. Not sure about furniture or TV's bit anything else provided it's not hazardous etc, is allowed. The process is very easy for a first time user, the staff appear willing to help out someone who is new to the process. Best of all the cost is not that bad for city 😉 Tacoma residents it's $20 for 40 lbs (they ask for ID) it's not the most run place I've ever been to but it is a dump after all. But appears efficiently run and not as as I was expecting.

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Questions & Answers

Can I dispose of dead cattle (goat or horse) at this station? If so, is there a flat fee or does that fall off under the regular weight charges?

MD Durisko | Aug 11, 2022
Home Rounds | Aug 12, 2022

Probably not if it's diseased cattle you have to go to a registered disposal site. If not you could risk fines.

Where do I get rid of can and buckets of old paint? How much does it cost?

Eldon Wiltsey | Aug 11, 2022
Kenneth Blocher | Aug 12, 2022

For most paint buckets/can, you just leave the lids off to let the paint dry and then dispose of them like any other household garbage.

What is cost for a car load per ton.

Thomas West | Aug 11, 2022
Robert Pirnie | Aug 12, 2022

Depends on the origination point - inside Tacoma or outside of the City.

If you live in lakewood are you charged for non city of tacoma rates?

Stephanie Schoenen | Aug 11, 2022
Robert Pirnie | Aug 12, 2022

Yes. Most municipalities will reimburse though. Check with your collection service.

Can I dispose my Christmas tree here?

Sierra | Aug 11, 2022
Courtney Johnson | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, they have "tree-cycling". There is a bin near the recycling area where you can drop off your tree 🌲

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Is this the place to dump a couch and how much does it cost?

Jesse Talavera | Aug 11, 2022
Travis | Aug 12, 2022

Depending upon whether you are a tacoma resident or not. I believe its a $20 furniture fee

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Recycle trimmed branches

bonnie staller | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

Yes they do.

I live in Edgewood, where is my closest Transfer station......thanks for the help.

S. H. Harper | Aug 11, 2022
Kass Thomas | Aug 12, 2022

Algona, perhaps.

Do king county workers have discount on the dumping fees...just wondering

kai kea | Aug 11, 2022
Jeremy Wekell | Aug 12, 2022

Nope, it's a city run facility. A few years ago several people were fired for "discounts". They have little humor and no wiggle room.

can you recycle styrofoam peanuts here?

Terry Wolfe | Aug 11, 2022
Nancy Heavey | Aug 12, 2022

At this time they are not taking styrofoam at the recycle center and you CANNOT put the peanuts in your recycle bin. I believe they will take them at a UPS Store.

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If not here, then where do I dump sod and dirt (with some rocks) from my backyard?

Darold Hassler | Aug 11, 2022
Ruth | Aug 12, 2022

I believe you can call it yard waste and they'll be fine with it. There is a weight limit--and they do weigh you going in--of 450 lbs for $20. I had nowhere near that, so double check if you have a large load

I have an old metal gazebo. Is there a scrap metal bin I can put this in or does it go into the Garbage area?

Darkwinter Wolf | Aug 11, 2022
John Burton | Aug 12, 2022

I'd take that to Puget Sound Recycling and maybe get some money for that scrap. I think it may be just be garbage if you to take it here. Didn't see an area for scrap metal when I was there a few moments ago.

Can I dispose of spent beer grai as yard wast for free

Jacob Turner | Aug 11, 2022
Joshua Martin | Aug 12, 2022

As long as you are a Tacoma resident you may dispose of it for free. They will tell you where it goes.

Are you accepting refuse from University Place yet?

Hudson Tangredi | Aug 11, 2022
Thethirdmusketeer Sweeney | Aug 12, 2022

It costs but yes.

Can you unload by hand

Paul Bost | Aug 11, 2022
brandon smith | Aug 12, 2022

Yes. You can unload by hand.

Is this facility open 24 hours?

Richard LePrak | Aug 11, 2022
Justin Roberts | Aug 12, 2022

No

Does the facility accept concrete blocks?

Larry Wiseman | Aug 11, 2022
Richard Smith | Aug 12, 2022

Garbage is garbage they will let you throw all most anything away

Do you take propane tanks?

Steve Courtney | Aug 11, 2022
Tim Barr | Aug 12, 2022

They take, check hours open at hazard waste. I believe closed Tues, Weds, Thurs. Check yourself to be sure.

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Does the city dump take scrap metal

chris fontenot | Aug 11, 2022
Michal Munoz | Aug 12, 2022

There is a scrap metal bin in the recycling area

What do you charge for commercial reach in cooler

Pat Nagle | Aug 11, 2022
Leon Bassett | Aug 12, 2022

Idk depends on the weight but it's $20 I believe 0ta150,but a cooler with the coolant inside is sure ta be more at any dump

How do I get recycling containers for my apartment complex? I would like to set up a recycling area that all my neighbors can utilize. Where can I pick those up? And is there a cost, and if so how much?

Kristina PEREZ | Aug 11, 2022
Sean McManus | Aug 12, 2022

For such a request, contact the main office through phone, email, or even physically at their offices.

do you recycle TV's

Chris Woodruff | Aug 11, 2022
Douglas Graham (Doug) | Aug 12, 2022

I am pretty sure they take them at the hazardous area there. Prob a bit of a charge because of the led glass.

Is the dump opened on néw years eve?

Linette Davis | Aug 11, 2022
Joshua Burbach | Aug 12, 2022

Last time I was there it was

Is the dump open sunday?

J (LoveSubaru24) | Aug 11, 2022
Matthew Winningham | Aug 12, 2022

Yes. Subject to pandemic restrictions.

Florescent tunes? Do I just put in my garbage can?

Peter Altmann | Aug 11, 2022
Eric S. Bergson | Aug 12, 2022

No. Drop them off next to the recycling area and the hazardous materials section.

Can I get rid of a washer and dryer at this dump site

Celeste Reed | Aug 11, 2022
Dave Martin | Aug 12, 2022

Yes

Does Tacoma Dump take old glass sliding doors & screens

Joni Hollyoak | Aug 11, 2022
Travis | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, they do

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Where can i get rid of a old hot tub

Doug | Aug 11, 2022
David Gilbert | Aug 12, 2022

Is this Doug Turner

How do I get ahold of the mechanic deoartment?

mary wade | Aug 11, 2022
Corey | Aug 12, 2022

May I ask why?

Do you take lawn mowers?

SoccerSpeedTraining | Aug 11, 2022
Yaisa Criss-Greenwood | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, if electric, battery should be removed. If gas, all liquid should be removed.

what are the fees

sara lemming | Aug 11, 2022
Randy Knighton | Aug 12, 2022

It's like $20 for the first 400#

Does it cost extra to get rid of tires

Vickie Halladay | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

Ironbeaver is correct. But call some of the other landfills to see what their costs might be for the same disposal.

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Do you take mattresses

Kirk Peters | Aug 11, 2022
IRONBEAVER | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, but costs more I believe there's a company off of puyallup ave that's cheaper

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how do I get a larger garbage can for my home

Vera Parks | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

Give Tacoma Refuse a call. They will be right on it by the next pickup date. Great service.

So, according to the pricing board we were supposed to pay $11 bucks to toss our old couch, super light, etc...but we just dumped it here and they charged us $60. FOR A COUCH. We live in tacoma, how outrageous is this???

Ally Brown | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

I'd say.....something before I paid.

Ok...what am I supposed to do if my garbage can got stolen (weird, right)?

Lyndon Jaymes | Aug 11, 2022
IRONBEAVER | Aug 12, 2022

Call and they send you out a new one

Can I take a tv

Alan Miller | Aug 11, 2022
Tina Davidson | Aug 12, 2022

Does it cost to take a TV

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Do we have to organize our trash and then dump it, or do we dump it all in a general area?

Dakota Helhiem | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

See the schedules of fees in photos. Recycling and yard waste is free at this time. General waste $20 first 400 pounds etc. Tires, appliances etc additional.

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What does it cost to dispose a king size mattress for a Tacoma resident?

steve tharp | Aug 11, 2022
Brent Beckstead | Aug 12, 2022

Check the fee chart in the photos

Can I bring a refrigerator to the dump

Alan Miller | Aug 11, 2022
Brett DeGraw | Aug 12, 2022

Yes but I believe the freon needs to be removed. Might want to call to verify

What is the cost for yard waste disposal for tacoma resident

Gina Crosslin | Aug 11, 2022
Kim Vance | Aug 12, 2022

No charge for City of Tacoma residents. No limit on trips.

I'm a county, but not Tacoma, resident. Can I dispose of a mattress here? And if so, is it recycled as much as possible, or just sent to landfill?

Linda Spadoni | Aug 11, 2022
IRONBEAVER | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, they will take your mattress but it's more expensive for non city residents. An outside recycling company collects all the mattresses processes them.

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what does it cost to get rid of yard waste

stewart smith | Aug 11, 2022
Daniel Taylor | Aug 12, 2022

If you are a city resident it is free.

How much does it cost to drop off a toilet?

Josh Ketter | Aug 11, 2022
brandon smith | Aug 12, 2022

7.25 every 100# after minimum

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Is it less expensive to drop items here if you are a Tacoma resident?

Kass Thomas | Aug 11, 2022
IRONBEAVER | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, city resident rates are lower by weight and for special items like mattresses and tires etc. Minimum fee is the same for residents and non.

Do they ask for license

Helen Oya | Aug 11, 2022
Jib Blackdog | Aug 12, 2022

yes to prove City residence

do you take old roofing?

Greg Heidal | Aug 11, 2022
Richard Oughton | Aug 12, 2022

No we do not take roofing at the recycle center. That material get dumped as garbage, thank you

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do you take broken up concrete without rebar?

aaron Berry | Aug 11, 2022
Michael Tucker | Aug 12, 2022

No, but try recycle center off sales road!

I am rebuilding my fence. Is the old wood recyclable? Or does it go to the landfill?

Mark Light | Aug 11, 2022
Michael Tucker | Aug 12, 2022

To the landfill

I have a load of sod to get rid of; do you accept sod? Thanks!

A Google User | Aug 11, 2022
Sierra M | Aug 12, 2022

I had the same question. This is what their website says “Sod, dirt, rocks, large stumps, trunks and branches are not accepted as curbside yard waste and should be brought to the Tacoma Recovery and Transfer Center. Stumps, brush, and tree limbs (whole or chipped) can also be brought to Recovery 1 in Tacoma. (Fees may apply.)”

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Do they take debit?

Justin Lounder | Aug 11, 2022
brandon smith | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, just not American express

Is yard waste free to drop off i forgot to put mine on curbside. Thank

Michael F. | Aug 11, 2022
Kenneth Blocher | Aug 12, 2022

For Tacoma residents, it is free. For non Tacoma residents it's $7.25 for each 100lbs with a minimum fee of $20. They charge the full $7.25 for each partial 100lbs, so 310lbs would be $29.00 (4 x 7.25).

Pick up tomorrow?

Jean Sherwood | Aug 11, 2022
Kenneth Blocher | Aug 12, 2022

They do not offer a pickup service, you must bring in your materials yourself. Trash, or curbside service is offered by another company. I think it's WasteManagement in Tacoma.

Are customers charged for multiple dumps per weight?what is that charge

Bobby Leach | Aug 11, 2022
Robert Pirnie | Aug 12, 2022

Charge is per load. Rate depends on origination from in the City (Tacoma) or from outside.

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