Recycling is picked up every other Tuesday in Oakland. But what about hard-to-recycle items like batteries, lightbulbs, and tires?
Here are some local resources:
Pennsylvania Resources Council: Weekly e-waste collection on Tuesday and Thursday; accepts many items including televisions, computer parts, batteries, etc. Material disposal is charged at a cost of $0.35 per pound to recycle. 3001 Railroad Street. 412.489.9299.
Construction Junction: Accepts any refrigerant-containing appliances, lightbulbs, lighting ballasts, scrap metal, PVC/vinyl scrap, alkaline batteries, etc. Separate acceptance policies, fee may be required. 214 North Lexington Street. 412.243.5025×10.
uBreakiFix: Accepts most types of tech and devices for recycling, including rechargeable batteries, cell phones, tablets, computers, printers, game consoles, wearables, etc. No fee. 4718 Liberty Avenue. 412.774.2252.
City of Pittsburgh Recycling Drop-off Locations: Accepts typical recyclables as well as yard debris and tires. For yard debris, there is no fee for cars and a $21.00 fee for debris in a trailer. East End: 6814 Hamilton Ave. 412-665-3609. Hazelwood: 40 Melanchton St. 412-422-6524. West End: 1330 Hassler St Pittsburgh. 412.937.3054.
Worm Return: Composting services for businesses and households. Provides containers and picks up on your chosen schedule. Offers several paid plans dependent on your address. Also provides education on composting and vermicomposting as well as green-living consulting. wormreturn.com. 412.773.0306.