Kernersville Recycling Center: Hours, Address & Drop-Off Guide
Use this Kernersville recycling center guide before you load your car. It covers the Forsyth County Recycling Center on Lindsay Street, county holiday closures, accepted drop-off items, Town of Kernersville curbside recycling, the Public Services drop-off site, household hazardous waste, e-waste, electronics, yard waste, bulky items, maps and official links in plain local language.
Listed open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Fast Answer for Kernersville Residents
The main public recycling drop-off location for the Kernersville recycling center search is the Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville at 445 Lindsay Street, Kernersville, NC 27284. Forsyth County lists the center open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is not listed as open on Monday or Sunday.
The Kernersville county center is best for clean, sorted recycling such as corrugated cardboard, chipboard, paper, aluminum beverage cans, steel/tin/bi-metal food and beverage cans, glass food and beverage containers, and plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5. Hazardous waste, e-waste, paint, pesticides, chemicals, automotive fluids and electronics should go to 3RC EnviroStation instead.
On This Page
- Kernersville recycling center overview
- Quick facts before you drive
- Hours and closure notes
- Holiday closures
- Which Kernersville location should you use?
- Accepted county drop-off materials
- Town curbside recycling rules
- Public Services drop-off site
- Not accepted items
- HHW and e-waste at 3RC
- Yard waste and bulky items
- Drop-off checklist
- Official links
- Map and directions
- FAQ
Kernersville Recycling Center Overview
When people search for Kernersville Recycling Center, they usually need one of three services: Forsyth County’s recycling drop-off center at 445 Lindsay Street, the Town of Kernersville curbside recycling program, or the Town Public Services drop-off site for extra household garbage, bulky items, metal, white goods and yard debris.
The county center and the town curbside cart do not follow identical rules. Forsyth County’s convenience center lists plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5, while the Town’s curbside page describes plastic bottles and jugs numbered 1 through 7 that are bottle-shaped with a neck smaller than the base or screw-top style. When in doubt, use the official page for the service you are using.
Quick Facts Before You Drive
Kernersville Recycling Center Hours and Closure Notes
Forsyth County lists the Kernersville Recycling Center at 445 Lindsay Street as open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The center is part of the county recycling convenience center system and is available for Forsyth County residents to use free of charge for accepted recyclables.
| Service | Location | Hours / Access | Important Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville | 445 Lindsay Street, Kernersville, NC 27284 | Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Use for accepted clean recyclables. Call 336-703-2440 for county recycling questions. |
| Town Public Services Drop-Off | 720 McKaughan St, Gate 3 | Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, 7:00 AM-1:00 PM | Town residents only; proof of residency required. No construction debris, demolition debris or hazardous waste. |
| Town Public Services Office | 509 Michael St, Kernersville | Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-11:00 AM and 12:00 PM-4:00 PM | Call 336-996-6916 for town solid waste questions. |
| 3RC EnviroStation | 1401 S Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem | Wednesday-Saturday, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM | For Forsyth County HHW and e-waste; closed Sunday-Tuesday, holidays and select holiday weekends. |
Kernersville Recycling Center Holiday Closures
Forsyth County lists observed holidays for the Kernersville Recycling Center. Plan around these closures before driving with a full carload, especially around long weekends and major holiday weeks.
| Observed Holiday | Applies To | Resident Action |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Kernersville Recycling Center | Check county status before driving. |
| Memorial Day | Kernersville Recycling Center | Plan drop-off for another open day. |
| Fourth of July | Kernersville Recycling Center | Verify if holiday falls near your planned visit. |
| Labor Day | Kernersville Recycling Center | Expect holiday closure. |
| Thanksgiving Day | Kernersville Recycling Center | Avoid assuming normal Thursday access. |
| Christmas Day | Kernersville Recycling Center | Check county updates before loading materials. |
Which Kernersville Recycling or Drop-Off Location Should You Use?
Kernersville residents often confuse the county recycling center, the town curbside recycling cart, the Public Services drop-off, and 3RC EnviroStation. Use this table before you drive.
| Your Item / Need | Best Route | Use It For | Do Not Use It For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clean drop-off recyclables | Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville | Cardboard, chipboard, paper, cans, glass food/beverage containers, plastics 1, 2 and 5. | Hazardous waste, e-waste, paint, pesticides, motor oil, plastic bags, Styrofoam, mirrors or window glass. |
| Town curbside recycling | Blue recycling cart | Approved town cart recyclables on your normal garbage pickup day. | Items not listed by the Town of Kernersville curbside rules. |
| Extra trash, bulky items, metal, white goods, yard debris | Town Public Services Drop-Off at 720 McKaughan St, Gate 3 | Eligible town-resident drop-off items with proof of residency. | Construction materials, demolition debris and hazardous waste. |
| Household hazardous waste and electronics | 3RC EnviroStation | Paint, chemicals, automotive fluids, e-waste, computers, televisions and similar HHW/e-waste. | Regular trash, recyclables, ammunition, explosives, radioactive, medical/infectious or e-cigarette waste. |
Accepted Items at Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville
Forsyth County lists specific recyclable materials accepted at county convenience centers. All recyclable materials must be clean and free of contaminants. Glass, metal and plastic food containers should be rinsed clean, and cardboard food containers must be free of grease and residue.
| County Drop-Off Category | Accepted Examples | Preparation Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard and chipboard | Corrugated cardboard and chipboard such as cereal boxes and cracker boxes. | Flatten boxes. Keep cardboard dry and free from grease or food residue. |
| Paper | Magazines, newspapers, office paper, telephone books and catalogs. | Keep paper dry and remove plastic wrapping. |
| Aluminum cans | Aluminum beverage cans. | Empty and rinse when possible. |
| Steel, tin and bi-metal cans | Food and beverage cans. | Rinse food residue and keep cans loose. |
| Glass containers | Glass food and beverage bottles and jars. | Only container glass. No mirrors, drinking glasses, window glass, Pyrex or ceramics. |
| Plastics | All plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5. | Rinse containers. No plastic bags, plastic wrap or Styrofoam. |
Cardboard Recycling in Kernersville
Flatten boxes before leaving home. Keep cardboard dry and remove packing foam, plastic wrap and food residue. Greasy cardboard can contaminate other recyclable material.
Glass Recycling in Kernersville
Forsyth County accepts glass food and beverage containers such as bottles and jars. It does not accept ceramics, dishes, drinking glasses, light bulbs, mirrors, Pyrex, window glass or any glass that is not a container.
Town of Kernersville Curbside Recycling Rules
The Town of Kernersville says recycling carts are collected on the same day as normal garbage pickup. Residents can use the Town’s collection schedule app to find the sanitation route, recycling week and pickup day for their neighborhood.
| Town Curbside Category | Accepted by Town Guidance | Important Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic bottles and jugs | Plastic bottles and jugs numbered 1 through 7. | Must be bottle-shaped with a neck smaller than the base or screw-top style. No tubs such as yogurt, sour cream or butter tubs. |
| Aluminum and steel cans | Beverage cans, food cans, empty aerosol cans, pie tins and aluminum foil with no food scraps. | Empty and rinse containers. |
| Paper and cardboard | Newsprint, corrugated cardboard, magazines, catalogs, cereal boxes, cartons, phone books, printer paper, mail and office paper. | Keep dry and remove non-paper contamination. |
| Glass bottles and jars | Brown, clear or green glass bottles and jars. | Container glass only. |
| Rigid bulky plastic | Crates, toys and laundry baskets. | Do not confuse rigid plastic with plastic film or Styrofoam. |
Town Public Services Drop-Off Site
The Town of Kernersville Public Services drop-off is different from the county recycling center. The Town lists the drop-off at 720 McKaughan St, Gate 3 for residents inside town limits. Normal operating hours are Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Proof of residency such as a driver’s license or utility bill is required.
The Town lists this drop-off for extra household garbage, bulky items, metal and white goods, and yard debris. Construction materials, demolition debris and hazardous waste are not accepted at this site.
Items Not Accepted at the Kernersville County Recycling Center
Forsyth County lists several materials not accepted at county recycling convenience centers. The safest rule is simple: if it is not a clean accepted recyclable, do not put it in the recycling container.
Household Hazardous Waste and E-Waste Near Kernersville
Forsyth County directs residents to 3RC EnviroStation for household hazardous waste and electronic waste. The facility is located at 1401 S Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, and is listed open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It is closed Sunday through Tuesday, holidays and select holiday weekends.
| Material | Best Route | Important Rule |
|---|---|---|
| Paint, pesticides and chemicals | 3RC EnviroStation | Keep in original containers when possible. Do not mix chemicals. |
| Automotive fluids | 3RC EnviroStation | Includes motor oil, antifreeze and similar HHW items. |
| Computers and televisions | 3RC EnviroStation | Forsyth County residents may use the free e-waste service; proof of residency may be requested. |
| Regular trash and recyclables | Do not take to 3RC | 3RC is for HHW and e-waste, not normal recycling or trash. |
| Ammunition, explosives, radioactive, medical/infectious and e-cigarette waste | Not accepted at 3RC | Call official agencies for safe disposal guidance. |
Yard Waste, Bulky Items and Extra Trash in Kernersville
The Town of Kernersville handles bulky items through special clean-up periods and also lists the Public Services drop-off for certain town-resident items. Bulky trash includes items such as furniture and extra bagged trash, but items cannot weigh over 200 pounds under the town’s bulky item guidance.
Yard waste should not be mixed into recycling. The Town’s yard-waste guidance says yard waste is banned from the garbage landfill and recycling center, and residents should not put yard waste in grey or blue carts. The Public Services drop-off can be used for eligible yard debris under town rules and operating hours.
How to Prepare Your Load Before Visiting
- Choose the correct place. Use 445 Lindsay Street for clean county recyclables, 720 McKaughan St for eligible town drop-off items, and 3RC for HHW/e-waste.
- Sort before you leave home. Keep cardboard, paper, glass, cans and plastics separated enough to unload cleanly.
- Flatten cardboard. Remove foam, plastic wrap, packing material and greasy food residue.
- Rinse containers. Glass, metal and plastic food containers should be clean and free of contaminants.
- Keep bags and Styrofoam out. Plastic bags, plastic wrap and Styrofoam are not accepted in county recycling.
- Bring proof when required. Town Public Services drop-off requires proof of town residency; 3RC may ask for proof of Forsyth County residency.
- Call before questionable loads. Use 336-703-2440 for county recycling, 336-996-6916 for town Public Services, and 336-784-4300 for 3RC.
Official Kernersville Recycling Links
Kernersville Recycling Center Map and Directions
The map below points to the Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville at 445 Lindsay Street, Kernersville, NC 27284. Use the map for directions, then verify the correct service route: county recycling center, town Public Services drop-off, curbside pickup schedule, or 3RC EnviroStation.
Map note: Recycling-Centre.org is an independent guide, not the official Forsyth County or Town of Kernersville website. Hours, holidays, accepted items, residency requirements, drop-off rules and closure notices can change. Always verify with the official county or town page before driving with a large, hazardous, electronic, bulky, yard-waste or questionable load.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kernersville Recycling Center
Where is the Kernersville Recycling Center?
The Forsyth County Recycling Center – Kernersville is listed at 445 Lindsay Street, Kernersville, NC 27284.
What are Kernersville Recycling Center hours?
Forsyth County lists the Kernersville center as open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Is the Kernersville recycling center open Sunday?
No. The county recycling center is not listed as open on Sunday.
What holidays does the Kernersville Recycling Center observe?
Forsyth County lists New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day for the Kernersville Recycling Center holiday list.
What items are accepted at the Kernersville county recycling center?
Accepted items include corrugated cardboard, chipboard, magazines, newspapers, office paper, telephone books, catalogs, aluminum beverage cans, steel/tin/bi-metal food and beverage cans, glass food and beverage containers, and plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5.
Can I recycle plastic bags at the Kernersville Recycling Center?
No. Plastic bags, plastic wrap and Styrofoam are listed not accepted at Forsyth County recycling convenience centers.
Where do electronics and hazardous waste go near Kernersville?
Forsyth County residents can use 3RC EnviroStation at 1401 S Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Winston-Salem for household hazardous waste and electronic waste.
What are 3RC EnviroStation hours?
3RC EnviroStation is listed open Wednesday through Saturday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and closed Sunday through Tuesday, holidays and select holiday weekends.
Where is the Town of Kernersville Public Services drop-off?
The Town lists the Public Services drop-off at 720 McKaughan St, Gate 3, with normal operating hours Monday, Wednesday and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Do I need proof of residency for the town drop-off?
Yes. The Town says residents must present proof of residency such as a driver’s license or utility bill at the Public Services drop-off.
How do I find my Kernersville recycling pickup day?
Use the Town of Kernersville collection schedule app to find sanitation routes, recycling week and sanitation pickup day for your neighborhood.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Kernersville recycling website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide. Use the official Forsyth County and Town of Kernersville links on this page for final rules, hours, holidays and accepted items.
Final Local Summary
For most clean drop-off recycling in Kernersville, use the Forsyth County Recycling Center at 445 Lindsay Street. It is listed open Tuesday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM. Bring clean accepted materials only: cardboard, chipboard, paper, cans, glass food and beverage containers, and plastics numbered 1, 2 and 5.
For town curbside recycling, use the Town of Kernersville recycling and collection schedule pages. For extra household garbage, bulky items, metal, white goods and yard debris, use the Public Services drop-off rules. For paint, pesticides, chemicals, automotive fluids, computers, televisions and other HHW/e-waste, use 3RC EnviroStation.