Broomfield Recycling Center: Hours, Address & Sunday Schedule
Use this Broomfield Recycling Center guide before you load your car. It covers the 24/7 recycling drop-off at 225 Commerce Street, Sunday access, staff-help hours, resident-only rules, accepted recyclables, rejected items, household hazardous waste, electronics, yard waste, waste oil, tree-branch drop-off, and official Broomfield links in plain local language.
The Recycling Center is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for Broomfield residents only.
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Fast Answer for Broomfield Residents
The main Broomfield Recycling Center is at 225 Commerce Street, Broomfield, CO 80020. The city lists it as open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for Broomfield residents only. Commercial/business recycling and non-resident use are not allowed.
The simple Sunday answer is: the recycling drop-off site is available on Sunday because it is listed as 24/7. But staff help is not a Sunday service. Staff are listed Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM by phone or email, so call on a weekday if your item is questionable.
On This Page
- Broomfield Recycling Center overview
- Quick facts before you drive
- Hours and staff schedule
- Sunday schedule
- Accepted items
- Items not accepted
- Which Broomfield location should you use?
- Household hazardous waste and electronics
- Year-round hazardous waste option
- Tree branch and yard waste
- Waste oil and antifreeze
- Preparation checklist
- Official links
- Map and directions
- FAQ
Broomfield Recycling Center Overview
The phrase Broomfield Recycling Center usually means the city’s free resident recycling drop-off at 225 Commerce Street. This location is helpful when you have accepted household recyclables such as cardboard, mixed recyclables, glass bottles and jars, aluminum cans, tin/steel cans, newspaper and office paper.
This center is not a dump, transfer station, electronics recycler or household hazardous waste site. Broomfield’s official page clearly lists several rejected categories, including electronics, paint, yard waste, furniture, mattresses, appliances, scrap metal and plastic bags. Bringing the wrong item can waste your trip and may count as illegal dumping if left outside the accepted containers.
Quick Facts Before You Drive
| User Question | Best Answer | Best Link |
|---|---|---|
| Where is the Broomfield Recycling Center? | 225 Commerce Street, Broomfield, CO 80020. | Map directions |
| Is it open on Sunday? | Yes, the recycling drop-off is listed as 24/7. Staff help is not listed on Sunday. | Sunday guide |
| Can businesses use it? | No. The official page says no commercial or business use. | Official rule |
| Can I bring electronics? | No. Electronics are not accepted at the main recycling center. | Electronics options |
| Can I bring yard waste? | No. Yard waste goes to the Tree Branch Recycling Facility schedule, not 225 Commerce St. | Yard waste guide |
| Can I bring paint or chemicals? | No. Paint and HHW need Broomfield HHW events or Boulder County HMMF guidance. | HHW guide |
Broomfield Recycling Center Hours and Staff Schedule
The Broomfield Recycling Center’s public recycling drop-off is listed as open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This is useful for residents who need to drop off accepted recyclables outside normal business hours.
Staff help is different from drop-off access. The official center page lists staff availability Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM by phone or email. If you are unsure whether an item is accepted, call during weekday staff hours before you drive.
| Service | Location | Hours | Important Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main recycling drop-off | 225 Commerce St | 24 hours a day, 7 days a week | Broomfield residents only; no business use. |
| Staff help | Phone / email | Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Use staff hours for questionable items. |
| HHW / electronics events | Broomfield Municipal Shops, 3951 W 144th Ave | Spring and fall one-day events; appointments required | Electronics have limits; events can fill up. |
| Tree branch / yard waste | 2990 W 124th Ave | Wednesday 1-5 PM; Saturday 8 AM-5 PM | Residents only; no Sunday yard waste. |
| Waste oil / antifreeze | 3001 W 124th Ave | Tuesday-Friday 8 AM-3 PM; first Saturday 8 AM-noon | Resident limits apply. |
| Boulder County HMMF | 1901 63rd St, Boulder | Wednesday-Saturday 8:30 AM-4 PM | Free HHW for Broomfield residents; no electronics. |
Broomfield Recycling Center Sunday Schedule
The short Sunday answer is yes: the main Broomfield Recycling Center drop-off at 225 Commerce Street is listed as open 24/7, so Sunday recycling drop-off is available for accepted resident materials. That does not mean every Broomfield waste service is open on Sunday.
On Sunday, only use the main center for accepted recyclables. Do not treat Sunday access as permission to leave electronics, furniture, mattresses, bags of plastic bags, yard waste, paint, appliances, scrap metal, pallets or trash. Those items follow separate programs and schedules.
Accepted Items at Broomfield Recycling Center
The Broomfield Recycling Center is best for common residential recyclables. Broomfield’s recycling guide lists the center for glass bottles and jars, aluminum foil and pie plates, steel/tin cans, aluminum cans, cardboard, mixed recyclables, newspaper and office paper.
| Material | Accepted Guidance | Preparation Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Cardboard | Cardboard is accepted. | Flatten boxes before drop-off. |
| Mixed paper | Newspaper and office paper are listed. | Keep paper clean and dry. |
| Glass | Glass bottles and jars are accepted. | Empty and rinse containers. |
| Metal cans | Aluminum cans, steel/tin cans, aluminum foil and pie plates are listed. | Rinse food residue; form foil into a ball when practical. |
| Plastic containers | Follow Broomfield/Eco-Cycle guidelines for accepted plastic bottles, tubs, jugs and jars. | Empty and rinse; do not bag recyclables. |
| Textiles and shoes | ARC Thrift donation bins are located at the west end of the building. | Shoes should be in pairs and not muddy. |
Cardboard Recycling in Broomfield
Cardboard is one of the most common reasons residents use the Broomfield Recycling Center. Break boxes down before you go, remove trash and plastic packaging, and keep the cardboard dry. Wet or food-soiled cardboard is a bad load.
Plastic Bag Warning
Do not bag your recyclables. Broomfield warns that plastic bags left at the Recycling Center are put in the trash, and leaving plastic bags at the site or tying them to railings is considered illegal dumping.
Items Not Accepted at the Broomfield Recycling Center
The main Broomfield Recycling Center does not accept scrap metal, mattresses, furniture, automotive parts, electronics such as televisions, phones and computers, pallets, Styrofoam, appliances, plastic bags, paint, yard waste such as leaves, sod, grass clippings and landscape debris, plus additional other items.
Which Broomfield Recycling Location Should You Use?
Broomfield has more than one waste and recycling pathway. The main mistake residents make is taking everything to 225 Commerce Street. Use this table to decide before driving.
| Need | Best Location / Program | Use It For | Do Not Use It For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal resident recycling | Broomfield Recycling Center, 225 Commerce St | Accepted paper, cardboard, cans, glass, mixed recyclables and similar items. | Business waste, electronics, paint, yard waste, furniture, mattresses, appliances, plastic bags. |
| Household hazardous waste | Broomfield HHW events or Boulder County HMMF | Paint, cleaners, aerosols, fertilizers, hazardous household materials. | Normal recyclables or electronics at HMMF. |
| Electronics | Broomfield HHW/electronics events | Old electronics during appointment events, subject to item limits. | Main recycling drop-off or Boulder County HMMF. |
| Tree branches and yard waste | Tree Branch Recycling Facility, 2990 W 124th Ave | Branches, grass clippings, weeds, leaves, pumpkins and perennial clippings. | Plastic bags, wire, nails, metal, hazardous waste. |
| Waste oil and antifreeze | Norman Smith Service Center, 3001 W 124th Ave | Automotive oil, transmission/differential oil, used cooking oil and antifreeze under limits. | Contaminated oil, oil filters or business oil. |
Broomfield Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics
The Broomfield Recycling Center at 225 Commerce Street does not accept electronics or paint. Broomfield typically hosts two one-day Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste drop-off events each year, one in spring and one in fall, and both require appointments.
For 2026, Broomfield’s spring HHW event was listed for Saturday, May 2 from 8:00 AM to noon at Broomfield Municipal Shops, 3951 W 144th Ave. The city page also notes the 2026 fall event is scheduled for Saturday, October 3 from 8:00 AM to noon, with appointments opening September 8, 2026.
Event examples include items such as aerosols, fertilizers, batteries, cleaners, paint, vapes and old electronics. Electronics are accepted during the event, but Broomfield notes a three-item limit on electronics; for example, two TVs and one computer would be the maximum for one household.
Year-Round Hazardous Waste Option for Broomfield Residents
Broomfield residents can also use Boulder County’s Hazardous Materials Management Facility for household hazardous waste year-round at no charge. The facility is located at 1901 63rd St, Boulder, CO 80301, west of the Boulder County Recycling Center.
The HMMF lists residential hours Wednesday through Saturday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, and Sunday closed. Appointments are not required for residential drop-off, but proof of residency is required. The Broomfield page notes this facility does not accept electronics.
Tree Branch Recycling and Yard Waste in Broomfield
Yard waste is not accepted at the main Broomfield Recycling Center. Use the Tree Branch Recycling Facility at 2990 W 124th Avenue for approved branches and yard waste. Broomfield lists hours as Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some holiday and weather exceptions.
The site accepts tree and shrub branches, grass clippings, weeds, leaves, pumpkins and perennial flower clippings. It does not accept paper or plastic bags, wire, nails or metal. If you bring debris in a bag, you must take the debris out of the bag before placing it in the bin.
Waste Oil and Antifreeze Recycling in Broomfield
Waste oil and antifreeze do not belong at the main recycling drop-off. Broomfield operates a resident waste-oil recycling program at the Norman Smith Service Center, 3001 W 124th Ave. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and the first Saturday of each month, 8:00 AM to noon, with holiday exceptions.
Acceptable oils include automotive engine, transmission and differential oil, plus used cooking oil. Broomfield lists a maximum of five gallons per household per month and says oils contaminated with fuels, solvents or water are not accepted. Antifreeze is also accepted under the same schedule and resident limits.
How to Prepare Before Visiting
- Confirm you are using the right location. Use 225 Commerce St only for accepted residential recyclables. Use HHW, HMMF, yard-waste, oil or electronics guidance for other materials.
- Flatten cardboard. Break boxes down before driving so containers do not fill up with air.
- Keep recyclables loose. Do not bag recyclables. Plastic bags are not accepted and can create contamination.
- Rinse containers. Empty and rinse bottles, cans, jars and tubs so they do not smell or attract pests.
- Keep rejected items out. Do not bring electronics, paint, chemicals, yard waste, furniture, mattresses, appliances, pallets or scrap metal to the main drop-off.
- Call during staff hours if unsure. Staff help is listed Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4 PM. A quick call prevents a wasted trip.
Official Broomfield Recycling Links
Broomfield Recycling Center Map and Directions
The map below points to the main Broomfield Recycling Center at 225 Commerce Street, Broomfield, CO 80020. Use it for accepted resident recycling drop-off. For HHW, electronics, yard waste, tree branches, oil or antifreeze, use the separate official links above.
Map note: Recycling-Centre.org is an independent guide, not the official City and County of Broomfield website. Hours, accepted materials, closure notices, event appointments, limits and rules can change. Always verify with the official Broomfield or Boulder County page before driving with a questionable item.
Frequently Asked Questions About Broomfield Recycling Center
Where is the Broomfield Recycling Center?
The main Broomfield Recycling Center is at 225 Commerce Street, Broomfield, CO 80020.
What are the Broomfield Recycling Center hours?
The drop-off facility is listed as open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for Broomfield residents only. Staff help is listed Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM by phone or email.
Is the Broomfield Recycling Center open on Sunday?
Yes, the main recycling drop-off is listed as 24/7, so Sunday drop-off is available for accepted resident recyclables. Staff help and special programs are not Sunday services.
Who can use the Broomfield Recycling Center?
The center is for Broomfield residents only. The official page says no commercial or business use.
What items are accepted at the Broomfield Recycling Center?
Accepted items include common residential recyclables such as cardboard, mixed recyclables, newspaper, office paper, glass bottles and jars, aluminum cans, steel/tin cans, aluminum foil and pie plates, following Broomfield guidelines.
Does Broomfield Recycling Center accept electronics?
No. Electronics such as televisions, phones and computers are not accepted at the main recycling center. Use Broomfield HHW/electronics event guidance instead.
Does Broomfield Recycling Center accept paint?
No. Paint is not accepted at the main recycling center. Use Broomfield HHW event guidance or Boulder County hazardous waste guidance for appropriate disposal.
Does Broomfield Recycling Center accept yard waste?
No. Yard waste is not accepted at 225 Commerce Street. Use the Tree Branch Recycling Facility at 2990 W 124th Avenue during its listed Wednesday and Saturday hours.
Where can Broomfield residents take household hazardous waste year-round?
Broomfield residents can use Boulder County’s Hazardous Materials Management Facility at 1901 63rd St in Boulder for household hazardous waste at no charge. It is listed Wednesday-Saturday, 8:30 AM-4 PM, and does not accept electronics.
Can I leave plastic bags at the Broomfield Recycling Center?
No. Plastic bags are not accepted, and Broomfield says bags left at the center are put in the trash. Leaving bags at the site or tying them to railings is considered illegal dumping.
Where can Broomfield residents recycle waste oil and antifreeze?
Use the Waste Oil Recycling program at Norman Smith Service Center, 3001 W 124th Ave. It is listed Tuesday-Friday, 8 AM-3 PM, and first Saturday of each month, 8 AM-noon, with resident limits.
Is Recycling-Centre.org the official Broomfield recycling website?
No. Recycling-Centre.org is an independent informational guide. Always verify hours, addresses, accepted items, events, closures and limits with the official Broomfield or Boulder County pages.
Final Local Summary
For normal residential recycling in Broomfield, use the main Broomfield Recycling Center at 225 Commerce Street. It is listed as open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for Broomfield residents only. Sunday drop-off is available for accepted recyclables, but staff help is weekday-only.
Do not bring electronics, paint, chemicals, yard waste, tree branches, waste oil, antifreeze, furniture, mattresses, appliances, pallets, scrap metal, plastic bags or business waste to the main recycling center. Use the correct Broomfield program: HHW/electronics events, Boulder County HMMF, Tree Branch Recycling Facility, or Waste Oil Recycling.