Came here recently to drop off some trash and recycling and everything went smoothly! I was…read moredirected to the relevant (giant) bins, dropped off all my stuff, and then drove away. Quite convenient to have a service like this, although it'd be nice if the town of Cary would just pick up my extra recycling that doesn't fit in my bin instead of making me drive to this convenience center... anyway. Overall, no complaints!

There's something very satisfying about cleaning out unused or unwanted anything and finding a new…read morehome for it. And once you've accomplished that, there's something even more satisfying in recycling the things in which it was packed. Cary's recycling center will take nearly everything: cardboard, books, glass, plastic, tin, aluminum, pots, pans, even furniture and yard waste, but not plastic bags. There are a few restrictions though, so check the city's website to be sure. Offloading an old computer, or any other electronics, will cost you a few dollars, but otherwise, there is no fee. As I enter the gate, a friendly employee will stop and ask what I'm dropping off, then direct me to the appropriate bins. Sometimes, late in the afternoon, it's difficult to find a spot in any of the three or so containers for cardboard boxes, but at least I know there are others making use of this resource. It may sound odd for an outdoor recycling center, but this location is kept pretty clean by both the City and the residents who drop things off which makes it even easier to keep coming back.

This place is a dream come true for people like me looking for that odd ball piece of steel. Also…read moreI am blown away at how nice and knowledgeable everyone working there was. Can't wait to come back when I have more projects.

Their prices on new(?) steel and their variety of recycled material is wonderful. It's a sculptor's…read moredream.

It may be a little intimidating at first but there is an area to the left of the entrance which is…read morefor consumer electronics, which is the main reason an average joe ought to be going here. There's also places for fluorescent tubes and such.

So I doubt many people think to rate a waste spot but if you have to go you should know what to…read moreexpect. It can be confusing! However, here's a pro tip if you are going to dispose household trash you can make the first left after you enter. Several, employees will help you out your waste in the right locations. You can take cardboard, plastic, electronic, paint, and metals. I may be missing some items but it's a quick way to properly dispose of items.