Elgin Recycling

Paper Recycling

PAPER RECYCLING | PLASTIC RECYCLING

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), approximately 71 million tons of paper and paperboard are used each year. It is also known that the average American uses seven trees a year in paper, wood, and other products made from trees. Considering these facts, paper recycling programs are essential to ensure that paper waste is disposed of responsibly. This is especially true for businesses that handle all sorts of documents and use various paper products in daily operations.

iStock_000003289336SmallElgin Recycling & Scrap Metal partners with companies generating paper and cardboard scrap. Some of the companies we recycle paper for are retailers and manufacturing companies. If your company generates paper or cardboard and needs a one-time pickup or regularly scheduled pickups, Elgin Recycling & Scrap Metal is here to meet your paper recycling needs. Not only do we provide an easy and convenient way to get rid of your paper responsibly, but depending on the quantity and quality, we may even pay you for it.




If your company wants to set up a program that promotes the recycling of paper, call Elgin Recycling & Scrap Metal at 847-741-4100 and speak to one of our recycling specialists.

Listed below are some of the common types of paper we recycle. Let us take on the burden of recycling your paper today.

  • Mixed Paper
  • Newspaper
  • Magazines
  • Catalogues
  • Soft & Hard Covered Books
  • Rolls
  • Shredded Office Paper
  • Baled Cardboard
  • Box Board Cuttings

By choosing to recycle paper, you can ensure that you're able to do your part in preserving the environment, while at the same time earn extra funds for your company. Minimum quantities apply.

To push your company's environmental efforts further, consider using our electronic recycling services as well. We filter all E-scrap from our full service recycling facilities through our R2 certified warehouse ensuring responsible and secure handling of your discarded electronics. We accept all kinds of End of Life electronic equipment, from telecommunication systems to stereo equipment and CPUs.

Elgin Recycling & Scrap Metal facilities can be found in Elgin, Elk Grove Township, Crystal Lake, Gilberts, and Palatine. We also offer a pick up option for larger loads, and provide roll of boxes, box trucks with lift gates, van trailers, gondolas, flatbeds, gaylords, and dump hoppers. Contact us for more details on our paper recycling services or request a quote by clicking here.

The average American uses seven trees a year in paper, wood, and other products made from trees. This amounts to about 2,000,000,000 trees per year!

Elgin Recycling - (847) 741-4100