Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Recycling Partner in Southeast Minnesota
Watson Recycling has been a trusted third-generation family-owned business serving Southeast Minnesota since 1980. Specializing in scrap metal and automotive recycling, we operate spacious facilities in Rochester and Austin, MN, with modern digital scales ensuring accurate material valuation. Our services include scrap vehicle pickup, high-capacity hauling, and roll-off container solutions for residential, industrial, and construction projects.With a fleet of well-maintained trucks and trailers, we provide on-site material pickup and container placement across Southeast Minnesota. Our commitment to community involvement and professional customer service has made us a regional leader in sustainable recycling practices.
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
Automotive Recycling
Roll-Off Containers
High-Capacity Hauling
Scrap Vehicle Pickup
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Third-generation family business operating since 1980
- Modern digital scales ensure accurate material valuation
- Own fleet of trucks for reliable scrap pickup services
- Free delivery of used automotive parts to any location
- Serving 8+ Southeast Minnesota communities with tailored solutions
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
We recycle all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals including aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel, and iron. Our modern digital scales ensure accurate valuation of materials. Customers receive competitive pricing for both small and bulk metal scrap.
Automotive Recycling
Specializing in vehicle recycling for cars, trucks, and SUVs. We offer free towing with our tow trucks and pay top prices for end-of-life vehicles. Salvageable parts are removed before environmentally responsible crushing and processing.
Roll-Off Containers
Available in 8yd to 40yd sizes for residential cleanups, construction projects, and industrial use. Containers are regularly maintained with fresh paint. Ideal for metal recycling, demolition debris, and general waste management.
High-Capacity Hauling
Our semi-truck fleet handles large demolition projects and bulk material transport. Capable of moving heavy loads across Southeast Minnesota with specialized trailers for construction and industrial waste.
Scrap Vehicle Pickup
Complimentary pickup service for scrap vehicles using our tow trucks. Available across service areas with immediate payment upon processing. Includes removal of hazardous fluids following environmental regulations.
Questions
What types of metal do you accept for recycling?
We recycle all ferrous metals (steel, iron) and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, brass, stainless steel) including e-scrap and catalytic converters.
Do you offer vehicle pickup services?
Yes, we provide free towing for scrap vehicles across Southeast Minnesota using our dedicated tow truck fleet.
What container sizes are available?
We offer roll-off containers ranging from 8 cubic yards to 40 cubic yards for residential, construction, and industrial applications.
Are there payment options for large scrap loads?
We pay competitive rates for bulk scrap materials with immediate payment processing upon material acceptance.
Do you handle demolition project cleanup?
Yes, our high-capacity hauling service specializes in large-scale demolition debris removal and site cleanup projects.
Where are your facilities located?
We operate two main facilities in Rochester and Austin, Minnesota, serving Southeast Minnesota communities.