Corrugated Cardboard Bale Recycling in Illinois

 

Buy | Sell | Recycle | Free Removal

 

Turn your used cardboard into a profit. We provide OCC removal and recycling across the state of Illinois. Used box recycling pays for cardboard by the lb. Free removal and haul off for bulk amounts 

 OCC Pick Up Locations in Illinois

Chicago

Aurora

Joliet

Naperville

Rockford

Springfield

Elgin

Peoria

Champaign

Waukegan

Cicero

Bloomington

Schaumburg

Evanston

Arlington Heights

Bolingbrook

Decatur

Skokie

Palatine

Des Plaines

Orland Park

Oak Lawn

Berwyn

Mount Prospect

Tinley Park

Wheaton

Normal

Oak Park

Hoffman Estates

Downers Grove

Frequently Asked OCC Recycling Questions

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How many cardboard bales can fit on a truck?

Typically you can fit roughly 30 carboard bales on a standard size 53 foot trailer. This can range due to the variety of sizes that cardboard bales come in.

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How much are cardboard bales worth in Illinois

This depends on market conditions and the quantity generated. This can vary from region to region. It is best to get in contact with a rep for updated pricing data. Typically OCC can be anywhere from $0.03- $0.04 per pound 

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What types of cardboard can be recycled?

We provide recycling for all types of cardboard boxes

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Do i need to remove tape when baling cardboard?

No there is not need to remove the tape. This will be done by the paper mills during the recycling process

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How much do we pay for OCC Recycling

This depends on the condition and the amount of OCC on site. Typically the more the better.

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Do i need a baler?

Yes we can only pick up cardboard if it has been baled.

We do offer baler installations if you are in need of one.