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Tire Disposal and Recycling: Hauled Right, Not Landfilled

We pick up scrap tires, recycle them responsibly, and keep them out of Minnesota stockpiles.

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What tire removal involves

The easiest way to dispose of old tires is to call (612) 444-5865 and have us load them. That's it. You don't haul them to a recycling center, you don't research what your county accepts, and you don't risk an illegal-dumping fine. Junk Genius has been hauling scrap tires across the Twin Cities metro for about 15 years, and our crews are MSW-certified with proper recycling management credentials. We keep tires out of landfills and out of your yard. Minnesota License #3772090-2.

Tire disposal pricing depends on how many tires you have, whether they're on rims, and how accessible they are on your property. A few passenger tires costs far less than a truckload of commercial or off-road rubber. We don't post flat rates because a light-duty tire weighs 22.5 lbs and a commercial tire weighs 120 lbs. Those aren't the same job. Every job is different, contact Junk Genius for an accurate estimate. We donate and recycle as much as we can whenever possible. We route them to proper recycling facilities, not stockpiles.

TIRE FACTS

Why Tire Recycling Actually Matters

A few numbers that put the scrap tire problem in perspective.

303.2 Million Scrap Tires Generated about 15 years ago

Two thirds came from passenger cars. The rest from trucks, heavy equipment, aircraft, and off-road vehicles. That was one year's output. The national stockpile still sits at 128 million tires, despite an 87% reduction since 1990.

60% of U.S. Rubber Goes Into Tires

A steel-belted radial car tire contains 2.5 lbs. of steel along with rubber compounds that don't break down quickly in a landfill. Retreads contain 75% recycled content. New tires can contain a small amount of recycled rubber too.

38 States Ban Whole Tires From Landfills

12 states ban all scrap tires entirely. If a landfilled tire fails to compress, it can rise up and resurface years later. Un-landfilled stockpiles become mosquito breeding grounds and fire hazards. Minnesota takes this seriously.

Shredded Tire Chips Have Real Use

Processed scrap rubber gets used as a bulking agent in composting wastewater treatment sludge, playground surfaces, athletic tracks, and road base material. When we recycle your tires, they're going somewhere useful.

HOW IT WORKS

Tire Pickup in Three Steps

We keep it simple. No drop-off required, no trip across town.

01
Call or Book Online
Tell us roughly how many tires you have and whether they're on rims. We'll give you a free estimate and schedule a same-week pickup that works for you.
02
We Load and Haul
Our crew shows up, loads every tire, and clears the area. You don't touch a thing. Whether it's two passenger tires in a garage or a pile behind a shop, we've handled bigger.
03
Responsible Recycling
Your tires go to a certified recycling facility, not a landfill or a stockpile. We track the chain of custody. That's what separates a licensed hauler from someone with a pickup truck.

WHAT WE ACCEPT

Types of Tires We Haul Away

Passenger Car Tires

The most common job. Whether they're off the rim or still mounted, a few in the garage or a full set from a swap.

Light Truck and SUV Tires

Heavier than passenger tires at up to 35 lbs. Each. We pick them up on-site, no rolling them to the curb required.

Motorcycle and ATV Tires

Smaller volume but still regulated. We include them in a standard haul alongside other items you need removed.

Commercial and Off-Road Tires

At 120 lbs. or more, these are a different job. Call us with counts and dimensions so we can crew and quote the job correctly.

RESPONSIBLE DISPOSAL

We Don't Just Haul: We Track Where Tires Go

A lot of junk haulers will take your tires and tell you they're recycled. Honestly, some of them don't know where those tires end up. We route scrap rubber to certified facilities, and our crews carry Recycling Management and Waste Management Safety certifications. That matters in Minnesota, where tire disposal is regulated and illegal dumping carries real fines. We're not subcontracting this out to an unlicensed truck. The person who picks up your tires works under MN License #3772090-2 and follows a documented disposal process. If you're also clearing out an old appliance removal or dealing with electronics and appliances at the same time, we can handle all of it in one trip.

Junk removal service in progress showing a stripped vehicle body and automotive scrap metal being hauled away on a rooftop.

MORE WE HAUL

Tires Are Just One Item We Take

Appliance Removal

Old fridges, washers, dryers, and stoves. We handle the heavy lifting and route appliances through responsible recycling channels.

Yard Debris Removal

Brush piles, old lumber, broken equipment, and anything else that's been collecting in the yard. Yard debris pickup pairs well with a tire haul.

Electronics Recycling

Old monitors, printers, and computers need proper disposal too. We include printer and electronics recycling on mixed loads.

Bulk and Garage Cleanouts

If the tires are one item in a bigger mess, we do full bulk pickup and garage cleanouts. 1,987 five-star reviews, many of them from exactly this kind of job.

Why 1,987 Customers Called Us Back

Sixteen years in, and the basics still matter most.

Mike Reimann founded Junk Genius about 15 years ago because he saw too many haulers who weren't accountable for where things ended up. The name's on the truck and on MN License #3772090-2. That's not a franchise back office. That's a real person who answers for the work.

MSW Hauling certified crews: Not every hauler trains to this standard.
4.9stars across 1,987 Google reviews: The Twin Cities junk market is competitive. This number is hard to fake.
Donation & recycling: We track it. Not a marketing line.
Same-week scheduling, seven days a week: Hours are 7am to 8pm, Monday through Sunday.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Tire Disposal FAQs

What is the easiest way to dispose of old tires?

Call a licensed hauler. Drop-off recycling centers exist, but they have limits on quantity, require you to transport the tires yourself, and often charge per tire. A pickup service like Junk Genius loads from your property and handles the certified recycling for you. For most people with more than two tires, that's faster and cheaper than a solo trip across the metro.

What can I do with an old tire?

Options depend on condition. A tire with usable tread might go to a retread program, retreads contain 75% recycled content and extend the rubber's useful life. Tires past that point get shredded into rubber crumb for playground surfaces, athletic tracks, and road base. We route your tires to the facility that matches their condition. You don't have to figure that out yourself.

Where can I dispose of my tire in Hennepin County?

Hennepin County has designated drop-off facilities for scrap tires, but they limit quantity per visit and require you to haul the tires there. If you've got more than a couple of tires, or you're clearing out a garage or storage area at the same time, a licensed haul service is the more practical option. Call (612) 444-5865 and we can schedule a same-week pickup anywhere in the county.

Can tires go in the regular garbage or a dumpster?

No. Minnesota prohibits tires in standard landfills, and most dumpster rental providers explicitly exclude them from their acceptable materials list. A steel-belted radial that isn't properly shredded can resurface in a landfill as it decompresses. Placing tires in regular trash or a roll-off dumpster can result in fines for the hauler and the property owner. Proper disposal requires routing to a certified tire recycling facility.

Does it cost more if the tires are still on rims?

Yes, typically. Tires on rims are heavier and require different handling at the recycling facility. De-mounting them before pickup can reduce cost, but if that's not practical, just let us know on the call. We'll quote accordingly. A light-duty tire is 22.5 lbs. off the rim; add the rim weight and it's a different calculation for a full load.

How many tires can you pick up in one haul?

Most residential jobs run anywhere from a handful of passenger tires to 20 or 30 accumulated from a property cleanout. We've done larger commercial pulls too. If you've got a significant volume of commercial or off-road tires, call and describe what you have. We'll crew the job appropriately and quote it straight.

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We haul it. You forget it.

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