Charleston · Mississippi County
Scrap Metal Recycling & Dumpster Rentals in Charleston
Charleston and Mississippi County customers count on Bootheel Recycling for honest certified-scale pricing, cash for junk cars, and roll-off dumpsters — all served from our Dexter yard.
- Certified scales
- Immediate payment
- Fast roll-off delivery
- About 45 minutes
Serving Charleston
Your local recycling partner near Charleston
Charleston is the seat of Mississippi County, about 45 minutes northeast of our Dexter yard, and it's a regular stop for customers who want honest weights and fair pricing. Bootheel Recycling is located in Dexter, not Charleston, but Charleston sellers are an important part of who we serve. We buy the full range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, help you unload, and pay cash on state-certified scales.
From farmers across the cotton and soybean country around Charleston to contractors and households clearing out metal, customers find a clean, organized yard and friendly service. Whether you're hauling scrap in or need a roll-off dumpster delivered, you'll get fast, transparent service every visit.
What we offer
How we help in Charleston
The Bootheel difference
Why Charleston chooses Bootheel Recycling
We help you unload
Pull in and our crew helps get your load off the truck or trailer. No standing around — we make the heavy part easy.
Friendly, respectful staff
Friendly, respectful people who know scrap, answer your questions, and treat first-timers and longtime haulers the same — a welcoming, family-friendly yard where customer service comes first.
State-certified scales
Every load is weighed on state-certified scales, so you know the weight is accurate and the transaction is honest.
Competitive, fair pricing
Competitive market pricing posted plainly. Ask anytime and we'll show you exactly what your metal is worth — fair and transparent on every load.
Fast service
Quick in-and-out at the scale and fast roll-off delivery so your project never waits on us.
Immediate payment
Get paid on the spot when you drop off your scrap — no waiting, no runaround.
Serving Southeast Missouri for over 20 years. Visit us at 202 North Harris Drive, Dexter, MO 63841.
Good to know
Charleston recycling FAQ
Is there a scrap yard near Charleston, MO?
Bootheel Recycling in Dexter is about 45 minutes from Charleston and serves Mississippi County daily. We pay cash on certified scales, help you unload, and buy a wide range of metals and junk vehicles.
Can I rent a roll-off dumpster in Charleston?
Yes. We deliver roll-off dumpsters throughout Charleston and Mississippi County for cleanouts, remodels, roofing, and construction. Call or text (573) 820-1067 for a quick quote and delivery date.
Do you buy junk cars in Charleston?
Yes. We pay cash for junk cars, trucks, and farm equipment in Charleston and across Mississippi County. Call (573) 624-3113 and we'll give you a fair quote and explain what's needed for removal.
Charleston & beyond
Recycling and dumpsters near Charleston
Call or text Bootheel Recycling for current scrap pricing, a roll-off dumpster quote, or a junk car offer. Honest weights, immediate payment, and friendly local service — about 45 minutes.
- Certified scales
- Immediate payment
- Fast delivery