APEX Recycling Services at 1245 N 1st St, East St Louis, IL
APEX Recycling Services is a self-service auto salvage yard and recycling center in East St. Louis, Illinois, at 1245 N 1st St. They sell used auto parts from salvaged vehicles, recycle scrap metal, and take in junk cars. Customers browse the yard themselves to find parts for repairs or projects. The yard runs on a self-service model—you locate and remove parts on your own without staff help.
Services & What to Expect
APEX Recycling Services offers a no-frills self-service experience for used auto parts. The yard has salvaged vehicles with parts like engines, transmissions, body panels, and mechanical components. You’re responsible for finding, removing, and paying for parts yourself.
How Self-Service Works
- Visit during business hours and search for parts on your own.
- Parts are priced individually—pay when you take them.
- Bring your own tools (wrenches, sockets, pry bars, etc.).
- Staff can answer basic questions but won’t help locate or remove parts.
What to Bring
- Cash or a payment method the yard accepts (check their website for details).
- Tools to remove parts (wrenches, sockets, pry bars, etc.).
- A vehicle or trailer to haul parts away.
- Gloves and safety gear—the yard has sharp metal and debris.
Junk Car Disposal
APEX Recycling Services takes in junk cars for recycling but doesn’t advertise a cash-for-cars program. If you need to get rid of an old vehicle, call (618) 875-9146 or check their website first. For other junk car options in the area, see our page on selling junk cars .
Location & Hours
APEX Recycling Services is at 1245 N 1st St, East St Louis, IL 62201. The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Central Time). It’s closed on weekends and holidays.
Directions
The yard is near downtown East St. Louis, just north of 1st St and Washington Ave. From I-64, take Exit 1 for Illinois Route 3, then follow signs for 1st St. Look for the yard’s signage.
Contact Information
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours for APEX Recycling Services?
The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM (Central Time). It’s closed on weekends and holidays. For the latest hours, check their website .
Does APEX Recycling Services buy junk cars?
APEX Recycling Services takes in junk cars for recycling but doesn’t offer a public cash-for-cars program. Call (618) 875-9146 to confirm their current policies. For other junk car removal options, visit our page on selling junk cars .
What kind of parts can I find at APEX Recycling Services?
The yard has used auto parts from salvaged vehicles, including engines, transmissions, body panels, bumpers, doors, fenders, and mechanical components. Parts are sold self-service—you find and remove them yourself. Prices vary by part, and no tools are provided.
How does self-service auto salvage work at APEX Recycling Services?
You visit during business hours, search for parts on your own, and remove them with your own tools. Pay at the time of removal. Staff won’t help locate or remove parts but can answer basic questions. Bring cash, tools, and a way to transport parts.
Do I need to make an appointment to visit APEX Recycling Services?
No appointments are needed. The yard is open on a walk-in basis during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM). If you’re dropping off a junk car or have questions about parts, call (618) 875-9146 ahead of time.
Are there any restrictions on what I can remove from the yard?
APEX Recycling Services doesn’t list specific restrictions, but common salvage yard rules likely apply. Don’t remove parts still attached to a vehicle unless you have permission. Some yards ban hazardous materials like airbags or fuel tanks. If unsure, ask staff before taking a part.
