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Area Salvage and Recycling at 207 Peoples Ave, Rockford, IL 61104

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(779) 500-0162

207 Peoples Avenue, Rockford, Illinois 61104

Hours

Mon - Fri8:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 4:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
SundayClosed

Overview

Area Salvage and Recycling at 207 Peoples Ave, Rockford, IL 61104

Area Salvage and Recycling is a self-service auto salvage yard and scrap metal recycler in Rockford, Illinois. Open since 1984, the yard is located at 207 Peoples Ave and carries a large stock of used auto parts for both domestic and foreign vehicles. Customers can search the yard themselves for parts like engines, transmissions, body panels, and bumpers. The yard also takes in and processes scrap metal for recycling, serving individuals and businesses.

The yard is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It closes on Sundays.

Services & What to Expect

Area Salvage and Recycling is a self-service yard, meaning you search for and remove parts on your own. The yard stocks a variety of used auto parts, including:

  • Engines and transmissions
  • Body panels and bumpers
  • Suspension and drivetrain parts
  • Electrical components (wiring harnesses, sensors, etc.)
  • Interior parts (seats, dashboards, door panels)

The yard also runs an on-site scrap metal recycling operation, handling aluminum, steel, and other metals. You can drop off scrap for recycling or buy recycled materials. Tools and equipment are available to rent if you need help removing parts.

While the yard doesn’t buy vehicles directly, if you need to get rid of an old car, truck, or junk vehicle, check out local cash-for-cars services for options.

The yard is open to the public, and staff can help with part identification or finding what you need. No appointment is required, but bring your own tools for part removal.

Location & Hours

Area Salvage and Recycling is at 207 Peoples Ave, Rockford, IL 61104. The yard is easy to reach from major Rockford roads and has plenty of parking for customers.

Day Hours
Monday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday Closed

The yard closes on Sundays and major holidays. For the latest on hours or closures, visit the official website .

Call (779) 500-0162 for questions about inventory, hours, or services.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours for Area Salvage and Recycling?

The yard is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It’s closed on Sundays. For holiday closures, check the official website .

Does Area Salvage and Recycling buy junk cars?

The yard doesn’t buy vehicles directly. If you need to sell or scrap a car, check local cash-for-cars services for options.

What kind of parts can I find at Area Salvage and Recycling?

The yard carries a wide range of used auto parts, including engines, transmissions, body panels, bumpers, suspension components, electrical parts, and interior parts. Parts for both domestic and foreign vehicles are available.

How does self-service auto salvage work at Area Salvage and Recycling?

You browse the yard on your own to find and remove parts. Tools and equipment are available to rent, and staff can help with part identification or yard navigation. No appointment is needed, but bring your own tools for part removal.

Can I bring scrap metal to Area Salvage and Recycling?

Yes, the yard recycles scrap metal. You can drop off aluminum, steel, and other metals for processing.

Are there any restrictions on what I can remove from the yard?

The yard doesn’t list specific restrictions, but follow standard salvage yard practices. Staff can answer any questions about part removal.

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Mackenzie Camp
Mackenzie CampGoogle
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3 months ago

Their website said they were open, but when I rolled up around 2 PM, the gates were locked tight and nobody picked up the phone. Total waste of a trip. ---

Ethan T
Ethan TGoogle
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7 months ago

Justin went above and beyond to make sure my old family car got the respect it deserved when I brought it in. Really appreciate the way he handled it—meant a lot. ---

Susie Jobe
Susie JobeGoogle
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1 year ago

This place is all about metal—piles of it everywhere, from old appliances to busted-up computers and scrap heaps. The roads aren’t paved, and there’s sharp junk scattered around, so you’ve gotta watch where you’re driving. I drove in a ways to ask where to drop off our stuff—a printer, a modem tower, and a broken blender—and saw everything from bent-up benches to radios just lying around. ---

Patrick B. Music
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4 years ago

Watched them load my wire onto the scale—642 pounds—and they wrote down 350. Then tried to pay me 15 cents a pound when a place two minutes away was offering 80. Should’ve checked first. They finally reweighed it and fixed the number, but I’m not coming back here.

Kim Anderson
Kim AndersonGoogle
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4 years ago

I’d give zero stars if I could. Showed up during their supposed open hours, but there was a sign saying they were closed for a 30-minute lunch break. Waited an hour, called multiple times—no answer, and the voicemail was full. Even honked at the gate, but nothing. Still haven’t heard back. What kind of business is this? ---

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