Athens, GA — Clarke County
Tire Recycling & Disposal in Athens, Georgia
Compliant waste tire pickup for tire shops, fleets, universities, and businesses in Athens and Clarke County. Serving Northeast Georgia from our Hartwell, GA facility.
Athens & Clarke County Tire Disposal
Athens is one of Georgia's largest cities and home to the University of Georgia — a major commercial and institutional hub in Northeast Georgia. The Athens area generates significant volumes of waste tires from tire retailers, auto dealers, fleet operators, and university facilities.
Eco Tire Solutions serves Athens and Clarke County from our Hartwell, GA facility. Every load is documented with a signed GA EPD-compliant manifest. Every tire is recycled into tire-derived fuel, crumb rubber, or rubber mulch — nothing goes to a landfill.
Georgia EPD Compliant — Every Load, Every Time
All tire pickup, transport, and processing in Clarke County meets or exceeds Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) regulations under Rule 391-3-4-.19. We provide:
- ✅ Signed GA EPD-compliant manifest on every pickup
- ✅ Full chain-of-custody documentation from pickup to processing
- ✅ Tires delivered only to EPD-permitted processing facilities
- ✅ Records retained and available for your EPD inspections
Services in Athens & Clarke County
- ✅ Tire shop scheduled pickup (weekly, bi-weekly, or on-demand)
- ✅ University & institutional fleet tire disposal
- ✅ Auto dealer tire disposal
- ✅ Commercial fleet & semi truck tire removal
- ✅ Property cleanup & illegal dump removal
- ✅ On-site shredding for large volumes
- ✅ Full GA EPD-compliant manifest on every load
🎓 University & Institutional Tire Disposal
UGA and Athens-area institutions operate large vehicle fleets — grounds equipment, maintenance vehicles, transit buses, and more. Institutional tire disposal requires detailed documentation and compliance with state procurement and environmental standards.
We provide full manifest documentation on every load, making it easy for your facilities team to maintain compliance records. We can work with your purchasing department on service agreements and invoicing.
Pricing for Athens, GA
| Tire Type | Price Per Tire |
|---|---|
| Passenger / Car | $4.00 |
| Light Truck / SUV | $6.00 |
| Semi / Commercial | $22.00 |
| Farm Tractor | $40.00 |
| OTR / Heavy Equipment | $100–$120 (call for quote) |
$25 environmental fee per transaction.
Minimum Pickup: 150 Tires
If your tire count is under 150 tires, a $200.00 minimum charge applies PLUS per-tire pricing. Per-tire pricing is $4.00 per passenger car tire (plus applicable rates for other tire types).
Example: 40 passenger tires at $4.00 each = $160 in tire fees — the $200.00 minimum charge applies on top because the load is under 150 tires. Total: $200.00 + $160.00 + $25 environmental fee = $385.00. For loads of 150+ tires, standard per-tire pricing applies with no additional minimum charge.
Travel & Distance Surcharge
For pickups beyond our standard service radius, a travel surcharge may apply.
| Distance from Facility | Travel Fee |
|---|---|
| 0–30 miles | Included in base pricing |
| 30–60 miles | +$50–$75 |
| 60–100 miles | +$100–$150 |
| 100+ miles | Custom quote |
How it works: Pickups within 30 miles of our facility have no travel surcharge — travel is included in the per-tire price. Beyond 30 miles, a flat travel fee is added to the invoice based on distance. For pickups over 100 miles, we provide a custom quote that factors in route efficiency and volume.
Athens, GA Tire Disposal — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I legally dispose of tires in Athens, GA?
Call a GA EPD-permitted waste tire hauler like Eco Tire Solutions. We pick up your tires, provide a signed manifest, and recycle them at a permitted facility. It's illegal to dump, burn, or bury tires in Georgia — fines can reach $25,000 per day.
What does tire disposal cost in Athens and Clarke County?
Passenger tires start at $4.00 each, light truck $6.00, semi $22.00, and farm tractor $40.00. OTR/heavy equipment tires are quoted individually. There's a $25 environmental fee per transaction and a 50-tire or $200 minimum.
Do I need a permit to get rid of tires in Georgia?
Tire generators (shops, fleets, farms) don't need a permit to dispose of tires — but you must use a GA EPD-permitted carrier. Eco Tire Solutions handles all required documentation and manifests so you stay compliant.
Does Eco Tire Solutions serve UGA and institutional facilities in Athens?
Yes. We work with university facilities, government agencies, and institutional fleet operations. We provide full manifest documentation on every load, making it easy for your facilities team to maintain compliance records. We can work with your purchasing department on service agreements.
How often can I schedule tire pickup in Clarke County?
We offer weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or on-demand pickup — whatever fits your volume. Most tire shops and institutional operations do best with weekly or bi-weekly service to stay under storage limits.
Schedule Pickup in Athens, GA
Tell us your tire types, quantity, and location. We'll get you on the schedule fast.
Also serving: Commerce, Madison, Hartwell, Elberton, Royston, Lavonia, and all of Northeast Georgia.