Some local transfer stations and commercial haulers will accept #1-#7 plastics. Do not be fooled by #6 polystyrene containers of any kind! They are not recyclable in this area of the country. Despite their convenience they never decompose. Use alternatives wherever possible. See Styrofoam.
All transfer stations and trash haulers must accept #1 (PET) and #2 (HDPE) plastic containers.
NOTE: Caps should be thrown away. Do not recycle motor oil jugs or chemical containers. See Grocery Bags. Some dry cleaners will accept dry cleaning bags for recycling.