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Scrap Metal Recycling in Chandler, AZ

Scrap metal items are accepted as recycling at Chandler's Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center for city solid waste customers.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

4 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Chandler

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ChandlerNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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    Book online, set out your scrap metal and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. City of Chandler Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center (RSWCC)Drop-off · 955 E. Queen Creek Road, ChandlerChandler residentsCost not listed
    Where

    955 E. Queen Creek Road
    Chandler, AZ 85286

    Hours

    Thursday–Monday, 8 am–4 pm (summer: 6 am–2 pm). Closed Tuesday, Wednesday and city holidays.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Maricopa County New River Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Chandler · 41835 North New River Road, New RiverMaricopa County residentsFree
    Where

    41835 North New River Road
    New River, AZ 85087

    Hours

    Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Large appliances are $8 each.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Maricopa County Cave Creek Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Chandler · 3955 East Carefree Highway, Cave CreekMaricopa County residentsFree
    Where

    3955 East Carefree Highway
    Cave Creek, AZ 85331

    Hours

    Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedFree (documented)
    • Large appliances are $8 each.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Before you go

  1. Ask whether items must be mostly metal and free of refrigerant, fuel or oil.
  2. Check whether the operator pays for metal or charges a fee.
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Arizona rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Maricopa County Environmental Services: Accepted Items & Fees (transfer stations) (opens in new tab) · Maricopa County
    • County transfer station services are open to all Maricopa County residents; no ID is required at the recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Various metal items are accepted free; large appliances (including freezers, refrigerators and washers/dryers) are $8 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • County transfer station services are open to all Maricopa County residents; no ID is required at the recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Various metal items are accepted free; large appliances (air conditioners, dishwashers, freezers, refrigerators, stoves, washers/dryers, water heaters) are $8 each. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Chandler: Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center (opens in new tab) · City of Chandler
    • Open only to Chandler solid waste customers, with a current Chandler utility bill and photo ID for each visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Material is not accepted from county islands, neighboring communities, businesses or non-profits. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Chandler multi-family residents can bring trash and Freon items for a fee and recycling at no charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling accepted includes cardboard (flattened, emptied), scrap metal items, large appliances (fee for Freon items) and computers, printers and household electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ADEQ: Lead-Acid Batteries (opens in new tab) · Arizona Department of Environmental Quality · effective August 4, 2025
    • ADEQ states that household hazardous waste from the public is exempt from solid and hazardous waste regulation. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • ADEQ: Composting, Recycling & Household Hazardous Waste FAQs (opens in new tab) · Arizona Department of Environmental Quality · effective October 28, 2025
    • ADEQ advises residents to check their city's recycling program first and, if none, to see whether their county offers a recycling drop-off service. Checked October 26, 2026.

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