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Scrap Metal Recycling in Apache Junction, AZ

EVT Recycling on East 38th Avenue and H&S Metals Recycling on East 18th Avenue buy scrap metal in Apache Junction. Metal isn't accepted in bulk pickup.

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

6 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Apache Junction

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Apache JunctionNo 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. H&S Metals Recycling – Apache JunctionDrop-off · 1529 E. 18th Ave, Apache JunctionCost not listed
    Where

    1529 E. 18th Ave
    Apache Junction, AZ 85119

    Hours

    Not listed. Call before you go.

    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. EVT RecyclingDrop-off · 500 E. 38th Avenue, Apache JunctionCost not listed
    Where

    500 E. 38th Avenue
    Apache Junction, AZ 85119

    Hours

    Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Sundays.

    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)

  4. Pinal County Free Disposal Day at Red Rock Landfill (December 2026)Upcoming event · December 19, 2026Free
    About

    Free disposal morning sponsored by Waste Connections. Furniture, appliances documented free of refrigerant, household trash, wood and metal are accepted; whole tires, lead-acid batteries, used oil and Freon items are not.

    When

    December 19, 2026

    Where

    Waste Connections Red Rock Landfill, 22316 Harmon Road, Florence, AZ 85132 (6–11 a.m.)

    Official event page (opens in new tab)

  5. Maricopa County New River Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Apache Junction · 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)

  6. Maricopa County Cave Creek Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Apache Junction · 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)

Places that don’t take scrap metal (1)
  • Apache Junction Bulk Trash Pick-Up (Republic Services) · Apache Junction

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.
More about scrap metal

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.
  • Pinal County: Free Disposal Days (opens in new tab) · Pinal County
    • Waste Connections Free Disposal Days in 2026 are January 17, March 7, May 9, September 5 and December 19, 6 to 11 a.m., at 22316 Harmon Road, Florence. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Acceptable waste includes household trash, furniture and appliances documented free of refrigerant, construction debris, wood, paper and metal. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • H&S Metals Recycling Company LLC: Welcome (opens in new tab) · H&S Metals Recycling Company LLC
    • H&S Metals Recycling pays cash for copper, brass, aluminum, steel, cans, radiators, catalytic converters, batteries, rims and all other metals. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Apache Junction: Trash Service (opens in new tab) · City of Apache Junction
    • Items not accepted include metal, rebar and fence posts; tires, rims and auto parts; and appliances containing refrigerants. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • EVT Recycling: Scrap Metal for Cash (opens in new tab) · EVT Recycling
    • EVT buys all types of scrap metal and takes batteries, electric motors, radiators, air conditioning units, appliances and cars. 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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