Cardboard Recycling in Chandler, AZ

Empty, flattened cardboard goes loose in Chandler's blue recycling container. Excess cardboard can go out as recycle bulk or to the Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center, where recycling-only loads don't count toward your free visits.

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

6 ways to get rid of a cardboard in Chandler

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ChandlerNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $80.00
How it works
Book online, set out your cardboard 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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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
Cardboard
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Loads with only recycling do not count toward the four free trash visits.
Preparation: Flatten boxes and remove everything from them before arrival.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
City of Chandler Curbside Bulk CollectionCity service · ChandlerChandler residents$43
How it works
Scheduled curbside bulk pickup for Chandler residents who pay for city solid waste service, split into recycle bulk (appliances, electronics, cardboard, metal) and trash bulk. The first four bulk pickups and/or collection-center visits each calendar year are free; schedule at 480-782-3510 or online.
Cost & rules
Fees
Each bulk after the first four free bulks/visits per calendar year $43
- The first four bulk pickups and/or collection-center trash visits each calendar year are free; $43 per bulk after that.
- Before you go: Empty and flatten the boxes.
- Before you go: Give customer service a list of the items when you schedule.
Official page (opens in new tab)
City of Chandler Blue Container RecyclingCity service · ChandlerCost not listed
How it works
Curbside blue-container recycling in Chandler for items on the City's Recycling List, including empty, flattened cardboard boxes.
Cost & rules
- Before you go: Empty and flatten boxes, and place them loose (not bagged) in the blue container.
Official page (opens in new tab)
Maricopa County New River Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Chandler · 41835 North New River Road, New RiverMaricopa County residentsCost not listed
Where
41835 North New River Road
New River, AZ 85087
Hours
Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Cost & rules
Cardboard
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Maricopa County Cave Creek Transfer StationDrop-off · outside Chandler · 3955 East Carefree Highway, Cave CreekMaricopa County residentsCost not listed
Where
3955 East Carefree Highway
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Hours
Wednesday–Saturday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Cost & rules
Cardboard
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)

Fees
Each bulk after the first four free bulks/visits per calendar year	$43

Before you go

Check whether you have corrugated boxes, coated packaging or mixed materials.
Remove foam, plastic and other packing inserts.
Flatten boxes and check quantity limits for your program.

More about cardboard

Arizona rules

ADEQ states that household hazardous waste from the public is exempt from solid and hazardous waste regulation. Source: ADEQ: Lead-Acid Batteries (opens in new tab)
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. Source: ADEQ: Composting, Recycling & Household Hazardous Waste FAQs (opens in new tab)

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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.
- Paper, magazines, newspaper and cardboard are accepted recyclables; keep paper products dry. 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.
- Paper, magazines, newspaper and cardboard are accepted recyclables; keep paper products dry. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Chandler: Curbside Bulk Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Chandler
- Only residents paying for city-provided solid waste services can schedule curbside bulk collections. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A combination of the first four bulks and/or RSWCC trash visits per calendar year are free. Checked October 26, 2026.
- After four bulks/visits, each bulk costs $43. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Recycle bulk includes excess cardboard (emptied and flattened) and disassembled metal items. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A list of items is required when scheduling. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk cannot exceed 4 ft wide x 4 ft high x 16 ft long; items should not exceed 50 lbs each. Checked October 26, 2026.
City of Chandler: Recyclable Items List (opens in new tab) · City of Chandler
- Cardboard boxes must be empty and flat; moving/shipping boxes are accepted; no dirty or greasy cardboard. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Moving/shipping boxes are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Do not bag recyclables; place them loose in the blue container. 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.
- Loads with only recycling or household hazardous waste do not count toward a trash disposal visit. 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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