Recycling services in Northern Arizona

Convenient, Local & Responsible

At Copper State Junk Removal, we believe responsible disposal starts with recycling. That’s why we offer convenient, eco-friendly recycling pickup services across Northern Arizona. Whether you’re a homeowner cleaning out your garage or a business with ongoing cardboard or metal waste, we make it easy to recycle the right way—without the hassle of sorting, hauling, or guessing where to take it. From Prescott to the Verde Valley and everywhere in between, we’re helping our neighbors keep junk out of the landfill and give usable materials a second life.

What We Can Haul for Recycling

We're committed to helping you keep recyclable materials out of the landfill. Here’s what we currently haul and recycle for homes, businesses, and job sites across Northern Arizona::

Cardboard Boxes

  • Moving boxes (broken down or intact)
  • Appliance boxes (fridge, washer/dryer, TVs, etc.)
  • Shipping boxes (Amazon, U-Haul, etc.)
  • Retail packaging and product boxes
  • Corrugated bulk boxes from warehouses or stores

Scrap Metal

  • Steel, aluminum, iron, copper
  • Metal furniture, shelving, and racking
  • BBQ grills (with propane tank removed), tools, and equipment frames

Appliances

  • Refrigerators and freezers
  • Washers, dryers, and dishwashers
  • Ovens, stoves, and water heaters

Reusable Household Items for Donation

  • Lightly used furniture
  • Kitchenware, tools, and decor

Yard Debris

  • Tree branches and limbs
  • Brush and hedge trimmings
  • Leaves and pine needles (bagged)
  • Grass clippings (bagged)
  • Small stumps and root balls
  • Palm fronds
  • Garden waste and dead plants

Where We Recycle

We take recycling seriously, and that starts with partnering with the right local facilities. Cardboard, yard debris, and other green waste are hauled to Yavapai County transfer stations that accept clean, sorted recyclables. For scrap metal and large appliances, we work with trusted local metal recyclers who ensure proper material recovery and environmental compliance. When we pick up items that still have life left in them—like gently used furniture or household goods—we make every effort to donate them to local charities, thrift stores, or community reuse centers. Our goal is to minimize landfill waste and give as much as possible a second life.

The Cost of Recycling

We believe recycling is worth it—but it isn’t free. While many people assume recycled items are simply “dropped off” instead of dumped, the reality is that eco-friendly junk removal often comes with added time, labor, and disposal fees.
Recycling properly requires:
  • Sorting and separation of materials to meet facility guidelines
  • Longer drive times to reach recycling centers or drop points that may be farther away than the nearest landfill
  • Smaller, less efficient loads to avoid contamination or damage to recyclable items
  • Additional handling for certain items, like appliances with refrigerants or scrap metal that must be separated by type
In some cases, the disposal cost at a recycling facility is equal to or even higher than the landfill—but we choose to offer this service because we care about our community, our land, and the impact we leave behind.
When you choose Copper State Junk Removal for recycling services, you’re not just getting rid of junk—you’re helping keep Northern Arizona clean, responsible, and landfill-light.

Ready to Recycle Responsibly?

Whether it’s cardboard, scrap metal, or old appliances, we’ll make sure it’s handled the right way. Book your recycling pickup with Copper State Junk Removal today and take one more step toward a cleaner Northern Arizona.