Recycling Solid Waste Collection Center

  1. City of Chandler
  2. Residents
  3. Recycling and Trash
  4. Recycling Solid Waste Collection Center

The Recycling-Solid Waste Collection Center (RSWCC) is a residential drop-off facility for recycling and trash disposal. This is a resident self-haul, self-unload facility only.

Fee Changes - Effective July 1, 2022


Two no-cost visits to the RSWCC per year will be allowed for the first 400 pounds of a load. Any weight above 400 pounds will be charged at $50 per ton. Additional visits will be $10 per visit for the first 400 pounds, and then $50/ton if over 400 pounds. All fees are charged to the resident's Chandler utility bill. Dropping off only recyclable materials will remain cost-free.

 

Chandler residents paying for City-provided solid waste services may use the RSWCC facility. 

  • Any material taken to this facility must be from the Chandler residence shown on the bill.
  • Material from Chandler residents living in apartments, townhomes or multi-family units can bring trash and Freon-baring items for a fee and recycling at no charge. 
  • Material is not accepted from residents on county islands, neighboring communities, businesses or non-profit organizations.
  • Contractors and/or persons performing work for residents are prohibited.
  • Residents with physical limitations will be accommodated with prior approval. Call 480-782-3510 for details.

Chandler residents must present the following items at each visit:

  • Photo ID
  • Current City of Chandler Utility Bill, showing City-provided solid waste service. Multi-family residents can bring a rent receipt or utility bill showing their Chandler address.
  • The person bringing in the material must have their name on the bill or be on the account as an approved user
  • To print a copy of your utility bill, visit Utility Services.  
    • If you have registered to pay online, log in, click “View Bill” and follow instructions.
    • If you are not a registered customer and you would like to print a copy of your utility bill, please follow the instructions below.
      • Click “One Time Payment” on the left navigation menu
      • Click “Utility Services”
      • Input your Account Number, Customer Number and Service Street Name, then “Search Invoice”
      • Once your Account Information is visible, click “View” to view and print a copy of your utility bill
  • Loads are visually inspected at check-in. Staff will direct residents where different material is to be unloaded.
    • Recycling is required at this facility.  Separating recycled items prior to arrival is recommended. 
    • Household Hazardous Waste is accepted by appointment ONLY; call Solid Waste Services at 480-782-3510 to schedule.   

Hours of Operation

Open: Thursday - Monday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

  • Wait times vary based on customer use throughout the week.  The busiest times are on the weekend, after holidays, storms and school breaks.
  • To save time consider scheduling a free bulk curbside pick-up for yard waste, furniture, household trash, appliances, metal items, electronics and cardboard.  

    Closed: Tuesday, Wednesday and City observed holidays: New Year's Day, MLK Day, Presidents Day, Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving (Thursday & Friday) and Christmas.

Address

955 E. Queen Creek Road
Chandler, AZ 85286

The entrance is on the south side of Queen Creek Road, just west of McQueen Road.

For a complete list of fees for Solid Waste Services, view City Fee Schedule or call 480-782-3510.
 

Fees for Chandler Ratepayers: Charged to Chandler Utility Bill 

$15 per unit

  • Appliances with Freon or coolant such air conditioning units, freezers, refrigerators, water coolers, etc.

First Two (2) Visits per Calendar Year

  • 0 - 400 lbs. Free
  • 400 lbs. & over $50/ton

Additional Visits

  • 0 - 400 lbs. $10/load
  • 400 lbs. & over $50/ton

Fees for Chandler multi-family (apartments, condominiums, townhomes, mobile home parks, etc.) residents

$20 per visit for trash disposal
$15 per unit

  • Appliances with Freon or coolant such air conditioning units, freezers, refrigerators, water coolers, etc.

Fees charged to multi-family residents must be paid in cash. No bills accepted over $20.

  • Dirt, gravel, manure, concrete, rock, block tile and construction debris listed above is not accepted from multi-family residents.

Any material brought to this facility must be from the Chandler residence shown on the bill.

Items accepted, but not limited to the following:

Trash

  • Yard waste
  • Household trash
  • Broken, non-repairable furniture
  • Household construction debris - Per ton fee. View City Fee Schedule 
  • Dead domestic animals - 75 lbs. or less

Recycling 

  • Paper, cardboard, aluminum and steel food and beverage cans, plastic bottles and jugs.
  • Cardboard – Flatten and remove all items from boxes prior to arrival. )
  • Scrap metal items
  • Large appliances. Fee for items with Freon.
    Computers, printers and other household electronics
  • Tires from passenger vehicles.
    • Tires must be de-rimmed
    • Limit of 5 tires per month
  • Tires from tractors, semi-trucks, ATVs, and off-road vehicles
    • Tires must be de-rimmed
    • Limit 2 per year
  • Medical waste (bio-hazard)
  • Liquid waste
  • Household Hazardous Waste
  • Septic tank waste
  • Industrial waste
  • Auto bodies and engines
  • Livestock
  • Commercial waste and/or recyclables

Republic Services - Germann Transfer Station
11530 E. Germann Rd., Chandler, AZ 85286
480-222-8434

Weinberger Waste Disposal - Cooper Transfer Station
619 N. Cooper Road, Gilbert, AZ 85233
602-278-9155

Waste Management - San Tan Transfer Station
4040 S. 80th St., Mesa, AZ 85212
602-308-0915

Buesing Recycling - Concrete and asphalt only
18522 S. Hamilton St., Chandler, AZ 85286
602-799-5713

CRM of America - Tires Only
11400 E. Pecos Rd, Mesa, AZ 85212
480-987-3006