Large appliances (fridges, washers, dryers, stoves, AC units) are mostly steel and are valuable to scrap yards. Units with refrigerant (fridges, freezers, AC) must have the freon professionally recovered first.

In New Mexico we list 14 appliances drop-off locations across 4 cities, with the most in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Espanola and Farmington. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Appliances Drop-Off Locations in New Mexico

Ace Metals Inc

📍Albuquerque · 5711 Broadway Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-877-1092
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Capital Scrap Metals Inc

📍Santa Fe · 1162 Cooks Ln, Santa Fe, NM 87507
📞+1 505-471-0740
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Acme Iron & Metal

📍Albuquerque · 6142 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
📞+1 505-345-2457
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Buckman Road Recycling & Transfer Station

📍Santa Fe · 2600 Buckman Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87507
📞+1 505-424-1850
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:45 PM
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Albuquerque Metal Recycling

📍Albuquerque · 3339 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-877-6110
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Montessa Park Convenience Center

📍Albuquerque · 3512 Los Picaros Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-873-6607
🕐Today: Closed
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Acme Recycling

📍Albuquerque · 201 Juan Tabo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
📞+1 505-508-3116
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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Pueblo Metals Recycling

📍Albuquerque · 3401 Broadway Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-967-4766
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Eagle Rock Convenience Center

📍Albuquerque · 6301 Eagle Rock Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
📞+1 505-857-8318
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Earth Day Recycling Co

📍Albuquerque · 5425 Edith Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87107
📞+1 505-232-9211
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Born Free Scrap Metal

📍Albuquerque · 2717 Morton Ln SW, Albuquerque, NM 87105
📞+1 505-220-8149
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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M R Salvage

📍Farmington · 4210 Bloomfield Hwy, Farmington, NM 87401
📞+1 505-486-4537
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National Metals

📍Albuquerque · 3906 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
📞+1 505-344-1777
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:30 PM
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Gallegos Scrap Metal

📍Espanola · 1014 Cll Gallegos, Española, NM 87532
📞+1 505-753-7733
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Recycling Appliances in New Mexico: What to Know

🧊 Fridges, freezers & AC
Contain refrigerant that must be recovered by a certified tech — often a small fee.
🧺 Washers, dryers & stoves
Mostly steel; scrap yards and many transfer stations take them, sometimes free.

How to Prepare Appliances

  • Appliances with freon (fridge/freezer/AC) usually need certified refrigerant recovery — ask about the fee.
  • Many scrap yards take freon-free metal appliances at no charge.
  • Secure or remove doors from old fridges for safety.

Appliances Recycling FAQ — New Mexico

Which New Mexico cities have the most appliances drop-off locations?

The most appliances drop-offs are in Albuquerque (10), Santa Fe (2), Espanola (1) and Farmington (1). In total we list 14 locations across 4 New Mexico cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle appliances in New Mexico?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full New Mexico directory. Scrap-metal yards are often the best option for metal appliances; utilities sometimes run fridge buy-back programs. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off appliances?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put appliances in my curbside bin?

Usually no — appliances typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all appliance recycling locations by city, the full New Mexico recycling directory, or appliances recycling in New Jersey, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Georgia, North Carolina.