South Valley Metals Recycling

Recycling Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico

📍 2350 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
♻️
📞 +1 505-907-5476 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

South Valley Metals Recycling is an Albuquerque scrap metal yard at 2350 2nd Street SW that pays cash by weight for aluminum, aluminum cans, brass, copper, and batteries, with drop-off and pickup services available to residents and businesses.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum (sheet, extrusions, cast)
✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Brass
✓ Copper
✓ Batteries (type not specified — confirm with facility)

Related recycling guides: Batteries

What they do not accept

✕ Paper, cardboard, or plastics
✕ Electronics or e-waste
✕ Household hazardous waste
✕ Tires

Fees

  • Metal drop-off — No fee — facility pays customers by weight; rates not published online

Programs & events

  • Metal Pickup Service — The facility offers pickup service for larger scrap metal loads in addition to walk-in drop-off. Contact (505) 907-5476 to arrange.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does South Valley Metals Recycling pay cash for aluminum cans and scrap metal?

Yes. South Valley Metals purchases aluminum cans, aluminum, brass, and copper by weight. Current prices are not published online — call (505) 907-5476 for the day's rates before you bring material.

Do I need ID to sell scrap metal at South Valley Metals?

A valid government-issued photo ID is standard for scrap metal transactions in New Mexico to comply with state regulations on secondhand metal dealers. Bring your ID when visiting.

Is South Valley Metals open on Saturdays?

Most sources list Saturday hours of 8:00am–5:00pm. Monday hours are inconsistent across sources — some show the yard closed Mondays. Call (505) 907-5476 to confirm current hours before your trip.

Last verified: . Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

Other Recycling Centers in Albuquerque

Recycling Centers Near Albuquerque

Contact & Location

📍
Address
2350 2nd St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
📞
🏙
City / State
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Opening Hours

Monday Hours unconfirmed — call ahead; some sources list as closed
Tuesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday Closed

Location Map

📍 Open in Google Maps
← All centers in Albuquerque