Residential Recycling Services
At Road Runner Waste Service, we're committed to providing residential recycling services that help promote sustainability and environmental responsibility in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico. Our team of professionals is dedicated to ensuring that your household recyclables are collected efficiently, without any hassle or disruption to your daily routine.
Request Residential Recycling
Contact our office to start residential recycling services in your local municipality or neighborhood
Ensure that your recyclables are properly prepared and ready for collection
Place your bin at the curb in advance of your service day, and our team will collect your recyclables
What Goes in the Recycling Bin?
Please review our list of accepted and non-acceptable items for recycling.
Acceptable Items
All recycle items can be placed freely in your recycle cart (not bagged). Tip: NO LIQUID/FOOD IN ITEMS (REDUCES ODOR)
Metals
- Tin Cans
- Steel Cans
- Aluminum Cans
- Aerosol Cans
Plastics
- Plastic Two Liter Bottles
- Plastics Labeled #1 thru #7
- Rigid Plastics (i.e. Toys, Hampers)
- Laundry Detergent Bottles
- Shrink Wrap/Plastic Film
- Plastic Bottles/Jugs
Paper and Cardboard
- Soda Boxes
- Milk Cartons
- Corrugated Cardboard
- Cereal/Cracker Boxes (Chipboard)
- Paper Egg Cartons
- Juice Boxes
- Computer Paper
- Shredded Paper (Item Accepted in Clear Plastic Bags)
- Manila Folders
- Catalogs & Brochures
- Books (Hard & Soft Cover)
- All White and Colored Paper
- Newspaper – Including Inserts
- Magazines & Junk Mail
- All Envelopes (Window OK)
- Phone Books
Unacceptable Items
Hazardous Waste
- Medical Waste
- Carbon Paper
- Blue Print (Old Style, Blue Ink)
- Scrap Metal (Hangers, Wires, Auto Parts)
- Napkins/Paper Towels
Plastic Grocery Bags
Pizza Boxes
Construction Debris
Food Waste/Liquids
- NO Ashes
- Fluorescent Paper
- Green Waste (Grass/Branches)
- Kitchen Utensils
- Food Service Items (Cups/Plates)
- Fast Food Containers/Wrappers
Styrofoam (Egg Cartons/Cups)
Glass
Incorrect Battery Disposal Can Cause Fires
Common household items seem harmless, however, the batteries in them pose risks when disposed into regular garbage or recycling containers because of their highly flammable nature.
Remove the batteries
Check the electronic devices you need to dispose of. If possible, remove the batteries. If not, bring the whole device to the drop off location.Store batteries in a safe place
Store batteries in non-metallic containers (plastic, cardboard, or glass) that do not conduct electricity if there is a spark.Find your local drop off
Find a local electronic disposal store, or find a drop off location near you.