Our Company
Built on Integrity
A2Z Recycle has been Arizona's trusted metal and scrap recycling partner since 2005. Family-owned, fully certified, and committed to doing right by our customers and the environment.
Since 2005
Our Story
A2Z Recycle was founded in 2005 by the Martinez family with a single truck, a small yard, and a commitment to honest, fair recycling. What started as a local scrap pickup operation has grown into one of Arizona's most trusted full-service metal recycling facilities.
Over two decades, we've built our reputation on transparent pricing, reliable service, and a genuine commitment to environmental responsibility. Today we process millions of pounds of metal annually — but we still treat every customer, business or resident, the way we did on day one.
Family Owned & Operated
Phoenix, Arizona · Est. 2005
What Drives Us
Our Values
Transparency
Live market-rate pricing, certified weight tickets, and no hidden fees. You always know exactly what you're getting.
Reliability
We show up when we say we will. Scheduled pickups, consistent hours, and a team you can count on.
Responsibility
Every pound we process is handled in full compliance with federal and state environmental regulations.
Community
We're a local, family-owned business. We invest in the communities we serve and the people who work with us.
Credentials
Certified. Compliant. Trusted.
Every certification we hold represents a real commitment — to our customers, to regulators, and to the environment.
R2 Certified
Sustainable Electronics Recycling International
The gold standard for responsible recycling of metals and electronics.
ISO 14001
International Organization for Standardization
Certified environmental management system — audited annually.
ISRI Member
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
Active member of the industry's leading trade and advocacy association.
EPA Compliant
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Full compliance with all federal hazardous materials and waste regulations.
OSHA Certified
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Workplace safety standards met and exceeded across all yard operations.
AZ State Licensed
State of Arizona
Licensed scrap metal dealer operating in full compliance with state law.
The People Behind It
Our Leadership
Carlos Martinez
Founder & CEO
Carlos founded A2Z Recycle in 2005 after 15 years in the scrap industry. His vision: a recycling company that treats every customer fairly and every pound of metal responsibly.
Elena Martinez
COO & Co-Founder
Elena oversees daily operations, compliance, and customer relations. Her background in environmental science shapes the company's commitment to responsible processing.
David Reyes
Commercial Accounts Manager
David manages A2Z's commercial partnerships, working directly with manufacturers, contractors, and industrial clients to build long-term recycling programs.
Work With a Team You Can Trust
Whether you're a homeowner with a truckload of scrap or a manufacturer with ongoing recycling needs — we're ready to help.