$0.70 / lb.

Any aluminum beverage container that has been emptied of its contents and is uncontaminated in any form.

$0.75 / lb.

Thin aluminum house siding, rain gutters, fascia, etc. May have paint, but must be free of staples, nails, or other contaminants.

$1.00 / lb.

Same as regular extruded aluminum; however, it may contain small amounts of paint, caulking, weather stripping, dirt, etc.

$0.82 / lb.

The most, common grade of aluminum. Mixture of various aluminum alloys. Consists of plate, bar, solids, chunks or machined parts. Must be free of contamination, paint, nails, screws, etc. Misc aluminum will fall into this category.

$0.70 / lb.

Cast is an aluminum alloy that has been poured or “cast” into shape. This can include car parts and other mechanical parts used in aerospace or manufacturing. A higher zinc, copper, or magnesium content contributes to the pricing for this type of aluminum.

$0.70 / lb.

Thin-gauge aluminum sheets. Often with paint on it. Must be free of iron, foil, venetian blinds, castings, hair wire, screen wire, food or beverage containers, radiator shells, airplane sheet, bottle caps, plastic, dirt, and other non-metallic items.

$4.90 / lb.

Copper wire that is shiny in its appearance. No contamination in any form. Must be thicker than a pencil lead. (10 Ga.)

$4.60 / lb.

Clean, uncontaminated, no paint, solder, insulation, dirt, etc. Can be tubing or wire. Wire must be bare & thicker than a pencil lead.

$2.35 / lb.

Insulated copper wire that is 14 gage or thicker (1/14 inch). If wire is stranded, each wire must be 1/14” or thicker. Must have a copper recovery of 70% or more. Most single jacket wire will be classified as #1 wire.

$1.72 / lb.

Insulated copper wire smaller than 16 gage (1/16 inch) and has a copper recovery of 50% – 60%. The copper wire may be coated by tin or nickel. Most multiple jacket wire will be classified as #2 wire.

$2.55 / lb.

Brass that has a yellowish look in appearance. Commonly valves, meters, faucets. No contamination. Free of iron, paint, plastic, washers, glass, etc.

$2.95 / lb.

Brass that looks reddish in appearance. Has a higher copper content. Commonly valves, meters, faucets. No Contamination. Free of iron, paint, plastic, washers, glass, etc. (78% – 82% Copper)

$40 per net ton

This includes structural steel, heavy melting steel, as well as light iron or sheet metal. Also known as ferrous items and are the only items on this page that will stick to a magnet.

$0.67 – $2.40

Radiators can be made of aluminum, copper, or a mixture of both. Our expert metal buyers will be able to tell you what you have and pay you accordingly. Make sure it is drained of all liquids, though.

$0.32 / lb.

The most common grade of stainless steel is often found in appliances, kitchenware, and other home use. Has a slight magnetic pull, but the magnet will not stick. For full price, it must be free of iron, plastic, rubber, and other contaminants.

$0.73 / lb.

This stainless steel grade is more commonly used in high-temperature and industrial applications. Has a slight magnetic pull, but the magnet will not stick. For full price, it must be free of iron, plastic, rubber, and other contaminants.

$0.18 / lb.

Lead acid batteries are often used in cars, trucks, forklifts, and other vehicles. They must not be steel cased.