| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.43/lb | Updated 10/15/2024 |
| Steel National Average | $198.05/ton | Updated 10/15/2024 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.47/lb | Updated 10/15/2024 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $75.93/each | Updated 10/15/2024 |
Taking out a stainless steel sink can be an intelligent move at your scrap yard. To make an extra buck on the stainless steel sink, remove the steel ring on the outside and drain from the bottom to make more money. Take a hammer and chisel and hit away! Be sure to save the brass drain […]
Read MoreWe always mentioned how important it is to separate your scrap metals before heading to the yard. We can’t stress that enough for many reasons. It makes the operation of unloading and weighing up easier and usually makes you more money by separating your metals. Therefore, you make more money! Win-win for everyone! Know What […]
Read MoreWhile it can be simple to just throw your aluminum can into the recycling bin, do you really know the numbers and figures you are contributing to when it comes to scrap metal recycling? We wanted to give you an idea of how important and huge the metal recycling industry is to our environment and […]
Read MoreMany people have asked us about nail and screw recycling, and we think this is a great place to discuss it. Many times, whether it is garage cleanouts or just extra inventory from job sites, it may seem tricky to get rid of these nails…and it can be. Most nails/screws are generally made of galvanized […]
Read MoreWho is ISRI? Many scrappers have asked us in the past about this thing called ISRI and why they need to know about it when they go to scrap yards near them. ISRI stands for Institute of Scrap & Recycling Industries and exists to help all recycling companies across the US and abroad to strengthen the […]
Read MoreScrapping is a labor-intensive job. When you take apart your scrap metal and different materials at your shop or house, you know how many other tools are needed to get the job done. The simple task of taking apart a computer tower can take a few different tools. The same goes for scrap yards; they […]
Read MoreiScrappers, What’s going on!? A lot of people ask about drill bits and the different types of bits that are out there. The most common drill bit is a hard steel drill bit. Those are the ones that you will most likely have in your toolbox. But there are two other ones that you will […]
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What Household Items Do Scraps Take? If you are looking to make some extra cash, try recycling scrap items that can be found around your house. We have a guide of everyday things that can be found throughout your house and brought to your local scrap yard. Most scrap yards take these items we are […]
Read MorePewter is another very strange alloy with all types of forms. Pewter can be made into dishes, bowls, and silverware, but generally, you will find pewter scrap when looking for decorative pieces. You won’t go to Walmart or Sears to buy silverware for your homemade from pewter…but if you find it in scrap, it could […]
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There’s a common misconception that light copper, roofing copper, and #3 copper are different materials. In reality, they are all synonymous terms used to describe the same type of copper scrap. The terminology can vary depending on the scrap yard’s language and grading system. Still, all three terms refer to lower-grade copper that typically includes […]
Read MoreCarbide is a unique scrap metal that is used in particular industries and equipment. Commonly found in machine shops and drill bits, carbide scrap is a valuable commodity due to the higher-than-average price per pound. Every month, the iScrap App Team explores a metal and everything about it: its origin, its use, where it comes […]
Read MoreThe high value of copper has led to much unwanted press across the US for the scrap recycling industry from stories covering metal theft. Before you give the industry a bad reputation, let’s consider a few of the environmental impacts of the scrap metal industry. Did you know that 40% of the world’s raw materials is […]
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