Seeing all the garage sales last weekend, it’s easy to remember all the junk that must be taken out of the garage and sold or recycled. How does so much useless junk end up in your garage throughout the year? What things are found in your garage? Is your garage so full that you can’t […]
Read MoreElectric motors are everywhere—in household appliances, power tools, and even industrial equipment. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced scrapper, knowing how to scrap electric motors efficiently can help you make the most money. But should you dismantle them or sell them whole? In this guide, you’ll learn: Let’s dive in and maximize your scrap […]
Read MoreMany people see drill bits and think they are carbide or tungsten drill bits, but how do you know? On carbide drill bits (tungsten is what makes up the bit), they will often be marked CARBIDE. They have a much denser feel than normal steel drill bits. Where will you find them? Glad you asked! Many […]
Read MoreCopper is one of the most sought-after metals in the scrap industry. It comes in various shapes and sizes, from pipe, wire, plate, electronics, and more. With our technology ever-growing, we have more electronics around us daily, which means more copper wire for scrap available. Having copper wire for recycling can be very valuable to […]
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 MoreHowdy iScrappers! With the Fall seeming to be here, we can’t believe where the time has gone. You might be getting ready to look for some Fall cleanouts in your town or the area around you, and we have a couple of things you can look out for. Garage sales are going on; these are the […]
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As you become a more seasoned scrapper, you may hopefully realize your volume of material is picking up. While this is almost always good, it may come with a caveat. Your local yard may pay better for one type of material over another. We all know how optimizing profits is a top priority for scrappers. […]
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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 […]
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Several factors can play into choosing the best scrap or salvage yard to bring your scrap metal. While some are more important than others, there are different things to consider when finding a scrap yard in your area and traveling there to sell your scrap. Obviously, we all want the best prices for our scrap, […]
Read MoreGenerally, when scrap prices go up, people in the scrap industry are happy. Everyone makes more money unless you lose money because of thieves, which can be common when scrap prices are high. Desperate Times, Call for Desperate Measures When scrap prices are high, there are daily reports of scrap metal thefts around the world. […]
Read MoreThe smartphone has revolutionized everything in the world of retail, technology, finance, and products. While we always are able to give you good products to protect your phone, it’s also important to have the right apps on your phone. Whether you have your own junk pick-up service, or you just casually hunt for scrap metal on […]
Read MoreWhen you are cleaning out your apartment or one of your kids accidentally heated a thermos in your microwave, and it combusted, it may be a good time to scrap it. Microwaves are also a prevalent item to find while scrap hunting in your neighborhood. Often, people place them on the curb to go out […]
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