Have you ever encountered some metal or items you know can be recycled at your local scrap yard? In today’s world of energy-efficient cars and technology, recycling is a well-known practice among most communities. Scrap metal recycling is one of the largest industries in the world that adds to the growing culture of restoring, renewing, […]
Read MoreCommon Questions About Scrap Prices – Since opening iScrap back in 2010, we have been asked all types of questions including, Why doesn’t my local scrap yard have the same prices I see online? We have some of the answers and how scrap prices are determined by scrap yards.
Read MoreHave you ever been curious about what happens at a scrap yard? Maybe you’ve seen people pulling up with U-Hauls full of metal and wondered what happens inside. Or perhaps you’re looking to earn extra money by recycling metal and want to know where to take it. This guide will cover everything you need to […]
Read MoreIn the world of scrap metal recycling, where the industry is ever-changing with the current market rate for goods, it can be challenging for yards or yard owners to determine the optimal frequency for adjusting their prices. Here’s an in-depth look at how often scrap yards should adjust their prices and what influences these decisions. […]
Read MoreTom Buechel, owner of Rockaway Recycling, a scrap yard and creator of the iScrap App, a mobile application, discusses the impact that cyclical patterns can have on running a business within the trade industry. As a scrap yard owner, coming to work every day there is something new. From dealing with homeowners to large corporations, […]
Read MoreSo…it’s been a while since you loaded your truck, trailer, or car with scrap steel and drove to the scrap yard. You know that this load that you have is heavy because there were a lot of small nails, screws, and tiny parts that you really packaged together and packed in tightly, so you are […]
Read MoreWhen working on your feet or constantly traveling to collect scrap metal, work on contractor jobs, home improvement, construction, or demolition, it’s crucial to have the proper boots. For example, when we discussed the importance of buying a good bed and work boots, we wanted to explore some of the best boots for a scrapper. […]
Read MoreWhich Scrap Metals Made The List? We love scrap metal. “Who doesn’t?” is the real question, but we continuously hear questions about different examples of scrap metals and the best ones to scrap. Well, in our mind, any scrap metal is the best one to scrap, but then it gets to the question of the availability […]
Read MoreIs it worth it to strip Romex® Wire? This is one of the most common questions asked by scrappers looking to increase their profit from stripping their wire. A General Rule… When deciding what scrap wires are good for stripping, we commonly say that if the wire is thicker than a pencil, you should consider […]
Read MoreIf you’re a metal scrapper, then you know that finding a good scrap yard is key to making money. But not all scrap yards are created equal. Some scrap yards are downright sketchy, and it’s essential to be able to spot them before you waste your time (and energy) interacting with them. For decades, some […]
Read MoreScrapping can be a profitable and environmentally friendly way to dispose of unwanted metals, but it has its pitfalls. When tossing things into your steel pile, it’s easy to include items of lower value, but mixing metals and other materials can lead to severe issues with your yard or your wallet! Many scrappers unknowingly toss […]
Read MoreIn a perfect world, we would love to offer you free scrap metal. It’s hard to ship, but the iScrap App Team has tips to help you locate free scrap in your area using several different resources. As you may know, scrap metal isn’t just found on job sites like construction, demolition, or tear-downs. Many […]
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