| Scrap Metal | Scrap Price | Updated Price Date |
|---|---|---|
| Copper National Average | $3.42/lb | Updated 10/14/2024 |
| Steel National Average | $198.05/ton | Updated 10/14/2024 |
| Aluminum National Average | $0.47/lb | Updated 10/14/2024 |
| Catalytic Converter Average | $75.93/each | Updated 10/14/2024 |
Disposing an old furnace requires careful consideration, as improper disposal can lead to fines in some areas. Due to the size of most units, municipal garbage disposals typically do not pick these up, but if you leave them on your curb, you can also get in trouble with your town. However, scrapping your furnace ensures […]
Read MoreWays to Store Your Scrap Securely Collecting and recycling scrap metal is a popular side hustle. However, finding bits of valuable metals is only part of the puzzle. You have to consider how and where you’ll store the scrap finds. (If only to stockpile your metal pieces awaiting better prices in the scrap market and […]
Read MoreScrappers know that maintaining an organized workspace is crucial for efficiency and profitability. Whether you work out of a garage, storage unit, or backyard scrap yard, the key to success is keeping your materials organized, labeled, and easily accessible. Let’s explore some simple steps to help you declutter your space, introduce effective storage solutions, and […]
Read MoreWe have written about what to do and what not to strip. It continues to be a hot topic. We have talked to all types of scrappers to get different opinions on what is too thin to strip, and we have come up with this. We took all of the comments, advice, and knowledge of […]
Read MoreWhen searching for scrap metal every day or working on larger jobs on the go, it’s always essential to have the right tools. Having the right tools can be the difference between wasting time and making a profit off materials. As you begin to scrap longer and understand what tools work best for different materials, […]
Read MoreBased on surveys with scrappers, we’ve compiled the ultimate scrapper’s tool guide using our years of experience, trial and error, and scrapper suggestions. We’re not saying you should have every tool on this list, but these are probably the most common and the most widely used in the scrapper profession. Dismantling and separating your scrap […]
Read MoreRight off the bat, we want to preface this conversation by saying we are NOT tax professionals, lawyers, etc. The purpose of this article is to provide context to a question that we see asked over and over again by scrappers: How do we handle taxes from scrap metal profits? Who Needs To Pay Taxes? […]
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Being a scrapper is no easy task. It requires hard work, dedication, and the right tools to navigate the scrapping world. One thing that every experienced scrapper knows is the importance of having reliable tools and consumables on hand. Let’s dive into the essential items that scrappers use regularly and need to keep in stock. […]
Read MoreOne of the most sought-after electronic scrap items is desktop computer towers for the high value of their components and because they are straightforward and easy to come across when scraping. Computers can be scrapped as a whole unit, but you will make more money if the time is used to take them apart for […]
Read MoreEveryone’s heard of Fool’s Gold as a kid, where you found a rock that was spray painted, and you thought you hit the jackpot, but it turns out…it was only a rock. Fool’s Copper typically comes in the form of different electrical pieces of copper. Bare Bright, any scrapper’s dream, can be mistaken for copper-clad […]
Read MoreMany homeowners have a desktop computer in their house. Finding a place to recycle your old computer can be difficult if you want to upgrade to a laptop. After you have found a local scrap yard that accepts electronic waste or e-waste, you can bring your computer to be scrapped. Scrap yards will usually NOT […]
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We’ve talked at length about the bond between scrappers and their vehicles. Most of the time, we all seem inseparable from our vehicles, especially when those vehicles become our means of generating income, Most of the scrappers we’ve seen and talked to, whether by chance or intentionally through the amount they scrap, end up with […]
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