The top 5 most valuable scrap metals

Looking to make money from scrap metals?  Look for these top 5. The scrap metal business allows for an instant payday.  To get the most bang for your buck, those that choose to scrap for a living should look for these top 5 metals.   While ferrous metals like steel are in abundance and easy to find,…

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Is the price of aluminum ready to rebound?

Aluminum spot prices are at a crucial level With aluminum warehouse levels sitting at ten-year lows and aluminum spot prices negative for the year, the end of year positioning for aluminum pricing is taking hold. While world trade issues may not become clear for some time and remain an issue, an expected move in aluminum…

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Aluminum Spot Prices Remain Negative For the Year

One Year Aluminum Price Chart, Technically Speaking. After trading above 1.00 at the beginning of the year, the price of aluminum has bounced off the .90 level several times this year.  However, in October, the price of aluminum dropped and broke through the solid support of .90 and has been trading below that number ever…

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3 Factors That Determine the Value of Your Scrap Metal

If you are considering selling scrap metal for money or you just got started, you may wonder how the prices in this industry work. While many factors go into determining the value of scrap, to get the most from your scrap metal, work with a reputable recycler who will pay you what your metal is…

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Prep Steps Before You Scrap Your Car

Your car is on its last legs — or rather, last wheels. The cost to maintain it is getting too high, it breaks down often, or maybe it just isn’t reliable. While a newer (or, at the very least, working) car is something that you can easily sell, a vehicle that’s barely able to move…

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Scrap Metal Recycling Mistakes to Avoid

Selling scrap metal is a fun way to dispose of belongings that you no longer need while also making money. You can make your trip easier and more profitable by avoiding the following mistakes. Not Knowing Your Metal You will have an easier time selling your scrap metal if you know the exact types of…

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A Guide to Scrapping Metal This Holiday Season

Since the fall season is in full swing, you’re probably starting to notice that the holidays are just around the corner, which also means the busy time of the year is here. Whether you’re hosting family and friends over for the holiday or your gift list is exceptionally lengthy this year, de-cluttering your home to…

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What Scrap Metal Is Worth the Most Money?

If you’re like most people, then you could certainly use a little extra money in your pockets. Fortunately, there are many ways to get that extra cash that don’t require too much effort or stress on your part. One of the easiest ways to make money is by collecting and selling scrap metal. While you…

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Late Summer 2017 Price Update

Scrap prices are working their way up as summer rolls along! Our sheet iron price at the scale is up to $125/ton and we are expecting it to go up again in September. Scrap flow has slowed down and mill output is on the rise so demand for scrap metal is up. We anticipate roughly a…

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March 2017 Price Update

We are surprised to report that steel  prices are still on the rise this winter! We have raised the price on our scale to $140/ton, another $20 increase from last month. Demand for steel surprised us this month and kept the price moving up. We do not think it will go up anymore over the next few months…

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