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Public Recycling

Whether you’re looking to get rid of a fridge or old car parts, we offer competitive prices for all types of scrap metal.

With 230+ sites across North America, finding the right place to sell your scrap metal has never been easier. Sims Metal is proud to lead the way with safe, convenient, and hassle-free metal recycling.

Metal Recycling Made Simple

In just 3 easy steps, you’ll be weighed, paid, and on your way.

1. Get Weighed

Our friendly team will help you load your material onto our certified scales quickly and safely, ensuring an accurate weight every time.

2. Get Paid

Once your scrap is weighed, you can choose from several quick payment options and get paid on the spot.

3. Get Back on the Road

After payment, our team will guide you safely out of the yard so you can get back to what matters most.

What We RECYCLE

Appliances

Automobiles

Car Engines

Plumbing Scrap

Sheet Metal

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Our Locations

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Metal Recycling FAQs

Where can I find a Sims Metal recycling yard?

Sims Metal operates over 230 metal recycling yards across North America. Click here to find a local yard.

What identification is needed when I arrive at a Sims Metal recycling yard?

A photo ID is required to be paid for your scrap metal. This can be a valid driver’s license with a photo ID, valid passport, valid state-issued ID.

What items does Sims Metal accept?

Click here to view our full list of accepted items.

What items are prohibited?

The most common items that are turned away include lithium-ion batteries or pressurized containers (gas bottles, propane, aerosol, or extinguishers), hazardous, corrosive, explosive or radioactive items. Click here to view our prohibited materials.

Is there an appointment necessary?

No appointment is necessary. Click here to find the hours of operation for your nearest Sims Metal recycling facility.

Do you accept appliances?

We welcome homeowners to bring their old appliances to one of our recycling facilities. We accept the following appliances:

Washing machines
Dryers
Dishwashers
Refrigerators
Freezers – commercial and residential
Air conditioners
Air handlers
Heat pumps
Water heaters

Do you accept vehicles?

Most Sims Metal locations accept vehicles for recycling. Upon arrival, all vehicles must be free of oils, fuels and any hazardous substances. We accept running and non-running cars, vans, and trucks. To sell a vehicle, you will need proof of ownership (title). An online search will be done to verify that the vehicle is not stolen.

If you drive your vehicle to our facility to sell, remember to make arrangements for a ride to get home. We are unable to offer transport to individuals.

Will you pick up my scrap metal?

If you have large volumes of metals, we may be able to arrange to have the material picked up. Click here to fill out a form and provide pictures of the material and we will contact you.

What payment options do you provide?

Sims Metal has a number of payment options to suit everyone’s individual needs. This includes cash payments, checks, electronic transfers, or for certain customers instant transfer of funds using mobile banking.

How do you weigh scrap metal?

We weigh material using certified scales and weighbridges. In some cases, we can also supply an onsite weighing facility which can come to you. Speak to one of our friendly team members to find out more.

Do you take batteries? If so, what kind?

We purchase all types of lead-acid batteries (normally 12v or 24v car or truck batteries). We don’t purchase lithium-ion or rechargeable batteries; these are a prohibited item and can be extremely dangerous, so they are strictly forbidden.

Do I need to deregister my vehicle before bringing it in?

Yes. Please call us if you need further information on this.

Do you recycle tires?

Unfortunately, we don’t recycle tires.

Do you take gas bottles?

We do under strict conditions. They must be empty, have the valve removed, and have a punctured hole. These can be extremely dangerous to our people.

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Public Recycling

Metal Recycling Made Simple

1. Get Weighed

2. Get Paid

3. Get Back on the Road

What We RECYCLE

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