Summer’s here, and many people are looking for ways to spend their free time and make a little extra money. Scrapping is one of the best ways to stay active, make money, and preserve the environment this summer.
If you’re brand new to scrap metal recycling, now is the time to get involved. Here’s a look at some of the best beginner’s tips for making your scrap metal efforts worthwhile.
Know What Metals You Can Trade-In
Not every scrap metal has the same value or is accepted at a recycling center. Aside from hunting for valuable metals like copper and aluminum, it’s important to check with your local recycling center about the metals they accept.
At Action Metals Recyclers, we pay full price for the following metals:
- Steel
- Copper
- Insulated Wire
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Stainless Steel
Look Around at Home
You can find scrap anywhere, but one of the best places to start searching is at home. The chances are you have lots of scrap sitting around your home collecting dust.
For example, if you’ve ever had a plumbing problem, the chances are, you have a copper pipe in your garage you’ve saved from the repair.
Other valuable metals you can find around the help are:
- Soda Cans
- Door Handles
- Bathroom Fixtures
- Old Car Parts
Research and Trade for the Best Price
Different metals sell at different prices as the markets fluctuate. Collecting enough scrap metal to make a healthy profit requires some work. So, you want to make sure you always sell at the time when prices are highest.
Ask your local scrap metal recycler what general prices are like, and make your decision to sell from there.
Protect Your Metal While Storing
If you plan on collecting enough scrap metal to fund your summer fun, you’re going to need a place to safely store it. Leaving ferrous metals out in the open exposes them to oxygen and rain; two elements that can lead to corrosion and ruined metals.
You will get paid by the pound. So, if your metals are rusted, you’ll see a significantly reduced ROI on your efforts.
We suggest storing metals indoors, in a low-moisture environment that keeps them as dry as possible.
Learn How to Separate Your Metals
Separating your metals helps you earn more cash for your collection. Even if you have a hard time finding the differences in your scrap, the experts at Action Metals Recyclers can ensure your metals are separated before they go through our recycling process.
Make a Connection for Your Scraps With Action Metals Recyclers
If you have a scrap metal collection you are ready to part ways with, let Action Metals Recyclers be your scrap metal recycling partner. We are dedicated to buying scrap metal at the highest prices in Dallas and can help you earn cash while you clear scrap out of your community.
We can even come to you and collect your scrap at no cost. Reach out to us today to learn more about our services and schedule your next pick-up.
