What we collect: Your guide to hassle-free scrap removal

Discover the wide range of scrap metal and other items 'We collect scrap' accepts. We make recycling easy, offering free collection for many items and fair prices for others. Join us in responsible recycling.

Our comprehensive scrap collection service

From robust ferrous metals to valuable non-ferrous alloys and various other unwanted items, 'We collect scrap' provides a reliable and environmentally friendly solution for all your recycling needs.

Ferrous metals (free collection)

Iron, steel, old appliances (washers, dryers, cookers, fridges*), scrap machinery, metal gates & railings, old boilers, radiators, steel pipes, car parts, shelving, racking, farm scrap, factory offcuts. *Fridges may require gas removal.

Non-ferrous metals (weigh & pay)

Copper (clean, insulated, pipes), aluminum (sheet, cans, wheels), brass (taps, fittings), lead, stainless steel, zinc, cables, wiring, electric motors, copper/aluminum radiators, batteries (where accepted).

Other scrap items

Old tools, metal bed frames, bicycles, BBQs, metal furniture, water tanks, hot water systems, scrap roofing sheets, air conditioning units.

Why choose 'We collect scrap'?

We make getting rid of your unwanted metal easy and rewarding. Benefit from free ferrous metal collection, accurate weighing, instant payment for non-ferrous items, quick response, and a professional service. We're committed to responsible recycling.

Who we serve

Our scrap collection service is ideal for homeowners clearing out, local builders, contractors, factories, warehouses, and commercial sites. No job is too small or too large – we cater to all your scrap metal recycling needs.

Items we generally don't accept

To ensure safe and compliant recycling, we typically cannot accept household waste or rubbish, wood, plastic, or glass (unless part of a metal item), gas bottles (unless empty and approved), fridge freezers (with gas), or hazardous waste.