Most people generally think owning a scrap yard is the only way to make the real money with recycled metals. However industry consistently has a need to dispose of old equipment and materials. Sourcing these large supplies of metal junk can be as simple as finding nearby demolitions, office closures, manufacturing plant shutdowns, vehicle wrecks, etc. Many of these individuals and companies will gladly pay YOU to remove their "junk". Not only can you receive a removal fee, but you will also receive the scrap value at your local yard.

chip foose cars Lastly, check construction sites and businesses that maybe remodeling. Often times they will be thrilled to have someone haul away their scrap, and as I mentioned before, in some cases they may even pay you to do it. Just make sure to get permission from the business or construction site foreman before removing anything from their property.



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If you are in the market for purchasing a working and running vehicle with a salvaged title always bring in a mechanic to inspect with you unless you are a mechanic yourself. Always make sure the car is safe to drive and inspect things like the frame, airbags, seat belts, tires and suspension.

scrap yard near me Scrap metal can be found and traded for money or you can be a middleman between the refiners and smelters and have individuals bring you their scrap, otherwise known as a junk yard or scrap yard.

Of course the down side to buying a used car is that you do not know how it was treated by its previous owner, nor do you know its history as far as accidents or mechanical problems. A mechanic can certainly tell you if the car has had or still has issues, but a vehicle that has been wrecked can also become a headache.

Third, in many states, just having the car in your driveway or yard, as long as it's visible requires you to have insurance on the car. Now who wants to pay for insurance on a car that you can't use? Nobody!

Understand what are the most valuable things to look for. Sure you can collect aluminum cans and turn them in for a few pennies a pound. But the real money is made in finding old lumber, auto parts, brass and copper fittings, electric motors and many other things that you can recycle or sell for very good money.