Recycling center in Austin, TX

CMC Recycling - Austin

1704 W Howard Ln Austin TX 78728 USA

3.3 (116 reviews)

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About this center

CMC Recycling's Austin North yard is a full-service scrap metal recycling facility at 1704 Howard Ln. in north Austin, just west of I-35 near the Howard Lane/Scofield Ridge Pkwy. intersection, and has operated in the area for nearly 30 years. The yard buys nonferrous metals such as copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel and lead, along with ferrous steel, cast iron and shred/tin, and serves industrial accounts, small businesses and walk-in individuals. It is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and pays immediately by cash or check. Sellers need a valid Texas state-issued ID, and certain regulated metals require additional documentation.

Materials accepted & services

scrap metal copper aluminum brass ferrous metals walk-in welcome industrial recycling

Services offered

Walk-in scrap metal buying
Ferrous and nonferrous metal recycling
Industrial and commercial account recycling
Roll-off box and trailer container service (flat-bed, end-dump, open-top)
Equipment and crew mobilization for large projects
Immediate payment with cash or check

Areas served

North Austin, TXGeorgetown, TXLeander, TXCedar Park, TXRound Rock, TXPflugerville, TXHutto, TXTaylor, TX

Not accepted

Hazardous waste (including asbestos)PCB/transformers/capacitorsBallastsCompressed gas cylinders (including propane)NiCad batteriesRadioactive materialsMercury and mercury switchesLead/iron pipesSealed containers and liquids of any typeFlammable materialsTrash, garbage, concrete and other non-recyclablesBroken, cracked or leaking batteriesOffice machines and electronics (fax machines, copiers, scanners, computers, monitors)Materials with strong or objectionable odorsUnidentifiable materials

Frequently asked questions

What scrap metals does the Austin North yard buy?

The yard buys nonferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, 304 stainless steel and lead, plus ferrous scrap such as prepared and unprepared steel, cast iron and shred/tin. Pricing is by phone at 512.251.3407.

What are the hours?

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk-in customers are welcome.

What ID and documentation do I need to sell scrap?

You need a valid Texas state-issued ID (driver's license, Texas State ID card or Texas License to Carry) or a valid military ID. Certain regulated materials, including aluminum (except cans), bronze, copper, brass and lead, require documentation to sell.

How and when does CMC pay?

CMC pays immediately with no wait. First-time customers receive a check for their first transaction of regulated material. Customers with a physical mailing address can apply for a Cash Transaction Card to receive cash on future visits.

Reviews & pricing

Note: Prices are user-reported and subject to change. Contact the center directly for current rates.

Jesse Wendler

2 months ago

Google review

This is my favorite metal recycling yard the staff are always helpful and polite they give more for my metal than other places south of here and the folks up front in the office are friendly every time! So easy just pull up and weigh or drive to the back for smaller metals!!!

Chaos Wright

3 months ago

Google review

Staff is always nice and friendly! The only recycling plant I’ll go to . Special shout out to the cashier lady she always greets me with a smile and is very sweet !

Stanislav Katyrov

5 months ago

Google review

WORNING: Absolute ripoff of hard working people stay away from this place I brought 400lb of pure aluminum and this scammers told me there might be screw of metal somewhere so we will scam you and pay you 23$

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