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2 locations from 7 recycling listings in Rockford.
Scrap yards and metal recyclers that buy or accept copper, aluminum, steel, brass, and other metals. Hours, fees, and accepted items change, so call or check the listing before you load up.
Scrap Yards in Rockford
Area Salvage and Recycling
207 Peoples Ave
779-500-0162
Mon-Fri 8:30am-12:00pm, 12:30pm-4:00pm; Sat 8:00am-1:00pm; Sun Closed
Area Salvage and Recycling is a full-service scrap metal and salvage yard in Rockford, IL, paying top dollar for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, appliances, computer equipment, and junk vehicles. The facility buys cars, SUVs, trucks, machinery, and catalytic converters and offers free vehicle pickup. Free estimates are available, and the yard also provides recycling pickup service for convenient drop-off or collection.
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Rockford Recycle Center
4665 Hydraulic Road
(815) 637-1343
Tuesdays 2:00pm-5:00pm, Saturdays 9:00am-Noon
Rockford Recycle Center is the main office of Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful (KNIB), a nonprofit drop-off recycling center located at 4665 Hydraulic Road in Rockford, Illinois. The center accepts sorted recyclables such as cardboard, paper, books, clothing, plastic, glass, metal cans and electronics during scheduled donation hours. Recycling drop off is closed on most holidays and whenever the weather predicts a heat index over 95 degrees or a wind chill below zero.
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Scrap Yards in Rockford: FAQ
Do scrap yards in Rockford, IL pay cash?
Many states restrict cash payment for scrap metal, especially copper and catalytic converters, and require a photo ID and a waiting period. Expect a check or electronic payment at some yards. Call ahead to confirm how a yard pays.
What do I need to bring to sell scrap metal?
Bring a valid government photo ID. Many states also require a vehicle plate number and, for some items, proof of ownership. Separate metals by type before you go, since mixed loads are paid at the lowest grade.
How are scrap prices set in Rockford, IL?
Yards price scrap by the pound or ton, based on commodity markets such as COMEX copper, minus their processing costs. Prices change daily, so call two or three yards before selling a large load.