Scrap Yards in Maryland

Baltimore Scrap (Curtis Bay)

Baltimore, MD

(410) 355-4455

Private scrap metal recycling facility in Curtis Bay specializing in purchasing ferrous and non-ferrous metals from the public and businesses. Offers competitive pricing for various metal types including aluminum, copper, brass, steel, and iron. Provides convenient drop-off services with early morning hours (7 AM - 4 PM weekdays, 7 AM - 12 PM Saturdays). Call ahead for current pricing and specific material acceptance policies. Professional service for both individual and commercial metal recycling needs.

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Eastern Citizens' Convenience Center

6101 Bowley's Lane

(410) 396-9950

Baltimore City operates the Eastern Residential Recycling Center at 6101 Bowleys Lane for eligible city residents to drop off household waste and recyclables.

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Northwest Transfer Station (Residential Drop-off)

5030 Reisterstown Road

(410) 396-2706

Baltimore City’s Northwest Transfer Station at 5030 Reisterstown Road provides residential drop-off for waste and recyclables. City ID is required for residents.

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Quarantine Road Landfill (Residential Drop-off Center)

6100 Quarantine Road

(410) 396-3772

Baltimore City operates a residential drop-off at Quarantine Road Landfill, 6100 Quarantine Road, for eligible city residents.

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Sims Metal Baltimore East Yard

4300 Pulaski Highway

(410) 522-1774

Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM; Sat 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; Sun Closed

East Baltimore scrap yard at 4300 Pulaski Highway, open Saturday mornings. It takes steel, iron and non-ferrous metal from scrap dealers, contractors and residents, and buys dismantled vehicles with a title. Scales are state certified.

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Sims Metal Baltimore West Yard

909 Millington Ave.

+1-410-947-8000

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM; Sat-Sun Closed

Scrap yard at 909 Millington Ave. just off I-95, with the facility entrance on Catherine Street. It buys ferrous and non-ferrous metal from dealers, businesses and residents, and pays for end-of-life vehicles with a title. No appointment is needed for residents.

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Sims Metal Rolling Mill Road

7600 Rolling Mill Rd Gate 2

443-576-5050

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM-3:30 PM; Sat-Sun Closed

Scrap yard entered at Gate 2 of 7600 Rolling Mill Rd, listed by Sims as its Dundalk-area location. It buys ferrous and non-ferrous metal including copper wire and solids, aluminum chips and stainless fittings, and serves contractors, manufacturers and residents. Closed weekends.

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Southwestern Residential Drop-off Center (Western Sanitation Yard)

701 Reedbird Ave.

(410) 396-3367

Southwestern residential drop-off center (also known as Western Sanitation Yard) operated by Baltimore City DPW, providing recycling and waste disposal services to city residents. Features eCycling services for electronic waste disposal and accepts a variety of materials. Offers seasonal extended hours during summer months. All services are free for Baltimore City residents with proper identification. Vehicle restrictions and load limits apply to ensure fair access for all residents.

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Bowie Kenhill Center Food Waste Drop-Off

2614 Kenhill Dr

(301) 809-3044

Bowie Kenhill Center accepts resident food scraps including meat, bones, eggshells, tea bags and coffee filters. Yard waste, flowers and household plants are excluded.

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Nicholson Drop-Off Center

23750 Larney Nick Rd.

410-778-6665

Mon, Wed, Fri 8 am-4 pm, Sat 8 am-2 pm

Kent County's largest drop-off center, five miles northwest of Chestertown. Takes bulk items, scrap metal, white goods, yard waste, lead acid batteries, computers and cooking oil.

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Banks Auto Recyclers

1046 Conowingo Road

410-658-4844

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-2pm

Banks Auto Recyclers is a vehicle and metal recycling center in Conowingo, Maryland. They buy scrap metal, remove unwanted cars and trucks, sell used auto parts, and provide 24-hour towing and recovery services for vehicles and equipment in any condition.

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Scrap Metal Drop-off - Shady Grove Transfer Station

Derwood, MD

(240) 777-0311

Dedicated scrap metal recycling area at Montgomery County's Shady Grove Transfer Station accepting large metal items at no charge. Specializes in appliances, metal furniture, grills, bicycles, and scrap metal containing 51% or more metal content. Refrigerants in appliances are properly evacuated per environmental standards. Features curbside scrap metal pickup available by appointment. Items must be delivered to the designated scrap metal area - do not place in blue recycling bins. Professional handling ensures proper recycling and environmental compliance.

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Shady Grove Processing Facility & Transfer Station

Derwood, MD

240-777-0311

The Shady Grove Processing Facility & Transfer Station is Montgomery County's main trash and recycling drop-off, with a public entrance at 16101 Frederick Road in Derwood and a truck entrance at 16055 Shady Grove Road in Gaithersburg. It takes household and commercial trash plus a wide set of recyclables and hazardous materials, including scrap metal, electronics, blue-bin commingled containers, mixed paper, yard trim, household hazardous waste, motor oil, tires, and propane tanks. Only material generated within Montgomery County is accepted, residents must show proof of residency, and loads over 500 lbs are weighed and charged per the County fee schedule. It is open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday (residents only, Shady Grove Road entrance).

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Complete Recycling Group - Scrap Metal & Self Service Auto Parts

1500 West Pulaski Hwy

410-398-6727

Mon-Sat: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Complete Recycling Group is a family owned and operated scrap metal and self-service auto parts yard serving Elkton, MD since the early 1970s. The facility buys copper, brass, aluminum, and other metals for cash, and offers self-service used OEM auto parts from cars, trucks, and SUVs. Roll-off container drop-off and pickup is available for customers with large quantities of metal.

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Elkton Recycling

53 Dogwood Rd

(410) 392-2980

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-11:00am, Sunday closed

Elkton Recycling is a scrap metal yard at 53 Dogwood Rd in Elkton, Maryland. The yard buys scrap steel, iron, copper, lead piping, batteries, farm equipment, and junk cars. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 11:00am.

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Frederick Scrap, Inc.

8097 Hillmark Court, Frederick, MD 21704

301-662-5877

Frederick Scrap, Inc. is a scrap metal recycling site located in Frederick, MD. They provide a variety of services related to scrap processing and metal recycling.

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Reliable Recycling Center

8005 Reichs Ford Road, Frederick, MD 21704

(301) 663-4482

Founded in 1918, Reliable Recycling Center at 8005 Reichs Ford Road has served the greater Frederick area for scrap metal and cardboard recycling. The family-owned yard pays cash for scrap metal and clean cardboard, accepts most electronics, and offers roll-off and pickup for larger loads. Call before visiting to check current prices.

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Scrapwire and Cable

5702 Industry Lane, A1, Frederick, MD 21704

(888) 727-2731

Scrapwire and Cable at 5702 Industry Lane in Frederick buys scrap copper and welcomes walk-in customers during posted business hours. The site notes you will get scrap copper prices at their recycling center and links to separate pages for items handled and services.

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Alpha Ridge Landfill (Residents' Recycling Center)

Marriottsville, MD

410-313-6444

Howard County residents can bring household trash and recyclables to the Residents’ Convenience Center at Alpha Ridge Landfill. Proof of county residency is required.

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Rockville Metals

801 E Gude Drive

(301) 417-8136

Monday-Saturday 7am-5pm, Sunday 8am-2pm

Rockville Metals is a scrap yard at 801 E Gude Drive in Rockville, MD. The yard buys ferrous metals including iron, steel, and stainless steel, and non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, zinc, and alloys. Hours are Monday through Saturday 7am to 5pm and Sunday 8am to 2pm.

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Harford County Auto Parts

3610 Conowingo Road

410-457-5454

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-2pm, Sunday 9am-2pm

Harford County Auto Parts is a salvage yard in Street, Maryland offering used auto parts and vehicle recycling. Part of the Banks Recyclers group, the yard recycles ferrous and non-ferrous metals and accepts unwanted vehicles.

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