Scrap Yards in Elyria, OH

3 locations from 5 recycling listings in Elyria.

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 Elyria

Butternut Auto & Recycling

40346 Butternut Ridge Rd Elyria OH 44035 USA

(440) 458-5220

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

3.8 (49 reviews)

Butternut Auto & Recycling buys scrap metal and junk vehicles at its yard on Butternut Ridge Road in Elyria. The yard takes copper, brass, aluminum, aluminum siding, cans, stainless steel, wire, and appliances, and an on-site car crusher handles even rusted-out vehicles. Cars, trucks, machinery, and equipment sell for cash on the spot, and the yard handles the paperwork and tows the vehicle away. Contractors and businesses with large loads get a free roll-off container in 20, 30, or 40 yard sizes, delivered and picked up when full. The yard also stocks a limited selection of used auto parts and is open Monday through Friday plus Saturday mornings.

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SA Recycling - Elyria

800 Infirmary Rd Elyria OH 44035 USA

(440) 322-1333

4.2 (69 reviews)

SA Recycling Elyria is a scrap metal recycling center located at 800 Infirmary Road, Elyria, OH 44035. The site accepts metals and provides roll-off container services for large commercial amounts.

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Westpark Recycling Co.

401 Lowell St Elyria OH 44035 USA

440-281-9415

Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 4:15 PM · Sat 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM · Sun Closed

4.8 (63 reviews)

Family-owned Westpark Recycling Co. buys scrap at 401 Lowell Street in Elyria for homeowners, contractors, and shops across Lorain County. A drive-on scale takes pickups, trailers, and dump trucks, and payment is cash. A valid driver's license or state ID is required. The yard is state registered and open to the public. Hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, and Saturday, 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. The last load must arrive 15 minutes before closing. Purchases include copper pipe, insulated copper wire, radiators, aluminum cans, siding, and cast aluminum. Brass fittings and spent shell casings are bought too. Steel and iron include appliances, lawn equipment, brake rotors, and hot water tanks. Roll-off boxes cover commercial and industrial accounts in Northeast Ohio, including Avon, Lorain, and Sheffield. Catalytic converters are no longer purchased as of October 1, 2026.

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Scrap Yards in Elyria: FAQ

Do scrap yards in Elyria, OH 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 Elyria, OH?

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.

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