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2 locations from 4 recycling listings in Providence.
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 Providence
Metal Services LLC
199 Branch Ave
(401) 751-3400
Monday-Friday 6:00am-3:30pm; Saturday 6:00am-10:30am; Sunday closed.
A family-owned scrap yard at 199 Branch Avenue in Providence, Metal Services LLC has operated since 1929 and pays by cash or check. It buys copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, lead, insulated wire, steel, and alloys, and takes e-waste such as laptops, desktops, and server towers. Trucking and roll-off container service round out the yard, and pickup runs throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. The gate opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Friday, closes at 3:30 p.m., and shuts five minutes before closing time. Saturday hours run from 6 to 10:30 a.m. Staff speak English and Spanish, and custom recycling programs are available.
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Sims Metal - Providence
278 Allens Avenue
(401) 519-9999
Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm; Saturday 7:00am-noon; Sunday closed.
Sims Metal operates a scrap recycling yard at 278 Allens Avenue in Providence. The location purchases and processes ferrous, non-ferrous, and electronic scrap, provides public metal drop-off without an appointment, and offers industrial scrap, trucking, and roll-off container services.
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Scrap Yards in Providence: FAQ
Do scrap yards in Providence, RI 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 Providence, RI?
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.