Scrap Yards in Tacoma, WA

4 locations from 10 recycling listings in Tacoma.

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 Tacoma

Binford Metals - Tacoma

222 107th Street South, Tacoma, WA 98444

(253) 536-2260

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 4:45 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 1:45 PM · Sun Closed

4.1 (95 reviews)

Binford Metals is a full-service scrap metal recycler and auto wrecking yard established in 1973. The recycling drop-off center accepts most metals, from aluminum cans to copper and brass, and buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals including motors, batteries, brake rotors, and wheels, with container pickup and recycling programs available for commercial accounts. Binford Auto Wrecking pays cash for junk, high-mileage, damaged, and wrecked cars, vans, trucks, and SUVs, and offers vehicle pickup within a roughly 10-mile radius. The yard also sells used parts for foreign and domestic vehicles, which customers can pull themselves or call ahead to request.

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Mega metals recycle

3011 S Fife St Tacoma WA 98409 USA

(253) 212-0006

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

2.9 (48 reviews)

Mega Metals Total Recycle buys and sells scrap metal at its yard on South Fife Street in Tacoma, taking in loads from Tacoma and Puyallup. The buy list runs from copper, brass, aluminum scrap and cans, and stainless steel to nickel, exotic metals, high temperature alloys, and obsolete metals. It also buys ferrous metals, radiators, wire, mixed motors, car rims, washers and dryers, computer boards, cell phones and other electronics, photographic film, and precious metals including gold and silver.

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Radius Recycling - Tacoma

1902 Marine View Drive, Tacoma, WA 98422

253-572-4000

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat-Sun Closed

4.1 (37 reviews)

Radius Recycling operates a site in Tacoma, Washington, offering services for recycling ferrous and nonferrous metals. The site services individuals and businesses, providing competitive rates and convenient drop-off options for various scrap metals.

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Sutter Metals Recycling

5312 S Burlington Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

(253) 533-6253

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM · Sun Closed

4.5 (85 reviews)

Sutter Metals Recycling in Tacoma, WA operates the company's largest location, at 5312 S Burlington Way, handling the bulk of Sutter's sorting and exporting work. Open Monday–Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–2:30 pm, this branch serves both the public and commercial clients. Sutter buys scrap metal, offers on-site junk car pickup, and provides bin services for businesses. Competitive prices paid at the scale. Call (253) 533-6253.

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Scrap Yards in Tacoma: FAQ

Do scrap yards in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA?

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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