Materials We Accept
Not sure if TruMetal will take your scrap metal? This page outlines the metals we accept and the items that carry a disposal fee.
If you do not see your material listed or think it may need special handling, call us at (414) ###-####.
Accepted Materials
| Material | Common Examples |
|---|---|
| Steel / Cast Iron | Plate, beams, radiators, auto parts |
| Prepared & Unprepared Iron | Structural scrap, heavy melt |
| Copper | Pipe, wire, roofing, tubing |
| Aluminum | Cans, siding, lawn furniture, storm windows |
| Stainless Steel | Sinks, kitchen equipment, medical tools |
| Brass | Valves, plumbing fittings, door hardware |
| Lead | Wheel weights, diving weights, cable sheathing |
| Zinc & Nickel Alloys | Die-cast parts, specialty machining scrap |
| Bronze | Bearings, marine hardware, statues |
| Car Batteries | Lead-acid only |
| Large Appliances | Washers, dryers, stoves, water heaters |
| Small Appliances | Toasters, box fans |
| Motors & Machinery | Pumps, compressors, gearboxes, tractors |
Items We Charge For
$35 per chargeable item
Large or Mixed Loads: We may refuse a load if it contains excessive contaminants. Call first if you are unsure.
Some materials need special handling. Review the list we’ve put together before you load up!
- Freon Items (Refridgerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, air conditioning units)
- Tires (Price determined by size)
- Microwaves
Prohibited Items
Our recycling facility DOES NOT take the following items:
Lithium-Ion Batteries
Hazardous or Flammable Materials
Radioactive Materials
Asbestos and PCB-Containing Items
Mercury-Containing Devices
FULL Sealed or Pressurized Containers
Electronic Waste
Medical or Biohazard Waste
Explosives or Ammunition
Not sure about an item? Click the full list below to confirm.