What to Expect at a Scrap Yard: Metals, Appliances & More

Scrap yards are businesses that buy, sell, and process scrap metal and other recyclable materials. Some common items found at a scrap yard include:

- Ferrous metals:

Steel

Iron

Cast iron

- Non-ferrous metals:

Aluminum

Copper

Brass

Bronze

Lead

- Precious metals:

Gold

Silver

Platinum

Palladium

- Electronic waste:

Computers

TVs

Monitors

Printers

Circuit boards

- Appliances:

Refrigerators

Washers

Dryers

Dishwashers

Stoves

- Vehicles:

Cars

Trucks

Buses

Boats

Aircraft

- Other materials:

Plastic

Paper

Cardboard

Glass

Batteries