Scrap Metal Guides

Practical, no-nonsense guides to help you get the most from your scrap metal.

How to Sell Scrap Metal: A Beginner's Guide

Everything you need to know about selling scrap metal for the first time — what to bring, what to expect, and how to get the best price.

How scrap metal pricing works, what drives price swings, and how to track prices so you sell at the right time.

How to sort, clean, and prepare your scrap metal before taking it to the yard — and why it matters for your payout.

Learn how the magnet test works, what it tells you about your scrap metal, and how to use it to identify metals and maximize your payout.

Which scrap metals are worth the most per pound? A ranked guide to the highest-paying metals, where to find them, and how to maximize your haul.

Catalytic converter scrap values explained: what they're worth, why prices vary, where to sell them, and how to stay legal.

Stripping insulation off copper wire can double your scrap payout — but only if the wire is thick enough. Here's how to decide.

Every state has different laws for selling scrap metal. Know the ID requirements, documentation rules, and payment restrictions.