Recycling scrap metal is not only beneficial for your wallet but also contributes to more environmentally friendly practices. Across Saskatchewan and the other Western provinces, scrap metal hides under the noses of countless residents, businesses, and municipalities, waiting to be recycled.
At McSteel Salvage & Cleanup, we are here to help you find that scrap metal rotting away on your property and turn it into a little extra cheddar for the bank. Keep reading to learn more about the different types of metal you can recycle at McSteel.
Different Types of Recyclable Metal
Whether you are a resident, commercial business, or municipality in Saskatchewan, you can recycle plenty of different types of metal at McSteel Salvage & Cleanup. One thing to remember is that the metal’s quality will determine how much it’s worth, so don’t let your scrap metal, junk cars, and old farm equipment rot in your yard; take it to McSteel today!
Below are some of the common types of metal we can recycle at our High Prairie or Wainright locations:
Construction Waste
From steel I-beams, girders, and trusses to structural steel and pilings, leftover construction waste is great scrap metal to recycle. Since steel doesn’t lose any of its original strength during the recycling process, it can be reused into almost any steel product. Plus, recycling steel saves our planet from the need to mine thousands of pounds of coal and iron ore yearly. So the next time your construction project, home renovation, or commercial upgrade is completed, don’t hesitate to take your leftover steel, copper, and aluminum to McSteel Salvage & Cleanup!
Appliances
While appliances may not be the first place your mind goes to when it comes to metal recycling, they’re salvageable. Stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers, freezers, laundry units, and BBQs contain scrap metal and copper. So, after upgrading an appliance or a home renovation, don’t take your old appliances to the dump; bring them to McSteel Salvage & Cleanup for recycling!
Plumbing
Another common type of metal McSteel can recycle is leftover plumbing fixtures. Pipes, valves, brass faucets, cast iron tubs, and stainless steel sinks are all valuable. Keep in mind that non-ferrous metals such as brass and copper, typically used in plumbing pipes, tend to be worth more than other types of metal, meaning your payout could be significantly larger depending on how much metal you’re recycling in total.
Vehicles and Trailers
If you’re a hobby mechanic or work in the automotive industry, don’t let those spare parts and junker cars go to waste! At McSteel Salvage & Cleanup, we want your end-of-life cars and trailers because they contain a substantial amount of metal we can recycle. Just be sure to fully drain your scrap car and remove any valuables before you bring it to one of our locations.
HVAC Components
For businesses or Saskatchewan residents upgrading their HVAC systems, you can earn some cashback by recycling your heating. Items such as furnaces, garbage disposals, AC units, water heaters, and condensers all contain significant amounts of scrap metal. In particular, gas water heaters typically contain copper, making them more valuable to recycle.
Farm Equipment and Machinery
If your farm has some old, rusty equipment or implements half buried in the yard, they could be worth a lot of money. From tractors and plows to combines, balers, swathers and more, farm equipment is worth recycling not only because of the extra cash but also because it can contaminate your soil and take up valuable land if left to rot. If you have a large farmyard and need assistance cleaning up your scrap metal, McSteel is here to help!
Household Goods
Finally, the most common type of scrap metal McSteel Salvage & Cleanup takes is your typical household goods. So if you’re planning on a home renovation, upgrades to your office, or are simply doing some spring cleaning, keep in mind that you can recycle items such as the following:
- Cell phones
- Pots and pans
- TVs
- Metal bedframes
- Ceiling fan motors
- Aluminum patio chairs
- Bicycles
- Exercise equipment
- And more!
If you are unsure whether or not your metal household items could be recycled, feel free to reach out to McSteel Salvage & Cleanup! We are happy to answer any questions regarding your recycling needs.
Bring Your Scrap Metal to McSteel Today!
As your trusted metal salvager, McSteel Salvage & Cleanup is here to help clear your junk metal. With our bin and scrap metal pickup services, large site cleanups and demolition services, tidying up your Saskatchewan property has never been easier!
Contact McSteel today to find out more about our metal recycling services.