Scrap Yards

If you have old metal sitting at your home or business, you are sitting on real money. We turn waste into income every day, and the process is simpler than most people expect.

Here is the important distinction most people miss: the difference between a good payout and a poor one often comes down to preparation, not just which yard you choose.

Prices vary by grade, weight, cleanliness, and daily demand. Service options depend on your load size and location.

This guide walks you through our yard, the types of scrap metal we accept, how pricing actually works, and what to check before you sell.

Quick Facts & Key Takeaways

• Our yard accepts ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and specialty materials, keeping usable metal out of landfill.
• Our yard offers on-site collection and responsible recycling practices.
• We also buy scrap and end-of-life vehicles, dismantling them for their steel, copper, aluminium and other metals.
• Competitive pricing depends on grade, weight, and cleanliness. Always ask us for current daily rates before you sell.
• Check registration, ask how weighing works, and confirm the current rate to get fair value for your scrap.

Why are scrap yards important?

Our yard is a practical hub for recycling and the local economy. Homeowners, businesses, contractors, and factories all rely on us to manage their metal waste responsibly.

We accept ferrous metals like steel and iron, non-ferrous metals such as copper and aluminium, and specialty metals that would otherwise end up in landfill. We also buy scrap and end-of-life vehicles, recovering the steel, copper, aluminium and other metals for recycling.

The is one of 's industrial heartlands. Industrial areas like generate consistent volumes of heavy melting steel from local engineering workshops, which is a big part of why sits at the centre of the region's scrap trade.

Recycling reduces environmental strain by diverting material from waste sites. We also offer convenient services that make recycling accessible to everyone in the community:

• On-site collection and transport of scrap materials
• Metal valuation at the point of delivery
• Collection of scrap and end-of-life vehicles
• Transparent grading and same-day EFT payment for every load

Operating transparently and complying with the rules is what sets a trustworthy yard apart. We hold to high standards, weigh honestly, and explain the grade and rate before we pay, which builds trust.

What are the benefits of using scrap yards?

We give you competitive pricing for all scrap metals and end-of-life vehicles. You get a fair, transparent payout when you sell your metal and scrap cars to us.

How do scrap yards offer competitive pricing for scrap metals?

We price metals on grade, weight, and cleanliness to give you fair market value, checking these factors carefully before making an offer.

Our sorting expertise means contractors, factories, and recycling businesses get fair rates for their materials. Weighbridge transparency is central to fair pricing: we weigh every load on a verified weighbridge and provide a ticket showing the exact weight and grade assessment for your load. Always ask for your ticket and watch the weighing process to verify accuracy.

Scrap prices move daily, so check our current scrap metal prices before you come. Daily rates are heavily influenced by global markets such as the London Metal Exchange and by rand exchange-rate movements, so the rate on a Tuesday can differ noticeably from the rate on a Friday.

Preparing your materials properly before you sell significantly affects your returns. With copper, for example, unstripped insulated wire is graded well below clean, stripped bare copper — which sits in our higher copper range of R105 to R177/kg, confirmed by graded weight on our weighbridge. Removing insulation, paint, and contaminants before you arrive is one of the simplest ways to boost your earnings.

Availability of diverse materials, especially non-ferrous metals, helps us stay competitive, and strong customer service builds the trust that leads to better dealing for everyone.

What happens to the scrap vehicles you buy?

We buy scrap and end-of-life vehicles and dismantle them for their metal — we do not resell used parts. Once a vehicle is weighed and graded, we separate the ferrous from the non-ferrous metal so each is paid at its correct rate.

What we recover from a scrap vehicle:

• Steel and cast iron from the body, chassis and engine block
• Copper from the wiring loom, starter and alternator
• Aluminium from the radiator, wheels and engine components
• Brass and lead from fittings and the battery
• The catalytic converter, quoted separately on its precious-metal content

Before you sell a vehicle for scrap, make sure the ownership paperwork is in order and lodge a Notification of Change of Ownership so the car is recorded as scrapped.

How do scrap yards practise eco-friendly recycling?

We process and sort metals with care for the environment, handling both non-ferrous and ferrous materials to reduce landfill waste.

Our staff sort metals into categories to ensure proper recycling and compliance with the rules. Competitive pricing encourages more people to recycle instead of discarding items, and convenient collection and drop-off make it easy for homeowners, businesses, contractors, and factories to take part.

Transparency and fair dealing are the foundation of how we operate and surrounding areas like. Whether you are clearing metal waste or an end-of-life vehicle, we offer practical solutions that benefit both your pocket and the planet.

What collection and drop-off services do scrap yards provide?

We bring scrap collection to you or accept your materials at our yard.

1. Collection services transport your scrap directly from your location to our yard, saving you time and effort.
2. Drop-off facilities let you bring materials straight to our yard during business hours for immediate valuation.
3. Metal valuation ensures you receive fair pricing before we accept your materials, so you know your payment upfront.
4. Fair pricing reflects current market rates for your metals at any given time.
5. Flexible scheduling accommodates your availability for collection or drop-off. Contact us to arrange a convenient time.
6. Compliance means we follow environmental and Second-Hand Goods Act standards throughout, so your materials are handled safely and legally.

Types of scrap metals accepted at our yard

We accept many different types of metal. You can sell your scrap metal to us — ferrous, non-ferrous, and specialty metals alike.

What ferrous metals do we accept?

We accept a wide range of ferrous metals, with prices changing daily on market rates and demand. Ferrous metals contain iron, so a magnet sticks to them — a simple test that helps you sort before you arrive.

Common ferrous metals accepted:

• Iron scrap, including old gates, pipes, machinery parts, and structural beams
• Steel components such as vehicle frames, offcuts, and industrial equipment
• Cast iron pieces including old radiators, engine blocks, and cookware
• Mild steel products like car bodies, structural steel, and building materials

Higher-value ferrous options worth separating:

• Stainless steel items, which fetch premium rates compared to regular steel. Separate these to maximise your earnings.
• Galvanised steel, which requires separate handling.

Weight determines your final payment, as we calculate per kilogram or tonne, and cleanliness matters just as much. Indicatively, scrap steel runs R1.20 to R4.00/kg and scrap iron R1.20 to R3.50/kg, confirmed on our weighbridge. Remove oil, paint, and other contaminants before you visit.

Which non-ferrous metals do we accept?

We accept a wide range of non-ferrous metals that hold significant value.

1. Copper wire and piping arrive regularly from construction sites and old vehicles. This is among the most valuable non-ferrous metals — indicatively R105 to R177/kg for clean copper, with unstripped household cable graded lower. Stripping your wires before you arrive can dramatically increase your payout.
2. Aluminium components come from car parts, spares, and industrial equipment — indicatively R5 to R45/kg.
3. Brass fittings and decorative items contain copper and zinc, making them valuable to recycle — indicatively R25 to R75/kg.
4. Stainless steel pieces from kitchen equipment, vehicles, and machinery — indicatively R5 to R32/kg. Keep separate from other steel.
5. Lead and lead-acid batteries from old vehicles and equipment — lead indicatively R9 to R24/kg and batteries R8 to R15/kg. We handle lead safely under strict environmental rules.
6. Electronic waste contains valuable non-ferrous metals in circuit boards and components — indicatively R1.50 to R90/kg depending on type.

All figures are indicative and confirmed by graded weight on our weighbridge.

What specialty metals can you sell at scrap yards?

We accept specialty metals that fetch good money alongside standard scrap. The most common specialty material we handle is tungsten and carbide from tooling and cutting equipment, indicatively R120 to R270/kg.

We also pay strong rates for clean non-ferrous alloys:

• Copper compounds from electrical wiring, transformers, and motor components — we pay top rates for clean copper without insulation.
• Aluminium alloys from vehicle parts, engine blocks, and construction waste.
• Brass and bronze items including fittings, valves, and decorative components.
• Lead alloys from batteries and shielding materials, which require proper handling.

If you have a specialty alloy you are unsure about, contact us and we will confirm whether we accept it and quote a fair rate.

Why choose our scrap yard?

Our yard gives sellers one accountable place to sort, weigh, and sell scrap metal. We accept ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, specialty alloys, and scrap or end-of-life vehicles, with pricing based on grade, weight, cleanliness, and current market demand.

What services do we offer?

We help homeowners, contractors, factories, and recycling businesses turn unwanted metal into a fair payout.

• Scrap metal buying for ferrous and non-ferrous loads
• Collection options for worthwhile volumes
• Transparent weighing and grade assessment on a verified weighbridge
• Scrap and end-of-life vehicles bought and dismantled for their metal
• Responsible recycling of metal, batteries, and e-waste

What do you do with the vehicles you buy?

We dismantle scrap and end-of-life vehicles and grade the metal — steel and cast iron from the body and engine, copper from the wiring and radiator, aluminium and other non-ferrous parts — so each is paid at its correct scrap rate. We do not resell used parts.

Why choose our local team?

We keep the process practical: confirm what you have, prepare the load, bring your ID or passport and proof of address, then weigh on our registered weighbridge. Our team explains the grade and rate before payment so you understand how the final figure was reached, paid by same-day EFT.

How to choose a reliable scrap yard

Choosing the right scrap yard means checking reviews and verifying proper registration, then comparing pricing and services to secure the best deal.

Why check customer reviews before selecting a scrap yard?

Reviews offer insight into the reliability and quality of a yard's service. Previous customers share their experience with pricing, efficiency, and metal sorting, and you gain first-hand accounts of how yards handle ferrous, non-ferrous, and specialty metals.

Negative reviews are useful too: they highlight common issues to avoid, such as poor service or unfair pricing. Checking what past customers say helps you validate a yard's credentials before you hand over materials.

How to verify registration and compliance of scrap yards?

Scrap yards must be properly registered to operate legally. Verify this before you sell.

In strict accordance with the Second-Hand Goods Act (Act 6 of 2009), all scrap yards are legally required to record a valid ID or passport and proof of residential address for every metal transaction. If a yard does not ask for these documents, that is a serious warning sign.

Steps to verify a scrap yard before you sell:

1. Ask staff to see their current SAPS registration and operating documents.
2. Confirm the yard follows environmental and safety standards for handling ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
3. Check that the yard keeps transparent transaction records and proper documentation.
4. Confirm the yard operates openly and can explain its grading and weighing process.

A yard that ticks these boxes is worth your business.

How to compare pricing and services effectively?

Once you confirm a yard is properly registered, assess its pricing and services.

Gather details about your scrap before contacting yards — metal types, quantities, and condition — so they can offer accurate pricing and collection options.

Conclusion

We serve by turning unwanted metal into useful material and fair payouts. Whether you run a factory, manage a construction site, or clear a home, our yard accepts ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals, and selected specialty materials for responsible recycling.

Check your material type, prepare it as cleanly as possible, bring the required ID and proof of address, and ask us for today's rate before you sell. Start with a look around our yard or request a quote when you are ready.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I sell scrap metal?

You can sell directly to our yard. Contact us first with the metal type, rough weight, and photos so we can guide you on preparation, collection, and current rates.

Do you buy scrap cars and vehicles?

Yes. We buy scrap and end-of-life vehicles and dismantle them for their metal — steel, copper, aluminium and more. Tell us the vehicle and its condition for a weight-based quote; the ownership paperwork must be in order.

How do I get the best price at a scrap yard?

Sort metals by type, remove obvious contamination, bring your ID and proof of address, and check the current rate before you arrive. Clean, separated non-ferrous metals usually earn the strongest payout.

How can I stay updated on scrap metal prices?

Contact us directly or check our current scrap metal prices before you sell. Prices move with grade, weight, market demand, and the rand exchange rate.