NEW ORLEANS’ TRUSTED METAL RECYCLER SINCE 1992
Decades of Expertise
Proudly serving New Orleans and beyond since 1992, providing trusted and reliable metal recycling services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
Mutually Beneficial Recycling
Offering competitive monetary incentives for recycling, creating sustainable and rewarding solutions for individuals, businesses, and industries.
Commitment to Sustainability
Dedicated to reducing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices by transforming scrap metal into reusable resources, supporting a greener future for the community.
Recycling Metal, Rewarding Communities
About Our Company
At Uptown Recycling, we have proudly served New Orleans and neighboring communities since 1992, offering reliable metal recycling services to individuals, businesses, and industries. We are committed to making metal recycling safe, convenient, and profitable, empowering our community to recycle more while providing competitive pricing. With a focus on sustainability, we convert scrap into valuable resources, ensuring every customer, regardless of project size, is valued.
Uptown Recycling offers a full range of services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, businesses, and industries. Whether you have small quantities of scrap metal or large-scale industrial waste, we ensure all materials are efficiently sorted, processed, and recycled. Our dedicated team handles each project with care, offering environmentally responsible solutions while maximizing the value of your recyclable materials.
Efficient Recycling for Local, Commercial, and Industrial needs.
Uptown Recycling offers a full range of services tailored to meet the needs of individuals, businesses, and industries. We ensure that your scrap materials are properly sorted, processed, and recycled into valuable resources.
Customized solutions for small and large businesses to manage and reduce waste.
Customized solutions for small and large businesses to manage and reduce waste.
Customized solutions for small and large businesses to manage and reduce waste.
What We Accept
Appliances
Electrical, Plumbing, AC's, Rims
Ferrous metal
Iron, Steel
Non-ferrous metal
Aluminium, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Lead, Nickel Alloys, Stainless Steel, Tin, Titanium, Zinc
FAQs
What materials do you accept for recycling?
Please visit our page to see what materials we do and do not accept here.
Do I need a business license to sell scrap metal?
In Louisiana, individuals do not need a business license to recycle their personal metal waste with a licensed recycling facility. However, there are specific legal requirements and restrictions for both individuals and recycling businesses, especially concerning certain types of metals.
When You Do Not Need a Business License
If you’re an individual bringing personal scrap metal (e.g., old appliances, household items, or non-regulated metals) to a licensed recycler, you are not required to obtain a business license. However, you will need to:
- Present a valid, government-issued photo ID.
- Sign a statement affirming ownership of the materials.
- Provide a thumbprint or allow a photograph to be taken, depending on the recycler’s procedures.
- Accept payment via check or loadable payment card, as cash payments are restricted for certain materials.
When a Business License Is Required
If you’re selling regulated materials such as copper, aluminum/copper radiators, or other specified items, Louisiana law imposes stricter regulations:
- Cash payments are prohibited for these materials unless you have a valid business license, and the materials are a byproduct of your business operations.
- Without a business license, recyclers are required to:
- Issue payment via check, mailed to the address on your ID.
- Implement a mandatory 5-day holding period before the payment is processed.