Accepted Metals & Prohibited Materials
Accepted Metals & Prohibited Materials
✅ Common Household and Commercial Metals
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Aluminum (including cans and scrap)
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Steel and tin (including food cans)
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Copper and copper wire
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Brass
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Bronze
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Zinc
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Nickel and nickel alloys
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Stainless steel
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Cast iron
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Iron and other ferrous metals
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File cabinets
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Metal chairs and furniture
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E-waste – electronics
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Christmas lights and metal decorations
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Fence materials
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Other construction metals
Industrial and Utility-Grade Metals
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HVAC units (with proper refrigerant removal)
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Electrical wiring
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Plumbing fixtures (pipes, valves)
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Metal siding and framing
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Appliances (all appliances should be listed)
Auto Parts, Machinery (With Proper Documentation), and Other Industrial Materials
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Auto parts (engines, transmissions, etc.)
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Agricultural and industrial equipment
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Boats (with proof of ownership)
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Containers (with proof of ownership)
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Railroad tracks
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Other industrial materials
❌ Prohibited or Restricted Materials
These items are either banned, restricted, or require special documentation due to safety, ownership, or public infrastructure concerns:
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Caskets or Urns: Not accepted unless clearly decommissioned and accompanied by proof of legal ownership
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Storm Drains & Manhole Covers: Considered public property—recycling without authorization is illegal
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Historical Plaques & Memorials: Often stolen or protected by preservation laws
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Municipal or Utility Property: Items like water meters, street signs, guardrails, and utility wiring require documented proof of ownership
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Stolen Materials: Any suspected stolen metals must be reported and are illegal to possess or recycle
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Tires: Not classified as recyclable metal; require separate disposal methods
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Automobiles (Without Title): Must show ownership and VIN verification
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Lead-acid Batteries & Hazardous Waste: Requires special handling or are banned from general scrap yards
Non-Metal Materials (Not Accepted at Scrap Metal Recycling Centers)
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Paper
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Plastic
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Glass