Scrap metal prices
we accurately weigh your scrap metal and provide competitive prices for your material
Metal prices fluctuate according to worldwide markets and this is reflected in the prices we pay. To ensure that you maximise the profit from your scrap metal, we offer competitive prices that are up to date and in line with the best available rates.
FOR SCRAP METAL PRICE ESTIMATES
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Scrap metal prices change on a daily basis.
Give us a call for the latest price per kilo.
02392 755900
How Much Will You Get Per KG of Scrap Metal?
The price of scrap metal will depend on a variety of factors, such as the type of scrap metal you are selling, the weight and the current market prices. Give us a call to find out our most up-to-date price per kilo for the metal(s) you wish to sell. When selling scrap metal to us, this conversion will help you work out the price of scrap metal per kg.
1 tonne = 1000kg
If you are working with weights below tonnes, give H&S Metals a call to get price estimates per kg for your scrap metal.
How can you get the best scrap metal prices?
The daily fluctuations in scrap metal prices are determined by manufacturers' demands and the availability of stock. The scrap metal price increases if a manufacturer requires more of a certain commodity.
we collect:
We purchase all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. We offer a collection service alongside our drop-off facilities. We currently cannot provide vehicle scrapping as a service.
We weigh:
Your scrap metal will be weighed on our electronic weighbridge and we will provide you with a printed receipt detailing the weight of your metal and the current rate.
We pay:
We currently offer payment by cheque, BACS and same day transfers.
Scrap metal grading and its effect on prices
Metals have different classifications that make them a higher or lower grade, this will affect the price you receive for your scrap metal.
Grade 1
The metal has no associated alloys within the material. There should be no corrosion associated with the scrap metal and it should be of a certain size and diameter.
Grade 2
Metals are generally made from alloy with the primary metal being the metal you want to scrap. i.e. Grade 2 copper is generally 99% pure, while Grade 1 copper is 100% pure.
Metals must be clean of any foreign contamination to reach the highest level grading (getting the best scrap metal price).
How to get current scrap metal prices?
The London Metal Exchange (LME) gives an indication of metal prices in dollars for the day as well as historical data. We would always recommend calling your local scrap yard for the daily prices.
When will scrap metal prices go up?
Scrap metal prices in the UK are affected by many external markets. Exports of cheaper Chinese steel have historically been blamed for pushing down the UK scrap prices. The Turkish TSI index is a key benchmark of global trade and although in recent years there have been increases it’s not where it was back in 2007-2008.
