F.A.Q

Most frequent questions and answers

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Ferrous Metals
  • Mild Steel
  • Heavy Steel
  • Light Steel

Non Ferrous Metals
  • Copper
  • Brass
  • Aluminium
  • Stainless Steel
  • Lead

Other
  • Batteries
  • Insulated Copper Wire
  • Mixed Metals
  • Cardboard Paper

Scrap Metal Prices Per Kilo Scrap Metal Prices

Per Kilo (Kg)
Copper – R25 to R35 per Kilo
Mixed Copper – R20 to R60 per Kilo
Copper Wire – R20 to R65 per Kilo
Stainless Steel – R15 to R35 per Kilo
Mixed Steel – R15 to R30 per Kilo
Aluminium – R7.50 to R20 per Kilo
Aluminium Cans – R1 to R2 per can
Iron – R3 to R5 per Kilo
Cast Iron – R3 to R5 per Kilo
Brass – R15 to R30 per Kilo
Mixed Brass – R30 to R45 per Kilo
Lead – R7.50 to R20 per Kilo
Battery – R15 to R60 per battery

Many common metals — like copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and bronze — are categorized as non-ferrous metals. These metals are very valuable to recycle and are worth more money at the scrap yard.

Typically, items below cannot be recycled via our recycling programs.

  • Plastic bags (these can often be returned to a local grocery store)
  • Ceramic dishes, cups and glassware
  • Juice boxes/juice pouches
  • Foam cups or packing materials
  • Windows, mirrors, sheet glass

“Bulky” and large-item pickups are available to certain customers. Terms, fees and conditions may apply. TC Metals customers can easily schedule bulky pickups but clicking on the SCHEDULE PICKUP button located at menu.

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Schedule Pickup

Schedule a pickup date for your scrap metal waste. We can arrange to come to you at the best convenient date.
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