Scrap Metal Guides
From grading copper to understanding how yards work — practical advice so you get the most for your metal.
Jul 2024
Selling Catalytic Converters in Canada: Prices, ID, and What to Know
Catalytic converters contain platinum, palladium, and rhodium — and are among the most valuable scrap items. They're also among the most regulated.
Aug 2024
Scrapping Steel and Iron in Canada: What You Need to Know
Steel and iron are the lowest-priced scrap metals, but they're always in demand. Here's how to get the best return on ferrous metal.
Sep 2024
Brass, Bronze, and Copper: Know the Difference at the Scrap Yard
These three metals look similar but pay very different prices. Knowing which is which puts more money in your pocket.
Oct 2024
Scrap Aluminium Grades Explained: Canada Price Guide
Not all aluminium pays the same. Extruded, cast, cans, and rims all have different values. Here's how to tell them apart.
Oct 2024
How Canadian Scrap Yards Work: A First Timer's Guide
Never been to a scrap yard before? Here's exactly what to expect from the moment you drive in.
Nov 2024
Canadian Scrap Copper Grading Guide
Copper grades directly affect your payout. Learn the difference between bare bright, No.1, No.2, and insulated wire.
Dec 2024
How to Get the Best Price for Scrap Metal in Canada
Sorting, cleaning, and knowing your grades — these are the three things that make the biggest difference to your payout.
Dec 2024
Scrapping Metal in Winter: A Canadian Guide
Cold weather affects scrap yard operations, metal condition, and what you can earn. Here's what to know before a winter run.