Maryland Scrap Metal Prices - USA

When looking back at all the people we have helped in their journey to make money (or a career) from scrap metal it is interesting that almost all of them overlook one of the most important aspects, which is the laws that govern the buying and selling of scrap metal in you region. Everyone asks about sourcing material and getting the best prices but we hardly get asked about the laws. Each state in the US has its own unique laws and it is important the process for the buying and selling of scrap metal before you head to the scrap yard for the first time.

Maryland has fairly typical laws for the US. We have been the legislature to summarize everything important you need to be aware of before heading to the scrap yard. Firstly, be aware that the scrap yards are required to keep records of every transaction. These records must be reported to law enforcement within 24 hours of the transaction. What will these records contain? Most importantly, a copy of your driving license. Do not turn up to the scrap yard without a driving License. No scrap yard in Maryland will buy anything from you without it. The scrap yard will also include details of the transaction including a description of the material, a description of your car and your license plate. Law enforcement also have the power to tag and hold any material for two weeks while they conduct their investigation.

Now that you have a good idea of what you need to know before visiting a scrap yard in Maryland let's take a look at some scrap yards. Starting with the largest city in the state, Baltimore, our research has show that the best scrap yards in Baltimore are: United Iron and Metal East and Mid-Atlantic Metal Inc. for those in a different part of the Maryland get in touch to get advise of the best scrap yards near you.