Pennsylvania Scrap Metal Prices - USA

The scrap metal industry can seem a bit difficult to get into if you have no experience. We have worked with people for over a decade, helping them get the knowledge they need to get to where they need to be for their purpose. Everyone wants to know methods for sourcing material and how to get the best scrap metal prices, but few ask about the laws and regulations that govern the buying and selling of scrap metal. This is one of the most important things to understand when visiting a scrap yard, especially in the US where the laws vary drastically between states. The states that have stricter laws generally have the most problems with the purchase and sales of scrap metal.

Pennsylvania has strict laws depending on the material that you are selling. We have studied the laws that control how scrap metal is bought and sold in Pennsylvania and summarized the main things that you should know. Firstly, it is important that you are aware that the scrap yard is required to keep a record of the transaction. First you will be required to should your ID, which will be copied and kept on record. Obviously do not forget to bring it along, otherwise you will be going home with your material. Next the scrap yard will keep a video of the surveillance of the material being sold and they will also take note of the type and license plate number of your vehicle. Unique to Pennsylvania is that if you sell copper wire or cables, you must be able to prove where it came from and that you have the right to sell it.

Now that you have the basics down, let's have a look at some of our favorite scrap yards in Pennsylvania. In Pennsylvania's largest city, Philadelphia, our research found that the best scrap yards are: Nicholas Scrap metal and Orthodox Auto Company. If you need help find scrap yards in other areas of Pennsylvania contact us.