The Hidden Gold in Your Garage: How to Spot Valuable Scrap Metal

Hidden in the clutter of your garage is an opportunity to uncover valuable scrap metal. From old appliances to leftover construction materials, many items in your garage contain metals that can be turned into cash.

In this blog, we’ll help you identify common scrap metal items in your garage and show you how to recycle them with Inland Steel Products for cash.

Common Scrap Metal Items Found in Your Garage

By sorting through and decluttering your garage, you can gather a surprising amount of recyclable scrap metal. Here are some common items to keep an eye out for:

Old Tools and Equipment – Broken tools like wrenches, hammers, and drills often contain recyclable steel or aluminum. Even worn-out gardening tools or broken shelving can hold value.
Appliances and Tools – Small appliances like old microwaves, toasters, and power tools are rich in metals such as copper, steel, and aluminum.
Automotive Scrap – Items like old car parts, brake rotors, and batteries.
Leftover Construction Materials – Pieces of rebar, pipes, or aluminum siding left over from past projects.
Bikes and Sports Equipment – Broken bikes and other sporting equipment made of steel or aluminum

How to Prepare Your Scrap Metal for Recycling

Before recycling your scrap metal, taking a few simple steps to prepare your scrap metal can save you time and maximize your earnings. Here’s how:

Separate Metals by Type – Group similar metals together, such as aluminum, copper, and steel. Sorting your scrap ahead of time ensures a smoother process at the recycling facility and can help you get a better price for high-value materials like copper.
Remove Non-Metal Attachments – Clean your scrap by removing non-metal materials like rubber, plastic, or glass.
Check for Hazardous Materials – Many recycling facilities don’t accept certain items as they are a risk to public safety and employees. Click here to find a full list of prohibited items at Inland Steel Products.
Consolidate Your Load – Bring multiple scrap items in one trip to maximize the convenience and value of your visit. Whether it’s a collection of tools, appliances, or old construction materials, bundling everything together saves time and effort.

These quick preparation tips not only make the recycling process smoother but also help you get the most out of your garage scrap metal.

Why Choose Inland Steel Products for Your Scrap Metal Recycling

Inland Steel Products is your trusted partner for turning garage scrap into cash. With over 55 years of experience in the metal recycling industry, we make the process simple, efficient, and rewarding. Here’s why customers across the Prairies rely on Inland Steel Products:

Convenient Locations Across Western Canada – With facilities in Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, Lloydminster, Bonnyville, and Calgary, recycling your scrap metal has never been easier. Drop off your materials at a location near you and enjoy quick, hassle-free service.
Drive-In Drop-Off and On-the-Spot Payment – Simply drive onto our weigh scales, unload your scrap metal, and get paid instantly – choose between cash or cheque.
Competitive Pricing – Get paid what your scrap metal is worth. Inland Steel Products offers transparent, competitive rates for all types of scrap metal.
Friendly and Knowledgeable Staff – Whether you’re a first-time recycler or a regular customer, our team is here to help. From answering questions to ensuring a smooth recycling process, we’re committed to providing exceptional service.
A Wide Range of Accepted Materials – Inland Steel Products accepts everything from old tools and appliances to insulated wire and leftover construction materials. If it’s metal, we pay cash for that!

RECYCLE YOUR SCRAP METAL FOR CASH

If you have scrap metal you’d like to recycle for cash contact our team today! We are open Monday to Friday and have six locations across Western Canada with convenient drive-in and drop-off facilities.