How to Recycle Aluminum in the Prairies and Get Paid

Aluminum is one of the most valuable (and recyclable) metals around. From old patio chairs to leftover siding, it’s often hiding in plain sight around your home or job site.

And the best part? You can get paid for recycling it.

At Inland Steel Products, we’ve been helping people across the Prairies turn aluminum into cash for over 55 years. Here’s how to spot common types of aluminum, get them ready for recycling, and make sure you’re getting top dollar for your scrap.

Where to Find Aluminum Scrap

Aluminum is everywhere, and it adds up fast. If you’re doing a cleanup, renovation, or just clearing out the garage, here’s where to start looking:

Around the House

Old pots and pans
Patio furniture like chairs and tables
Window and door frames
Curtain rods, picture frames, and shelving

Renovation or Construction Leftovers

Siding, soffit, fascia, and flashing
Gutters, downspouts, and trim pieces
Scrap from window or door replacements

Vehicles & Equipment

Aluminum rims, engine parts, and radiators
Tools, brackets, and lightweight machinery parts

From construction leftovers to old kitchenware, aluminum shows up everywhere. Once you start looking, you’ll find more than you expected, and it all adds up.

How to Prepare Your Aluminum Scrap

A few simple steps can help you get the best payout for your aluminum:

Remove Non-Metal Attachments
Cut off or unscrew anything that isn’t aluminum – like plastic handles, rubber grips, or steel bolts. Clean, uncoated aluminum gets a better rate than mixed or dirty materials.
Sort by Type
Not all aluminum is created equal. Separate clean aluminum sheets, cast aluminum, and extruded aluminum if you can. If you’re unsure what’s what, our team can help.
Cut Down Large Items
If it’s safe to do so, cutting oversized items (like long siding or large panels) into more manageable pieces makes transport easier, and can speed things up when you arrive at the yard.
Don’t Mix With Other Metals
Keep aluminum separate from steel, copper, or other scrap. Mixed loads can lead to lower prices and longer sorting times.

Why Aluminum Recycling Matters

Recycling aluminum uses up to 95% less energy than producing new aluminum from raw materials. That means fewer emissions, less mining, and a much smaller environmental footprint.

And with about 75% of all aluminum ever produced still in use today, recycling plays a major role in keeping this valuable material in circulation.

Convenient Aluminum Recycling Across the Prairies

Whether you’re clearing out old patio furniture or wrapping up a renovation, Inland Steel Products makes recycling your aluminum simple and profitable.

Drive-In and Drop-Off – Bring your aluminum scrap to any of our eight locations. Our team will weigh your material and pay you on the spot—no delays, no guesswork.
Bin Services for Bigger Jobs – Tackling a large cleanup or construction project? Our roll-off and lugger bins make collecting and moving aluminum easy. We’ll drop off the right bin, pick it up when you’re done, and pay you for the scrap.

With state-of-the-art facilities across Saskatoon, Regina, Swift Current, Lloydminster, Bonnyville, Calgary, Edmonton, and Medicine Hat, recycling aluminum has never been more accessible. Our experienced team is here to help you get the best value, and leave with cash in hand.

A Trusted Name in Prairie Recycling Since 1967

For over 55 years, Inland Steel Products has helped homeowners, contractors, and businesses turn aluminum and other scrap metal into cash. With over 120 acres of advanced processing facilities and a deep commitment to service, we’ve become the go-to recycling partner across Alberta and Saskatchewan.

We keep things simple, fair, and rewarding:

Competitive pricing with clear, transparent rates so you know exactly what you’re getting
Instant payment options — cash or cheque, paid on the spot at all locations
Flexible services that fit your project, from quick drop-offs to full-scale bin support
Friendly, knowledgeable staff who make recycling easy and help you get the most value

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 eight locations across Western Canada with convenient drive-in and drop-off facilities.