Moving from job to job as a plumber, you don’t want to be carrying around any extra weight, especially when you can get money for your plumbing scrap. Read on to discover the top 3 recyclable scrap metals for plumbers!
Copper
Compared to more modern materials used for plumbing, such as PVC, older homes and buildings can often be filled with copper plumbing systems.
One of the most valuable non-ferrous metals to sell, copper is…
- Always in high-demand – copper is needed for a wide range of applications, e.g. wiring, electronics, construction, and of course plumbing.
- Infinitely recyclable – copper is 100% recyclable and can be recycled endlessly without losing any of its original benefits, e.g. conductivity, durability, malleability, ductility, etc.
- Highly durable – copper can hold up to 95% of its original value, which is a much higher statistic than other metals.
Brass
Also a feature of older homes, brass was often used to make pipes, fittings, faucets and valves as far back as the early 1700s.
Known for its high malleability, strength and corrosion resistance, brass is suited to a wide range of applications, e.g. musical instruments, electrical sockets, door handles, etc. It can also be used again and again for these applications, as with copper, it is 100% infinitely recyclable.
But its benefits don’t stop there!
- Sustainable – recycling brass is less energy-intensive compared to aluminium and steel, yielding a smaller carbon footprint.
- Antimicrobial – some types of brass have antimicrobial properties! This means they can prevent or kill the growth of bacteria on the metal.
- Unique Composition – brass is composed of varying levels of copper and zinc (different levels of these metals impact the colour and strength of the brass) which improves the metal’s corrosion resistance, workability and conductivity.
Steel
A popular material for the manufacture of pipes, steel is strong and durable, as well as able to withstand high pressures and harsh environmental conditions.
But, what makes it so valuable to sell?
- Non-combustible – steel pipes in particular have an excellent fire rating, limiting the spread of flames in the event of a fire.
- Infinitely recyclable – also infinitely recyclable, steel can be recycled over and over without losing its strength and durability.
- Corrosion resistance – if you coat steel pipes with a protective layer of zinc, the metal’s corrosion resistance is even higher!
Plumbing Scrap Metal Prices
Here at Kas Metal Trading, our pricing strategy allows us to offer some of the most competitive scrap metal prices on the market. This is because all of our scrap metal prices are based on the London Metal Exchange (LME) – the world centre for industrial metal trading, pricing, and hedging.
But, what determines scrap metal prices?
- Supply & demand
- Metal type
- Metal grade
- Scrap yard location
- Quantity of scrap metal
- Ferrous vs non-ferrous metal
Our LME-based pricing structure allows us to keep up-to-date with the industry’s best practices, including aligning our prices with the current supply and demand at the point of sale.
However, there are factors we cannot control, such as the amount, grade or quality of the scrap metal you bring to our scrap yard. All of these factors will directly influence the final price you receive.
For an in-depth guide to the LME, please click here.
Scrap Metal Recycling For Plumbers
As experienced scrap metal merchants who have been working in the trade ourselves for over 15 years now, we understand the need for a quick, straightforward and hassle-free scrap metal recycling service.
That’s why, if you bring your scrap metal to us before 4pm, we can guarantee you a same-day payment! Can’t get it to us before 4pm? No problem – we’ll simply pay you the following day.
While our services are suited to the following tradespeople, we welcome all customers to our local scrap yard. As well as recycling scrap metals for plumbers, we can also service:
Recycle Your Plumbing Scrap With Kas
Now you’re clued up on the top 3 recyclable scrap metals for plumbers, if you need to get rid of some weight from job to job, why not visit our local scrap metal buyers to make a profit on your scrap responsibly, rather than throwing it away?
Give us a call, email or visit our local scrap metal yard today. Based in Atherton, we can also service the following areas: Preston, Leigh, Wigan, Tyldesley, Bolton, Worsley, Lancashire, Chorley, Westhoughton and Salford. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to keep up to date with the latest company updates and industry news.
