Scrap metal yards in Chatham
2 yards in Chatham that buy scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.
All 2 yards
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Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage)
Check hoursTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Steel and iron, Cast iron, Lead, Car batteries, Catalytic converters, Appliances, E-waste, Radiators -
A. Gold & SonsNot verified
Hours not confirmedTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Steel and iron, Lead
Scrap prices in Chatham this week
Ontario estimates from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026. All grades and how we calculate them.
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Hours
| Yard | Hours | Pays by |
|---|---|---|
| Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) | Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30 | cash |
| A. Gold & Sons | Call ahead to confirm | Not stated |
Who takes what
| Material | Yards that list it |
|---|---|
| Copper | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Brass | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Aluminum | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Stainless steel | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Steel and iron | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Cast iron | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
| Lead | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage), A. Gold & Sons |
| Car batteries | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
| Catalytic converters | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
| Appliances | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
| E-waste | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
| Radiators | Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) |
From each yard's own website. A yard not listed for a material may still take it; ask.
Before you go
- Bring government photo ID. Yards must record who they buy from.
- Sort by metal and strip steel from brass, copper and aluminum.
- Drain oil and fuel from motors, mowers and compressors.
- Ask whether steel is paid per pound, per 100 lb or per tonne.
Questions people ask
Where can I sell scrap metal in Chatham?
2 scrap yards in our Chatham list buy from the public: Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage) (6584 Middle Line); A. Gold & Sons (7659 Queens Line).
What is the scrap copper price in Chatham right now?
Ontario yards are paying about $7.76/lb for #1 copper and $7.39/lb for #2 copper (our estimate from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026). Each yard sets its own rate, so call before you drive.
How much is scrap aluminum worth in Chatham?
Clean aluminum extrusion is worth about $1.65/lb, siding and sheet about $1.20/lb, and cans about $0.87/lb at a typical Ontario yard.
What are the scrap yard hours in Chatham?
Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage): Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30; A. Gold & Sons: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.
Do I need ID to sell scrap in Chatham?
Yes. Ontario yards record government photo ID for every sale, and many also photograph the load and record your licence plate. Bring a driver's licence or passport. Minors generally can't sell.
Nearby
Sources
- Chatham-Kent Recycling (BK Salvage): yard website
- A. Gold & Sons: yard website
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