Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Kingston

4 yards in Kingston that buy scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.

All 4 yards

Scrap prices in Kingston this week

Bare bright copper$8.03/lb#1 copper$7.76/lb+$0.01 this week#2 copper$7.39/lb+$0.01 this weekInsulated copper wire (light, Romex, cords)$3.32/lbYellow brass$5.13/lbAluminum extrusion$1.65/lbAluminum cans$0.87/lbStainless steel 304$0.65/lbCar batteries$0.34/lbLight iron / shred$280/tonne

Ontario estimates from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026. All grades and how we calculate them.

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Hours

YardHoursPays by
ANS Scrap Metals & DemolitionMon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12Not stated
Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.Mon-Fri 7:30-5; Sat 8-12cash
Byer MetalsCall ahead to confirmNot stated
Mulrooney Metal Recyclers LimitedCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
BrassANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
AluminumANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Stainless steelANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Steel and ironANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Cast ironANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
LeadANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Insulated wireKimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Car batteriesANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Catalytic convertersKimco Steel Sales Ltd.
Whole vehiclesANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.
E-wasteANS Scrap Metals & Demolition, Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.

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 Kingston?

4 scrap yards in our Kingston list buy from the public: ANS Scrap Metals & Demolition (1158 McAdoos Lane); Kimco Steel Sales Ltd. (1325 John Counter Blvd); Byer Metals (1178 McAdoo's Lane); Mulrooney Metal Recyclers Limited (1280 McAdoo's Lane).

What is the scrap copper price in Kingston 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 Kingston?

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 Kingston?

ANS Scrap Metals & Demolition: Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12; Kimco Steel Sales Ltd.: Mon-Fri 7:30-5; Sat 8-12; Byer Metals: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Mulrooney Metal Recyclers Limited: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Kingston?

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.

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