Scrap metal yards in Peterborough
3 yards in Peterborough that buy scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.
All 3 yards
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Nurse Scrap Metal Inc.
Check hoursTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Steel and iron, Car batteries, Appliances, Whole vehicles, E-waste -
Triple M Metal - Peterborough (formerly Peterborough Iron & Metal)
Check hoursTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Steel and iron, Cast iron, Lead, Car batteries, Appliances, Whole vehicles, E-waste -
AIM Recycling PeterboroughNot verified
Hours not confirmedTakes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Steel and iron, Car batteries, Catalytic converters, Appliances, Whole vehicles, E-waste
Scrap prices in Peterborough 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Scrap Metal Inc. | Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12 | Not stated |
| Triple M Metal - Peterborough (formerly Peterborough Iron & Metal) | Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12 | cash |
| AIM Recycling Peterborough | Call ahead to confirm | Not stated |
Who takes what
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 Peterborough?
3 scrap yards in our Peterborough list buy from the public: Nurse Scrap Metal Inc. (700 Erskine Avenue); Triple M Metal - Peterborough (formerly Peterborough Iron & Metal) (740 Erskine Ave); AIM Recycling Peterborough (1726 Morton Line).
What is the scrap copper price in Peterborough 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 Peterborough?
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 Peterborough?
Nurse Scrap Metal Inc.: Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12; Triple M Metal - Peterborough (formerly Peterborough Iron & Metal): Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-12; AIM Recycling Peterborough: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.
Do I need ID to sell scrap in Peterborough?
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
- Nurse Scrap Metal Inc.: yard website
- Triple M Metal - Peterborough (formerly Peterborough Iron & Metal): yard website
- AIM Recycling Peterborough: yard website
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