Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Sarnia

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

All 4 yards

Scrap prices in Sarnia 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
Trijan IndustriesMon-Fri 7:30-4:30; Sat 7:30-12cash
Transco Waste & Recycling CentreMon-Fri 7-5; Sat 8-2 (summer)Not stated
Jewels RecyclingCall ahead to confirmNot stated
Premier RecyclingCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Jewels Recycling, Premier Recycling
BrassTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Jewels Recycling, Premier Recycling
AluminumTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Jewels Recycling, Premier Recycling
Stainless steelJewels Recycling
Steel and ironTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Premier Recycling
Cast ironPremier Recycling
Insulated wireTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Jewels Recycling, Premier Recycling
Car batteriesTransco Waste & Recycling Centre, Jewels Recycling
E-wasteTrijan Industries, Transco Waste & Recycling Centre, Premier Recycling

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 Sarnia?

4 scrap yards in our Sarnia list buy from the public: Trijan Industries (1279 Plank Rd); Transco Waste & Recycling Centre (387 McGregor Side Rd); Jewels Recycling (165 Indian Road South, Unit 3); Premier Recycling (325 Gladwish Drive).

What is the scrap copper price in Sarnia 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 Sarnia?

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 Sarnia?

Trijan Industries: Mon-Fri 7:30-4:30; Sat 7:30-12; Transco Waste & Recycling Centre: Mon-Fri 7-5; Sat 8-2 (summer); Jewels Recycling: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Premier Recycling: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Sarnia?

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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