We buy scrap metal across the American West, process it at scale, and supply our recycled metals to manufacturers worldwide.
For homeowners, contractors, tradespeople, and anyone looking to turn metal into money.
Custom recycling solutions for manufacturers and commercial accounts with high-volumes.
Ferrous, non-ferrous, and electronic materials shipped worldwide.
Why choose us
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Better prices & fast payments
We own our industrial shredders, control logistics, and handle processing in-house—cutting costs and maximizing payouts. Our financial strength allows us to pay top prices, often on the spot or the same day.
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Superior logistics
With our own transportation fleet, container bins, rail access, and global shipping, we ensure metals move efficiently and pricing stays competitive—locally and internationally.
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Service & true integrity
We believe in making fair, honest deals and delivering with excellence. You can count on our word, trust in our transparent practices, and rely on us to honor every agreement—no matter how the market moves.
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Trusted responsibility
We meet or exceed environment, health and safety (EHS) standards and regulations. Our responsible management practices provide customers with a license to operate, protecting their reputations and our own.
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Quality products
With ISO-backed quality and competitively priced products, we’re one of the most sought-after dealers and partners for smelters and foundries worldwide.
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Access to leaders
Customers rarely get direct access to the CEO and top officers at competitor firms. They do at Metro Metals. We have an open-door policy, and customers choose us - and stay with us - for this reason.
Sustainability and circularity
Since our start in 1991, Metro Metals has played an essential role in turning “waste” from metals into a new resource instead of being sent to a landfill. Our business powers the circular economy, preserving natural resources and reducing the need to mine new metals.
The investments we’ve made, and are still making, in our infrastructure, keeps us on the cutting edge of recycling technology as well as compliant with federal and state guidelines. We’re proud to meet or exceed environment, health and safety (EHS) standards and regulations. Our reputation for integrity and responsibility stands apart in the industry.
Comprehensive metal recycling services
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Industrial Solutions
Custom recycling solutions for manufacturers, demolition companies, and commercial accounts. We enable businesses to recover more value from scrap metal with unbeatable service, industrial-scale logistics, and reliable returns.
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Sell Scrap
We buy metal from homeowners, contractors, tradespeople, and the general public. From wire and aluminum to appliances and renovation scrap, we make it easy to turn metal into money.
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Electronics Recycling
From servers and circuit boards to electronic equipment, we recover the metal inside through secure, responsible recycling at our certified Vancouver facility. We currently only buy from licensed businesses, not the public.
Find your Metro Metals location
Our HQ is in Portland, Oregon with other convenient locations in Vancouver and Tacoma in Washington State as well as extensive Colorado presence in North Denver, Englewood, and Brighton. We operate near major transportation hubs, ship worldwide, and stay open to the public most days of the year.
Join the team
From transportation to operations in the “yard,” we’re regularly recruiting for jobs at all levels. People choose to work at Metro Metals for the competitive pay, advancement opportunities, and chance to work with cutting-edge technology in scrap metal recovery and recycling. All while making our communities more circular and sustainable.