RECYCLE WITH IOWA METAL RECYCLING
Iowa Metal Recycling is the Cedar Valley's locally owned metal recycling facility — helping to keep our environment clean while providing fair, competitive pricing and customer service that is second-to-none. Iowa Metal Recycling is proud to serve clients of all sizes - from large manufacturing companies to the average person cleaning out the garage. That's why we say we're "Large enough to serve you, Small enough to know you!"
"You guys ROCK!"
- D.K., Cedar Falls
RECEIVING HOURS
Monday - Friday
8am - 3:30pm
"Everything is great! Quick switches, Great service!"
- C.H. Waterloo
WHY IOWA METAL RECYCLING?
Iowa Metal Recycling is a full-service metal recycling facility that purchases ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from large industrial clients as well as walk-in individuals.
We are proud to offer personal customer service, fair, competitive pricing,
and IMMEDIATE payment for all materials.
Customers are welcome Monday through Friday, no appointment needed.
Iowa Metal Recycling offers FREE metal recycling container service in a variety of sizes
to rural, residential, commercial, and industrial accounts in the Cedar Valley.
Container switches are typically completed within 24 hours of request.
Contact us today for top-notch customer service
and to get the highest value for your material!
ACCEPTED MATERIALS
FERROUS
Prepared/Unprepared Steel
Cast Iron
Sheet Iron & Tin
NON-FERROUS
Aluminum
Brass
Copper/Copper Wire
Stainless Steel
MISCELLANEOUS
Non-PCB Ballast
Batteries
Castings
Electric Motors
Farm Equipment
Soft Lead
Radiators
Drained Sealed Units
*Certification may be required when recycling some materials. Inquire at office.
Prohibited:
Acetylene cylinders, Appliances, Asbestos-containing materials, Combustible/Flammable materials, Computer monitors/TVs, Hazardous, Toxic, poisonous materials, Fluids/Liquids (antifreeze, fuel, hydraulic fluid, oil, paint, water), Mercury-containing materials, PCBs, Radioactive materials, Refrigerants, any non-metallic materials (concrete, dirt, debris, tires, wood).
SERVICES
- Commercial Container Service
Provided FREE in the Cedar Valley!
8 Yard Lugger Container - 12' x 6' x 4'
12 Yard Lugger Container - 12' x 6' x 6'
20 Yard Rolloff - 22' x 8' x 4'
30 yard Rolloff - 22' x 8' x 6'
- Full Service Scales
- Selective Demolition Services
- Walk-In Customers Welcome
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
Iowa Metal Recycling is conveniently located across the street from the Evansdale City Hall, between Lafayette and Dubuque Road in Evansdale, Iowa.
DO I NEED TO HAVE MY MATERIALS SORTED BEFORE I COME?
No, materials do not need to be sorted. However, if you prefer to be paid individually for each commodity, we request that materials are separated prior to your arrival. If you are not sure how to separate your materials, our team will be happy to advise you.
WHAT DO I DO WHEN I GET THERE?
When you arrive at our location, check in at our front office. One of our team members will direct you based on the materials you have to recycle.
WHEN WILL I BE PAID FOR MY MATERIAL?
Immediately! We offer what we call the "Weight & Pay" system, meaning our customers, both large and small, are paid immediately upon turning in their materials.
DO YOU HAVE CONTAINERS AVAILABLE FOR BUSINESSES THAT DISPOSE OF RECYCLABLE MATERIAL FREQUENTLY?
Yes! We have several container options available to fit your demands and will switch out your container as needed. And, our container service is FREE in the Cedar Valley - no pickup, delivery, or monthly fees on our containers! Call or email to schedule delivery.
CAN I HAVE A CONTAINER DELIVERED IF I AM NOT WITH A BUSINESS?
Absolutely! Containers can be delivered to anyone in the Cedar Valley that has a large amount of metal to recycle. Some frequent uses include property cleanups, renovations, and scrap metal fundraisers.
WILL I GET PAID FOR THE MATERIAL I PUT IN A CONTAINER?
Yes! Call us to schedule a switch or pickup when your tub is full. We will weigh your tub and send you a check for your material within 24 hours!
Customers required to wear thick-soled shoes and gloves while unloading. Customers are NOT permitted to process material on site.
Iowa Metal Recycling takes material theft seriously. We are part of a nationwide scrap metal theft alert system and monitor our premises with 24-hour video surveillance. All customers will be required to show photo identification at the time of check issuance.