Top Prices Paid for Scrap Metal in Essex, CT
Local Scrap Metal Recycling
Copper, brass, aluminum, steel and iron, weighed on certified scales and paid at fair market rates. Drop off at our Essex yard or have us bring a container to your Essex job. Call 860-767-2267.
Location
20 Town Dump Road, Essex, CT
Right here in Essex, just off Route 9
Hours
Mon to Fri: 7am to 3:30pm
Saturday: 7am to 11:30am
We Buy
Copper, brass, aluminum, stainless, steel, cast iron & more, paid by certified weight
Call for Pricing
860-767-2267
Free estimates & container service
What We Accept
What Scrap Metal Do We Buy from Essex Customers?
We accept nearly every common metal. Sorting your load by type before you arrive gets you a faster weigh-in and a better price.
Non-Ferrous Metals (Higher Value)
Metals with no iron content. These typically pay the most per pound.
- Copper: bare bright, #1, #2, tubing & insulated wire
- Brass: valves, fittings, fixtures & radiators
- Aluminum: siding, extrusions, sheet, rims & cans
- Stainless steel & mixed alloys
- Lead, zinc & nickel-based alloys
- Aluminum/copper radiators
Ferrous Metals (Steel & Iron)
Iron-based metals, accepted in volume from homes, job sites and industry.
- Cast iron: radiators, boilers, tubs & pipe
- Heavy melt & structural steel
- Light iron & sheet steel
- Appliances & equipment frames
- Unprepared steel (we shear it on site)
- Demolition & construction steel
Our Services
Scrap Metal Services for the Essex Area
Scrap Metal Recycling
Ferrous and non-ferrous recycling for homeowners, contractors and industry, with fair pricing and certified weights.
Commercial Dumpster Rental
Roll-off and load-lugger containers for Essex businesses, facilities and job sites, with scheduled delivery and pickup.
Construction & Demo Debris Removal
Containers and processing for construction and demolition debris, from small remodels to full tear-outs.
Aerospace Industry Recycling
Secure, documented recycling programs for aerospace manufacturers and suppliers with specialty alloys and production scrap.
Services & Equipment
Cranes, loaders, portable shears, trucks and trailers that let us handle any volume of scrap, on our site or yours.
Scrap Metal Pricing
Check where pricing stands on copper, brass, aluminum, steel and more before you load up.
How It Works
From Your Truck to Your Payout in Four Steps
01
Call or Request Pricing
Tell us what you have and roughly how much. We will confirm we accept it and share current pricing.
02
Sort & Bring It In
Separate copper, brass and aluminum from steel. Or schedule a container for bigger jobs.
03
Weigh on Certified Scales
Your metal is graded and weighed accurately so you know exactly what you are paid for.
04
Get Paid
Get paid at fair market rates and your scrap is processed responsibly, not landfilled.
Serving Essex, CT
Local Scrap Metal Recycling for Essex & the Lower Connecticut River Valley
Our 20 Town Dump Road yard is right here in Essex, minutes from Essex Village, Centerbrook and Ivoryton and just off Route 9, so dropping off a load is a quick local trip.
We regularly take in metal from across Essex, including Essex Village, Centerbrook and Ivoryton, along with nearby Deep River, Chester, Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, Haddam and Killingworth.
Essex’s historic homes and the marinas and boatyards along the Connecticut River keep a steady flow of copper, brass, cast iron, aluminum and stainless coming through our gate. As a local company, we are proud to keep that metal working instead of sitting in a landfill.
Homeowners & Landlords
Basement cleanouts, boiler swaps and radiator removals in Essex homes and multi-family properties.
Contractors & Renovation Crews
Plumbers, HVAC techs, electricians and remodelers recycling copper, brass, wire, steel and demo debris from Essex job sites.
Businesses & Facilities
Marinas, boatyards, shops and restaurants clearing out equipment, fixtures and metal racking with on-site containers.
Manufacturers & Aerospace
Customized scrap programs for Essex-area manufacturers and suppliers with recurring production scrap.
Essex FAQs
Scrap Metal Recycling Questions from Essex Customers
Straight answers to what Essex customers ask us most. Do not see your question? Give us a call.
Prefer to talk? Call 860-767-2267.
Where can I recycle scrap metal in Essex, CT?
Calamari Recycling is located right here in Essex at 20 Town Dump Road, just off Route 9. We accept scrap metal from local homeowners, contractors and businesses, and we can deliver containers for larger jobs.
What scrap metal do you buy from Essex customers?
We buy non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, lead, zinc and nickel-based alloys, and ferrous metals including cast iron, heavy melt steel, structural steel and light iron.
How is scrap metal priced?
Scrap is priced by metal type, grade and weight on our certified scales, and pricing follows the metals market. Clean, sorted metal earns more than mixed loads. See our scrap metal pricing page or call 860-767-2267 for current pricing.
Do you take scrap from local marinas and boatyards?
Yes. Marinas and boatyards can recycle aluminum, stainless steel hardware, brass and bronze fittings, copper wiring and steel once fuel, oil and non-metal materials are removed. We can also place containers on site for larger cleanouts.
Can you bring a container to an Essex job site?
Yes. We offer roll-off and load-lugger containers for contractors, businesses and municipalities through our commercial dumpster rental service. Contact us to schedule delivery and pickup.
What are your hours?
We are open Monday through Friday from 7am to 3:30pm and Saturday from 7am to 11:30am.
How should I prepare my scrap before bringing it in?
Separate non-ferrous metals like copper, brass and aluminum from steel and iron, and remove as much plastic, wood and other non-metal material as you can. Clean, sorted loads weigh in faster and pay more.
Are there metals you do not accept?
Some restricted or hazardous materials may not be accepted. Contact our team before your visit to confirm acceptance of specialty or unusual metals.
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Mon – Fri: 7am -3:30pm
Saturday : 7am – 11:30am
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