Top Prices Paid for Scrap Metal in New Britain, CT
New Britain 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 New Britain job. Call 860-850-2532.
Location
20 Town Dump Road, Essex, CT
About 40 minutes from New Britain via Route 9 south
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
860-850-2532
Free estimates & container service
What We Accept
What Scrap Metal Do We Buy from New Britain 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 New Britain 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 New Britain 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 New Britain, CT
Convenient Scrap Metal Recycling for the New Britain Area
Our 20 Town Dump Road yard in Essex is an easy run for New Britain customers. Hop on Route 9 south and ride it all the way down, roughly 40 minutes with no highway changes and no cramped lots to deal with when unloading.
We regularly take in metal from across New Britain, including Downtown, Little Poland along Broad Street, Belvidere, the East Side, Oakwood and the area around Central Connecticut State University, along with nearby Berlin, Kensington, Newington, Plainville and Farmington.
Known as the Hardware City, New Britain still has a strong base of manufacturers and machine shops alongside blocks of older multi-family homes. That combination means steady streams of steel, brass and aluminum from industry, plus cast iron radiators and copper plumbing from renovations. That metal has real value, and we make sure you get paid for it.
Homeowners & Landlords
Basement cleanouts, boiler swaps and radiator removals in New Britain homes and multi-family properties.
Contractors & Renovation Crews
Plumbers, HVAC techs, electricians and remodelers recycling copper, brass, wire, steel and demo debris from New Britain job sites.
Businesses & Facilities
Property managers and commercial buildings clearing out equipment, fixtures and metal racking with on-site containers.
Manufacturers & Aerospace
Customized scrap programs for New Britain-area manufacturers and machine shops with recurring production scrap.
New Britain FAQs
Scrap Metal Recycling Questions from New Britain Customers
Straight answers to what New Britain customers ask us most. Do not see your question? Give us a call.
Prefer to talk? Call 860-850-2532.
Where can I recycle scrap metal near New Britain, CT?
Calamari Recycling is located at 20 Town Dump Road in Essex, CT, about 40 minutes from New Britain via Route 9 south. We accept scrap metal from New Britain homeowners, contractors and businesses, and we can deliver containers for larger jobs.
What scrap metal do you buy from New Britain 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 860-850-2532 for current pricing.
Do you offer scrap programs for New Britain manufacturers?
Yes. We set up customized scrap programs for manufacturers and machine shops, including on-site containers and scheduled pickups for recurring production scrap like steel, aluminum and brass.
Can you bring a container to a New Britain 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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Hours
Mon – Fri: 7am -3:30pm
Saturday : 7am – 11:30am
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