Why Sell Your Scrap Metal to Copper Recycle Sydney
Sydney generates a constant stream of scrap metal — renovations, electrical rewiring, demolitions, old appliances, end-of-life vehicles — and most of it is worth real money if it goes to the right buyer instead of the tip. Here’s what sets our service apart:
Free pickup, no minimum load: we collect across the whole Sydney metro area at no charge, whether it’s a single motor or a full trailer load.
Live market pricing: rates are checked against current copper, brass, aluminium and steel markets, not a fixed price list that never moves.
Paid on the spot: your metal is weighed in front of you and paid out the same day, by bank transfer or cheque.
Licensed & NSW-compliant: we operate as a licensed scrap metal dealer (ABN 82 419 348 954), so you’re dealing with a legitimate buyer, not an unregistered operator.
Bins for ongoing volume: tradies, factories and property managers can have a collection bin on site instead of booking one-off pickups.
Responsible recycling: every kilogram we collect is diverted from landfill and returned to the metal supply chain.
Areas We Service Across Sydney
We run pickups right across Greater Sydney from our base in South Granville — if your suburb isn’t listed by name, call us anyway, as this is not an exhaustive list and we very likely still service your area.
Western Sydney
The Hills District & North West
North Shore
Inner West & City
South West Sydney
Sutherland Shire & Southern Sydney
Northern Beaches
Don’t see your suburb? See the full list on our Service Areas page, or call us on 0411 398 285 and we’ll confirm coverage for your location.
Scrap Metals We Buy in Sydney
Copper (bare bright, #1, #2) — highest-value metal we buy
Insulated copper wire & cable — accepted as-is
Brass — taps, fittings, valves, off-cuts
Aluminium — window frames, gutters, cans, wheels, cabling
Stainless steel — sinks, benches, appliance panels, offcuts
Lead — sheet lead, wheel weights, old batteries
Batteries — car, truck and deep-cycle
Catalytic converters — priced individually by type
Air conditioning units — split systems, ducted, commercial AC
Electric motors & car engines — whole or stripped
Solar panel components — frames and internal metal content
Sydney Scrap Metal Prices: What to Expect
Prices last reviewed: August 2026. Metal prices track global commodity markets and change daily — treat the figures below as a guide to relative value, not a quote. Call 0411 398 285 for today’s rate before you book.
| Metal | Indicative Sydney range (per kg) |
|---|---|
| Bare bright copper | ~$9 – $13 |
| #1 copper pipe/tubing | ~$7 – $8 |
| Insulated copper wire | ~$2.20 – $3.75, grade dependent |
| Brass | ~$6 – $8 |
| Aluminium | ~$1.70 – $2.00 |
| Stainless steel | ~$0.90 – $1.50 |
Three things move your final price on the day: how clean the metal is (mixed or contaminated metal is discounted), how it’s sorted (separating copper from brass from aluminium before we arrive helps), and the market rate at that moment. We weigh everything on-site and talk you through the price before anything changes hands.
How Selling Scrap Metal in Sydney Works
Get in touch
Call 0411 398 285 or email info@copperrecyclesydney.com.au with your suburb and a rough idea of what you have.
Get an indicative quote
We’ll give you a price range based on current market rates and what you’ve described.
We come to you
Pickup is free anywhere in Sydney, usually available same-day or next-day.
Weigh, agree, get paid
Your metal is weighed on site, the final price confirmed, and payment made on the spot via bank transfer or cheque.
Environmental Benefits of Recycling Scrap Metal in Sydney
Every load we collect is metal that doesn’t end up in a Sydney landfill. Recycled copper, aluminium and steel go straight back into manufacturing, using a fraction of the energy required to mine and refine virgin metal — recycling aluminium, for example, uses around 95% less energy than producing it from raw bauxite. For households and businesses this means a renovation, demolition or clean-out becomes part of the recycling loop instead of waste, at no cost to you and often with cash back.
Who We Work With
We collect from all types of Sydney customers, including:
Homeowners clearing out garages, sheds, and old appliances
Electricians & plumbers with offcuts of copper pipe and wire
Builders & demolition crews needing bulk metal removed from site
Mechanics & auto wreckers with engines, catalytic converters and batteries
Property managers & strata clearing common areas or plant rooms
Manufacturers & factories with recurring offcut or production waste
Frequently Asked Questions
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Kind Words from Our
Happy Clients
I had a lot of scrap metal piling up and wasn't sure what to do with it. Copper Recycle Sydney made the process so easy. They offered me great prices, and the free pick-up service.
Fantastic service! I got a fair price for my scrap copper and aluminum. The team was quick, professional, and even cleaned up after the pick-up. I’ll definitely be using them again.
I was impressed with how smoothly everything went. From getting a quote to the pick-up, Copper Recycle Sydney was efficient and friendly in every step of selling scrap metal.
I had a mix of scrap metal from an old renovation project and decided to give Copper Recycle Sydney a try. The process was simple, and the customer service was outstanding.
Sell Your Scrap Metal in Sydney Today
Free pickup, live market rates, and payment on the spot — anywhere in Sydney, six days a week. Call 0411 398 285 or email info@copperrecyclesydney.com.au to book your collection.
Copper Recycle Sydney
South Granville, NSW 2142
Phone: 0411 398 285
Email: info@copperrecyclesydney.com.au
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 6am – 6pm
ABN: 82 419 348 954