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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HOW TO SCRAP METAL

Wondering how to scrap metal, what the process is and how payments work? Birmingham based West Midlands Metals has all the answers right here.

Read our FAQs

  • How do I set up an account?
    Since the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 all customers are required by law to provide identification when weighing in scrap metal in the UK. Acceptable forms of ID are Photo Driving License, or passport and utility bill.
  • What are your payment terms?
    We offer faster payment on all transactions to your nominated bank account. All payments are made to you the same day as soon as possible.
  • How to get the best price for your scrap metal in Birmingham
    Since the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 all customers are required by law to provide identification when weighing in scrap metal in the UK. Acceptable forms of ID are a Photo Driving License, or passport and utility bill. Check our website for daily updates on metal prices in Birmingham.
  • Where are you based?
    We are based just off the A45, Small Heath Highway, 11-12 Lawden Road, Birmingham B10 0AB.
  • How often do prices change?
    Scrap metal prices are based on the stock market. There are a number of different factors that affect the market so prices fluctuate daily. All our prices are updated daily ensuring you the top market price
  • What do you buy?
    We specialise in non-ferrous and semi-precious metals. We buy copper, brass, lead, household and armoured cable, aluminium and all other grades of non-ferrous metals.

West Midlands Metals makes knowing how to scrap metal an easy process

We’ll be keeping our FAQs regularly updated and you are welcome to contact our Birmingham team anytime if you have a question that is not answered on this page.

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