Resale ValueSeptember 22, 2025

Scrap Metal in Your Home Is Worth More Than You Think

Copper, aluminum, steel, and brass are hiding in your walls, garage, and appliances. Here's what it's all worth.

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Most homeowners don't realize they're sitting on significant scrap metal value — especially after renovations, plumbing work, or appliance replacements. Copper alone runs $3–$5 per pound, and it's everywhere.

Copper pipe from a replumb: 20–50 lbs depending on house size = $60–$250 in scrap value. Copper wire from an electrical upgrade: 10–30 lbs = $30–$150. Old copper gutters: potentially hundreds of dollars.

Aluminum siding, window frames, and old lawn equipment contain aluminum worth $0.50–$1.00 per pound. Steel from old appliances, filing cabinets, shelving, and tools has lower per-pound value but adds up in volume.

Brass fixtures, faucets, and valve stems are commonly overlooked. Old brass plumbing fittings can be worth $2–$3 per pound.

When you book a scrap metal removal with us, we credit you 50% of the scrap value (when applicable) toward your bill. Heavy metal jobs frequently result in credits that significantly reduce or eliminate the removal cost.

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