Had a really good experience with Ryder Scrap Iron & Metal. The team was easy to deal with,…read moreprofessional, and kept everything smooth and hassle‑free. Solid folks doing solid work.

From the owner: Rider Scrap Iron & Metals is a premier local recycling center located in Barren Springs, VA…read more Additional Services include Junk Vehicle Pick-Up in the surrounding areas, as well as providing Roll Off Containers to local businesses.

My experience with Always Buying Scrap Inc. was extremely unprofessional…read more I called to ask about selling catalytic converters and was immediately treated like a scammer. The woman on the phone started asking a series of questions about "paperwork," who I worked for, and whether I was a mechanic shop instead of simply answering a basic pricing inquiry. A few minutes later, my father called and asked to speak with a manager. Despite previously being told that a price could be given with the serial number, the manager spoke very quickly, in a confusing and roundabout manner, and continued treating my father like he was doing something wrong simply for asking about pricing. At most other scrap yards or catalytic converter buyers, you can provide the serial number or send photos by text or email and receive a general price estimate. That's standard practice in the industry. Instead, we were essentially told we would need to drive all the way there just to inquire about value, only to be casually told it might be worth around $100. This is not how professional businesses treat potential customers. The communication was dismissive, unhelpful, and unnecessarily suspicious. I would strongly recommend other sellers call around before dealing with this company.

From the owner: Get the best scrap prices and a simple, courteous experience. We accept all types of ferrous and…read morenonferrous metals. We proudly serve the public, as well as commercial, and private customers, including homeowners and businesses, at our location 6 days per week. Our services include containers for commercial accounts as well as the brokering of recyclables, including copper, brass, aluminum, steel, manganese, and lead-acid batteries.

Long-established multigenerational recyclers with a history of responsible employees and great…read moreservice.

Can be a daunting place with both good and bad experiences. If you have small multi loads they…read morereally don't want to deal with you. Very difficult to get information from them. It would be so helpful to have a list of their main categories and prices online. Their staff for computer parts need more experience or knowledge. I'm new to selling and self educating is much harder than it need be if scrap years would list some fundamentals. Would save us both a ton of time and expense.