Starr Scrap Metal INC

Did you know that municipal recycling programs don’t always keep recyclable items out of the landfill? Unlike city-sponsored programs, you can be certain that all the metal you bring to us for recycling stays out of landfills.

If you think most aluminum is recycled, guess again. By some estimates, the reclamation value of the aluminum plowed into landfills every year is around $600 million and growing.

Did you know that the scrap metal industry is one of the few industries that contributes positively to the U.S. economy? In 2006, the scrap metal industry contributed $65 billion.

Did you know that even aluminum wrap is recyclable? Whether you have a left over piece of aluminum wrap from a chocolate bar, a piece of candy, or from your kitchen – be sure to place any aluminum wrap or pieces in the recycle bin.

Obsolete or "old scrap" is something that is unwanted and can no longer be used in its original form. This type of scrap can still be useful and the metal that is within these objects can be used. For example, silver can be taken from old film and copper can be taken from radiators.