Copper is one of the most valued metals on the market today, and scrap copper prices can vary widely depending on the type and condition of the copper. When recycling your scrap metals at your local facility, you deserve to know that you are getting the best deal. For over fifty years at James G. Grant Co., located in Readville, MA, we have built our reputation on providing you with the best experience and rates possible.
Copper can be divided into three general categories or grades that affect scrap copper prices:
- Bare copper wire – 99% pure copper, at least 1/16 of an inch thick, and uncoated with no signs of oxidation.
- #1 copper – some signs of oxidation and may still have some coating. There should be minimal or no signs of soldering.
- #2 copper or “light copper” – less than 94% pure and cannot have other metal alloyed with it; can be less than 1/16 of an inch thick.
If you want to get the best scrap copper prices, there are ways you can make it even more valuable. For example, each load of copper is graded by the lowest grade piece of metal in the pile. So even if you have a pile of top-grade copper, if there is some lower grade copper mixed in, the entire pile will be graded as lower grade copper. Sorting your copper can help you get higher value with minimal effort.
At James G. Grant Co., we offer residential, industrial, and commercial clients in central New England a more eco-friendly alternative for processing scrap metal, especially copper. Scrap copper recycling not only helps you side-step the expensive and wasteful landfill option, but it also puts money in your pocket while helping improve the environment. We offer the best scrap copper prices in the region and want to take good care of our local customers.
If you’ve been looking for a way to recycle your scrap copper in a way that pays you well and helps our environment, please contact us today. Our team of specialists is ready to answer your questions and help you!