The adage is that one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and the same holds true when it comes to auto parts. Many salvage yards allow patrons to sell their scrap metal and junk cars. When you keep a few considerations in mind, salvage yards can prove to be potential goldmines for automotive parts.

Understanding How Salvage Yards Work

What Is a Salvage Yard?

Some salvage yards are referred to as recycling centers or junk yards, but in any case, they will buy automobiles regardless of whether they are running to turn a profit on the value of their parts. An automotive salvage yard will focus on car parts, but certain salvage yards may buy all kinds of scrap metal from various sources.

Why Give a Car to a Salvage Yard?

When you have a junk car that is no longer running, it can be very difficult to get a fair price in a private sale. Salvage yards may pay top dollar for automobiles that are no longer running because of the value of their parts. Additionally, it may also handle pickup of the car to save the owner the hassle of having it towed.

What Metals Are Accepted by Salvage Yards?

You should make sure a salvage yard is willing to accept whatever scrap metal you are seeking to dispose of. Many are willing to accept several kinds of metal for environmentally friendly disposal. Most facilities will accept copper, brass, aluminum, and metal associated with such items as radiators, batteries, and air conditioning units.

Roadrunner Recycling offers a fair price for scrap metal in the San Marcos, TX, area. The professionals at this salvage yard are willing to pick up your junk vehicle, whether it is a car, truck motor home, or trailer. Visit Roadrunner Recycling’s website to learn more or call (512) 353-4511 to speak with one of our representatives.