Metal recycling isn’t an easy process. In fact, it’s quite complex and requires a lot of due care and attention, especially if you have a large amount to turn in. Therefore it’s absolutely fundamental that no mistakes are made in the early stages, as this could cause a much bigger problem later on.
If it’s your first time taking down a structure, things can get understandably nerve-wrecking. Done correctly, demolition is a piece of cake. Get it wrong, and it can be dangerous. Whether you’re dismantling a whole building or just a part, the first thing you’ll need to do is to take stock of everything you’ll need to get the job done. Read more
If you’ve unearthed a decent amount of scrap metal during a property clear out or a demolition project, it’s likely that you’ll come away with a profit if you’re willing to take it to a trusted recycling specialist. But how much can you expect to make from your old metals? Read more
At Maxilead, we know exactly how important scrap metal recycling is to both the UK and world economy and, perhaps more importantly, to the health of the planet overall – so we thought we’d share a little of this insider knowledge with you.
If you’re preparing for a building or demolition project – or just a large scale property clear out – one of the key elements you will need to plan in detail is commercial skip hire. Read more
You may have heard of the scrap industry and how, if you have certain items you need to get rid of, you could arrange for a scrapyard to take them off your hands. But did you know that you can expect to be paid for the items you drop off? What’s even more exciting is that a lot of the items you’re likely to find lying about your house gathering dust could, in fact, prove very valuable to scrap. So, whether you’re moving house or just rooting through old stuff that you no longer use, why not find out which items you should throw and which you could take to the scrapyard? Read on to find out.
We all know the environmental benefits of recycling – it results in less energy being wasted, smaller amounts of fossil fuels being used up and a vast reduction in the amount of water required. However, there is a little curiosity that is commonly expressed among both individuals who are looking into metal re-use for the first time and those who are seasoned recyclers. The question is this: what will my metal become once it has been recycled?
Unlike other materials, scrap metal is infinitely recyclable. The industry is growing and the benefits are second to none. You probably already know that recycling is incredibly important, but how much do you know about the scrap metal industry? Here’s some insight.
If you’re looking to sell your scrap metal then more often than not price is going to be a big factor in your decision making. Though recycling scrap metal brings many benefits that aren’t revenue based, getting a fair price for your goods is still vital. But, how can you be sure that you’re getting that honest rate? This is how scrap metal prices are worked out.
If you have a large amount of scrap metal on your hands, it can be tempting to simply dispose of it in the quickest way possible. More often than not using an unwarranted scrap metal dealer to take it off your hands.