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Turn Your Metal Scrap Into Value

Big Country Recycling LLC provides scrap metal recycling for copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, tin, iron, wire, and fencing materials in San Angelo.

If you are clearing out a garage in San Angelo, tearing down old fencing, or finishing a remodel that left you with piles of copper wire and aluminum trim, you need a way to get rid of it without hauling it to a landfill. Big Country Recycling LLC accepts ferrous and non-ferrous metals from homeowners, contractors, and ranchers across San Angelo and the surrounding area, making it simple to drop off scrap and move forward with your project.

This service handles household scrap, construction debris, fencing materials, and surplus metal from job sites. Whether you bring in a truckload of steel beams or a few pounds of brass fittings, the process is built for speed and efficiency. You pull up, unload your material, and the team sorts and weighs it on-site so you know exactly what you brought in.

Bring your scrap metal to Big Country Recycling LLC in San Angelo and see how quickly it gets processed.

What Happens When You Drop Off Metal

When you arrive at the facility in San Angelo, you drive onto the scale with your load still in the vehicle. After the initial weight is recorded, you unload the metal into designated bins based on type. The team uses magnets, visual sorting, and handheld analyzers to confirm material grades, especially for mixed loads that include both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Once your metal is sorted and weighed, you receive documentation showing the material type, total weight, and current market rate. The entire process typically takes less than fifteen minutes, depending on the size and complexity of your load. You leave with an empty truck bed and a receipt that reflects what you brought in.

The facility is set up to handle everything from a few sections of chain-link fencing to hundreds of pounds of construction steel. If you are unsure whether a particular item is recyclable, the staff can assess it during drop-off. Most common household and job site metals are accepted, though certain items with attached materials may need basic prep before processing.

We Hear These Questions All the Time

People who have never recycled scrap metal before often wonder what to expect when they arrive, how to prepare their materials, and whether the trip is worth the effort for smaller loads.

What types of metal can I bring in?
You can bring copper, brass, aluminum, stainless steel, tin, iron, wire, and fencing. Mixed loads are accepted, and the team will help separate materials if needed during drop-off.
How should I prepare my scrap metal before I arrive?
Remove any large plastic, rubber, or wood attachments if possible. Loose wire can stay bundled, and small metal parts can be grouped together in containers or bags.
What happens if I do not know what kind of metal I have?
The staff in San Angelo will identify the material type using sorting tools and visual inspection. You do not need to label or classify anything beforehand.
How long does the drop-off process take?
Most drop-offs are completed in under fifteen minutes. Larger or mixed loads may take slightly longer for sorting and weighing.
Can I recycle metal from a ranch or farm property?
Yes. Old fencing, equipment parts, water tanks, and other metal debris from rural properties are commonly recycled here.

If you have metal sitting in your yard, shop, or job site in San Angelo, Big Country Recycling LLC can take it off your hands and keep it out of the landfill. Contact us to confirm what you have and plan your drop-off.