Reliable Recycling Center has been committed to our community and our environment for a century. We want to make the recycling process as simple as possible for our customers. We’ve been living up to our name since 1918, providing the residents of Cabin John, Maryland, with the best means of disposing and recycling their scrap metal.

At Reliable Recycling Center, we accept a variety of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, such as:

• Aluminum
• Brass
• Cast iron
• Copper
• Lead
• Stainless steel
• Steel
• Zinc
• Cardboard
• Some electronics

For a list of materials we do not accept, click here.

We want to help people properly dispose of their scrap in an environmentally friendly. Even better, our services make recycling economically beneficial! Call us ahead of time to check the prices, bring it all out to us, and leave with cash in hand!

Benefits of Scrap Recycling near Cabin John, MD

We’ve come a long way in recent years when it comes to recycling, but there is still a lot to learn.

One of the reasons why Reliable Recycling has been the go-to recycling center for residents of Cabin John, Maryland, for so many years is due to our passion for both the environment and our local economy, both of which are heavily affected by recycling.

A majority of people who trade scrap metal for cash are individuals who work in the trade industry: factory workers, construction workers, demolitionists, electricians, etc. That being said, it’s very rare that a recycling facility would turn away homeowners with scrap of their own. After all, the recycling business is only growing larger, making it an extreme rare example of a constantly expanding business that also consistently gives back to communities.

Recycling scrap metal also decreases the amount of intrusive mining done around the planet. By recycling what we’re already mining for, we’re keeping these metals circulating. We’re also saving the planet from hazardous toxins, depletion of natural resources, and the unnecessary destruction of ecosystems.

Read more reasons why recycling is so important here!

Roll-Off Container Service near Cabin John, MD

A lot of people cite “inconvenience” as their #1 reason for not recycling, and we can understand that. The process can be tedious to some. Maybe you don’t get off work until after the recycling facility is already closed for the day? Maybe your car isn’t big enough to haul all of your scrap?

Our team at Reliable Recycling Center knows how difficult these steps can be, but we also know the significance of recycling. That’s why we offer all of our customers a roll-off container option to simplify the process!

Here’s how it works:

• First, we’ll send an open-top container right to your home or office building.
• At your leisure, you fill said container with as much scrap and recyclable materials as you can.
• Once the container is filled, we’ll pick it up for you!
• After going through the materials inside, we’ll call you with a price.

Recycling large amounts of scrap metal has never been easier! For more information on our roll-off container service, contact us today!

Determining Value for Your Scrap Metal near Cabin John, MD

Recycling scrap metal has a lot of benefits for both the environment and the local economy. However, the biggest perk is that it puts cash in your pocket!

We determine the monetary value of a customer’s scrap metal by considering a few varying factors. The most important thing we look at is the world market value of the metal at the time you bring it in. Because the value of metal shifts often, there’s never a guaranteed price. However, if you call ahead of time and tell us what you have, we can give you a rough estimate over the phone.

We measure all scrap and materials on scales that have been certified by weights and measures officials right here in Maryland. These scales range from platform scales that can weigh as little as one pound to large truck scales able to accommodate tractor-trailers weighing up to 100,000 pounds! In addition, they’re inspected semi-annually, guaranteeing the most accurate weight (and price) for your scrap!

Discover our current rough estimates for various metals here. Again, these are estimated prices and are always subject to change.