Arlington scrap sits between two downtowns and a lot of older houses
Arlington’s entertainment builds and the corridors near the stadiums throw commercial steel and aluminum on a deadline. A few miles away, the ranch houses south of Park Row and around UTA turn over appliances every lease and still hide copper in walls that went up before the stadiums existed.
Junk cars collect in side yards of those same neighborhoods, often after a hail claim that never turned into a repair. Say if the vehicle is on a narrow drive with a basketball hoop. That is a different tow than a commercial dock in the entertainment district.
Local prices vary by yard. Send a photo for a quote. We do not publish a Arlington scale sheet.
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Sort Arlington scrap by metal and condition
A magnet is a quick first check for ferrous metal such as steel and iron. If it sticks, keep that material separate from copper, brass, and aluminum, which are usually non-ferrous. The test does not identify an exact alloy or grade, and coated or mixed pieces can be misleading. When a load is mixed, take clear photos and ask the partner yard how it wants items grouped.
Copper grades can affect how a yard sorts a load. Bare bright is clean, uncoated copper wire; #1 copper is generally clean pipe or solid copper with limited attachments; #2 may have solder, heavier oxidation, or other contamination. Insulated wire is graded separately. Stripping it may improve sorting, but the added labor and risk of damaging or cutting wire can outweigh any benefit. Ask the yard before processing a large bundle.
Keep brass and aluminum apart from steel and copper, and separate visibly clean pieces from material with plastic, wood, oil, or other attachments. Aluminum may be sorted into categories such as cans, sheet, cast parts, or extrusion, with yard rules varying. Do not dismantle appliances just to reach metal if refrigerant may be present. Many yards require refrigerant to be properly evacuated first; ask what they accept.
Get an Arlington junk car ready for pickup
Before arranging a tow, confirm what paperwork the receiving yard or vehicle partner will require. Title requirements can depend on the vehicle and the partner’s process, so do not assume a bill of sale or registration is enough. If the title is missing, ask what alternatives, if any, they accept before setting a pickup time. Catalytic converters may also require identification or ownership paperwork; check in advance rather than removing one yourself.
Clear personal items from the cabin, trunk, and under seats, and remove toll tags or removable plates if applicable. Tell the pickup contact whether the car rolls, steers, and can be reached without moving another vehicle. Mention low clearance, a narrow driveway, locked wheels, or anything that limits tow access. These details help the partner decide what equipment and timing are appropriate.
Keep children and pets away from the loading area, and do not climb beneath a vehicle being prepared for towing. Avoid handling leaking fluids, damaged batteries, or sharp body panels. This site connects sellers with independent partners; the partner handles the vehicle inspection, any required documents, the scale or tow process, and payment. Confirm those details directly with that partner before the driver arrives.
Questions
Does a magnet tell me exactly what my scrap is worth?
No. It can help separate many steel and iron items from non-ferrous metals, but it does not establish an alloy or grade. Paint, plating, attached parts, and mixed material can affect sorting. Send photos and describe the material; the partner yard makes the final grading decision.
Should I strip insulation from copper wire before pickup?
Not automatically. Clean bare wire may be sorted differently from insulated wire, but stripping takes time and can create sharp scraps or expose you to hazards. Ask the receiving yard how it grades your wire and whether the expected difference makes preparation worthwhile.
Can I bring an old refrigerator or air conditioner as scrap?
Ask the partner yard first. Refrigerators and air conditioners can contain refrigerant that must be handled properly, and acceptance requirements vary. Do not cut lines or try to vent refrigerant yourself. Tell the yard what appliance you have and whether it is intact.
What if I cannot find the title for my Arlington junk car?
Contact the vehicle partner before scheduling pickup. Title and other paperwork requirements can vary with the vehicle and the partner’s process. Explain what documents you do have and ask what alternatives are accepted. Do not rely on a driver to resolve missing paperwork at the curb.
Should I remove a catalytic converter before selling a junk car?
Check with the vehicle partner before removing any component. A converter may affect the vehicle’s handling or acceptance, and identification or ownership paperwork may be requested. Keep the car intact unless the partner gives clear instructions, and ask what documents to have ready for the handoff.