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Scrap Metal Recycling in Chicago, IL

Sims Metal's Smith Park yard at 350 N. Artesian takes scrap metal from the public with no appointment and pays for it; bring a government-issued photo ID.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ChicagoNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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  2. Sims Metal – Chicago (Smith Park)Drop-off · 350 N. Artesian, ChicagoCost not listed
    Where

    350 N. Artesian
    Chicago, IL 60612

    Hours

    Monday–Friday 6:30 am–4:30 pm; Saturday 6:30 am–1:30 pm; closed Sunday.

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Sims buys scrap metal; bring a valid government-issued photo ID to be paid.

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Before you go

  1. Ask whether items must be mostly metal and free of refrigerant, fuel or oil.
  2. Check whether the operator pays for metal or charges a fee.
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Illinois rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Sims Metal – Chicago, Illinois (Smith Park) (opens in new tab) · Sims Metal
    • The yard takes scrap metal drop-offs from the general public with no appointment, including old appliances, metal shelves and aluminum cans. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Sims buys all types of scrap metal; a valid government-issued photo ID is required to be paid. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Checked October 26, 2026.

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