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Scrap Metal Recycling in Milwaukee, WI

Scrap metal is free at both Milwaukee Drop Off Centers regardless of volume; it is not accepted in carts.

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

3 ways to get rid of a scrap metal in Milwaukee

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · MilwaukeeNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $90.00
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    Book online, set out your scrap metal and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Milwaukee North Drop Off Center (Industrial Road)Drop-off · 6660 N. Industrial Road, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residentsFree
    Where

    6660 N. Industrial Road
    Milwaukee, WI 53223

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedFree (documented)

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Milwaukee South Drop Off Center (Lincoln Avenue)Drop-off · 3879 W. Lincoln Avenue, MilwaukeeMilwaukee residentsFree
    Where

    3879 W. Lincoln Avenue
    Milwaukee, WI 53215

    Hours

    Summer (Apr 12–Nov 28, 2026): Tue–Sun 7 AM–3 PM; winter: Tue–Sat 7 AM–3 PM; closed city holidays

    Cost & rules

    Scrap metal

    AcceptedFree (documented)

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

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.
More about scrap metal

Wisconsin rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Drop Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • The Drop Off Centers are for City of Milwaukee residents and property owners; current state- or city-issued photo ID is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Normal recyclable materials and scrap metal are free regardless of volume. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Recycling Directory (opens in new tab) · City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works
    • Drop Off Centers accept scrap metal. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Wisconsin DNR: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab) · Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
    • Empty single-use all-steel propane cylinders can be recycled at a scrap metal operation, not in curbside recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.

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