If you're hauling scrap metal out of Kyle or anywhere in Hays County, we buy it. Gardner Metal Recycling accepts copper, aluminum, brass, steel, iron, insulated wire and cable, and more. Drop-off, scheduled pickup and container service are all available. Which one fits depends on your volume and situation. Prices are market-based and change daily, so call us for current rates. Bring a valid ID for regulated transactions, and know that our Austin yard sits along the I-35 corridor, approximately 14 miles north of Kyle.

Metal Recycling in Kyle, TX: Drop-Off and Business Pickup Options

If you're in Kyle or Hays County and need to move scrap metal, Gardner Metal Recycling's Austin yard is your closest full-service option along the I-35 corridor, about 14 miles north via one of the most direct routes in Central Texas. The yard is set up to handle everything from a single truckload to a full commercial account.

Your situation usually determines which service path makes more sense. Homeowners and smaller contractors with their own transport typically drive material in for a same-day drop-off. Manufacturers, fabrication shops and service providers generating scrap on a regular basis are usually better served by scheduled pickup or an on-site container program, where we handle the logistics.

What Is the Difference Between Drop-Off and Scheduled Pickup Service?

The right service option depends on your volume, your schedule and whether you have your own transport. Here's a quick side-by-side to help you decide.

	Drop-Off	Pickup / Container Service
Best For	Homeowners, contractors and small businesses with their own transport	Commercial accounts, fabrication shops, jobsites and ongoing scrap operations
Typical Volume	Single loads or occasional scrap accumulation	High-volume, recurring or bulk material streams
Timeline	Same-day. Bring it in during business hours.	Scheduled. Call to arrange. 48-hour container pickup available.
What You Need To Do	Load and transport your material. Bring valid ID.	Call to schedule. We handle transport and container swap.

Why Pick Gardner Metal Recycling for Metal Recycling in Kyle, TX?

Kyle-area businesses and contractors have options when it comes to scrap metal dealers. Gardner Metal Recycling brings more than 60 years of family ownership, honest market-based pricing and a commercial service depth most Central Texas scrap dealers don't offer. With an Austin yard approximately 14 miles up I-35, you're not going out of your way.

Family-owned and operated for more than 60 years, based in Austin and serving Kyle and Hays County
Transparent, market-based pricing with on-the-spot quotes from an experienced sales team
Staff assistance with unloading and sorting for a fast, stress-free experience
Commercial-grade pickup and container programs for high-volume and ongoing accounts
Roll-off containers in 20-, 30- and 40-cubic-yard sizes with 48-hour pickup availability
Regulatory expertise covering FAA, TCEQ and RCRA compliance requirements
Demolition and clearing support with scrap crediting for contractors and project managers

More than 60 years in the Central Texas market means we know the materials, the regulations and what your operation actually needs. That experience extends to every Kyle and Hays County account we serve.

How Long Has Gardner Metal Recycling Served the Central Texas Area?

Gardner Metal Recycling has served Central Texas as a family-owned business for more than 60 years. When you work with us, you get a team that knows Central Texas industry from the inside. More than 60 years of operation means our processes are proven and our pricing is consistent. That reach extends across Kyle, Hays County and the surrounding communities we serve today.

What Areas Near Kyle Does Gardner Metal Recycling Serve?

We serve Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, South Austin and the broader Hays County area from our Austin yard, which sits directly along the I-35 corridor connecting these communities. That corridor puts us within easy reach for drop-off and scheduled pickup throughout this stretch of Central Texas. If you're generating scrap metal anywhere along the I-35 corridor between San Marcos and South Austin, here's what we buy.

What Scrap Metals We Buy From Kyle Residents and Businesses

Gardner Metal Recycling buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals from Kyle residents, contractors and businesses. Whether you're clearing copper pipe from a remodel, pulling HVAC units from a commercial property, running a machine shop with ongoing aluminum and steel turnings, or managing construction cutoffs and electrical wire on a jobsite, we buy it. Call ahead to confirm accepted items and any prep requirements before you bring your material in.

Copper (bare bright, #1 copper, #2 copper)
Insulated copper wire and cable (value varies by grade)
Aluminum (sheet, extrusions, cast, clips)
Brass (yellow brass, red brass, brass radiators)
Stainless steel (304 and other grades)
Iron and steel (ferrous prepared and unprepared grades)
Tin and shred
Cat 5 and Cat 6 cable
Electronics and e-scrap (call to confirm accepted items)
Electric motors
Machine turnings and metal shavings
Carbide
High-temperature and exotic alloys
Copper pipe and plumbing fittings

For the complete accepted materials list, visit metals we buy.

What Is the Most Valuable Scrap Metal To Recycle?

Copper is the highest-value common scrap metal, consistently returning more per pound than most other materials you're likely to have on hand. Brass, aluminum and stainless steel are strong non-ferrous options that also return meaningfully more per pound than ferrous metals like iron and steel. Rates change daily, so call Gardner Metal Recycling at 512-982-0447 for current per-pound pricing on the grades you're bringing in. Appliances and HVAC units are one of the most common sources of these higher-value metals for Kyle homeowners and contractors.

Do Scrap Yards Take Appliances or HVAC Units?

Appliances and HVAC units contain recyclable metals including copper coils, aluminum fins and steel housing, and are commonly accepted at scrap yards. For HVAC units specifically, refrigerants must be properly removed before drop-off. Call ahead to confirm accepted items and any prep requirements before you bring your material in. What you recover from appliances and HVAC units comes down to two things: what metals are in them and how prepared the load is.

Scrap Metal Prices in Kyle, TX: What Affects Value and How Quotes Work

Scrap metal prices are market-based and change daily with commodity conditions. No responsible recycler can give you a locked-in rate in advance. We give you accurate weighing and a market-based quote. What you're quoted is what you receive.

Here's what drives the value of your scrap metal:

Metal type: non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel) return higher per-pound value than ferrous metals (iron, steel, tin)
Grade and cleanliness: clean, sorted material grades out higher than mixed or contaminated scrap
Quantity: larger volumes of a single grade typically return stronger per-pound pricing
Preparation: removing non-metal attachments such as insulation, plastic and rubber before drop-off increases recovered value
Contamination: mixed or dirty loads are graded down; keeping grades separate protects your return
Current market conditions: commodity prices fluctuate daily. Call Gardner Metal Recycling at 512-982-0447 for a current quote.

What Is the Difference Between Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metal?

Ferrous metals are iron-based, magnetic materials including iron, steel and tin, and they generally return lower per-pound value. Non-ferrous metals are non-magnetic materials including copper, aluminum, brass and stainless steel, and they generally return higher per-pound value. Once you know which category your material falls into, you can set realistic expectations before you call.

What Can I Do To Maximize the Value of My Scrap Metal?

A little prep before drop-off or pickup can raise your payout. These guidelines align with best practices recommended by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries.

Sort your metals by type. Keep ferrous and non-ferrous separate, and separate grades within each category where possible.
Remove non-metal attachments. Strip insulation from wire, remove plastic fittings and separate rubber components before drop-off.
Drain fluids from HVAC units, motors or any equipment that held liquid before bringing it in.
Keep grades separate. Bare bright copper, #1 copper and #2 copper must not be mixed if you want the highest return on each grade.
Estimate your quantity. Knowing approximate weight or volume helps us provide an accurate phone quote before you make the trip.

For Kyle businesses and contractors generating scrap on an ongoing basis, we offer full-service solutions that go well beyond a single drop-off visit.

Full-Service Scrap Solutions Beyond Basic Metal Recycling

For many Kyle operations, drop-off is only part of the picture. Fabrication shops, construction contractors and facility managers dealing with ongoing scrap streams need more than a place to bring a load. We offer structured programs for businesses that need regular collection, on-site containers or full-service project support.

Scrap metal pickup: one-time or scheduled service for contractors and commercial accounts
On-site container programs: roll-off containers in 20-, 30- and 40-cubic-yard sizes for ongoing collection
Demolition and clearing: we collect scrap from demolition and clearing jobs and apply what it's worth directly to your project cost
Industrial processing: high-volume material handling for manufacturing, fabrication and utility operations
Commercial recycling programs: tailored pickup schedules and container arrangements for ongoing accounts in Kyle and Hays County

If you need pickup service rather than drop-off, here's what to expect.

Do You Offer Scrap Metal Pickup in Kyle, TX?

Yes, we offer both one-time and scheduled pickup for Kyle customers. One-time pickup is a good fit for contractors wrapping up a project or businesses with a single large scrap accumulation. Scheduled pickup serves commercial accounts, fabrication shops and manufacturers with ongoing scrap streams that need regular collection without the hassle of managing collection themselves. Learn more about scheduling at scrap metal pickup service. For operations that need an on-site collection solution rather than a scheduled visit, we also provide roll-off containers.

Do You Offer Roll-Off Containers for Scrap Metal in Kyle, TX?

Yes, we offer roll-off containers in 20-, 30- and 40-cubic-yard sizes for Kyle-area customers. If you run a fabrication shop, manage a construction site or work as a contractor with ongoing scrap accumulation, this is the service for you. When your container is full, we pick it up within 48 hours. For full details on container options, visit our container rental page. For Kyle projects involving demolition or site clearing, we offer an additional layer of value through our demolition and clearing program.

Can Gardner Metal Recycling Handle Demolition or Jobsite Scrap in Kyle?

Yes, we handle demolition and jobsite scrap for Kyle-area projects of all sizes. We collect the scrap and apply what it's worth directly to your project cost, so the metal your job generates offsets project costs instead of adding to them. General contractors, property owners, municipalities and utility operations handling equipment teardowns or facility cleanouts in Kyle and Hays County are the customers this serves best. For full details, visit demolition and clearing services. Call us to talk through which service fits your project.

Metal Recycling Kyle, TX: Contact Gardner Metal Recycling for Current Rates and Pickup Scheduling

Ready to move? Here's what to have ready before you call or reach out online.

Metal type (copper, aluminum, steel, wire, mixed. Be as specific as possible.)
Estimated quantity (approximate weight or volume)
Pickup location and site access details in Kyle (if requesting pickup or a container)
Your valid ID (required for regulated material transactions under Texas law)

Business: Gardner Metal Recycling Phone: 512-982-0447 Location: Austin, TX (serving Kyle, Buda, San Marcos, South Austin and the Hays County area) Hours: M-F, 8-5 Contact online: Contact Gardner Metal Recycling

Do I Need an ID To Sell Scrap Metal in Texas?

Yes, a valid ID is required for regulated metal recycling transactions in Texas. Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1956 governs metal recycling entity transactions in the state and requires seller identification and transaction records for regulated materials. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and be prepared to share basic seller and vehicle details when required. With your materials sorted and ID in hand, getting started with Gardner Metal Recycling is a straightforward process.

How Do I Get Started With Gardner Metal Recycling?

Call Gardner Metal Recycling at 512-982-0447 or reach out online to describe your metal type, estimated quantity and Kyle pickup location or drop-off plan.
Receive a market-based quote from our sales team and confirm your service option. Drop-off, one-time pickup, scheduled pickup or container delivery.
Bring your materials to the Austin yard or schedule service, and get paid on the spot with accurate, scale-based pricing.

Partner with Gardner Metal Recycling to turn your scrap metal into a valuable asset. Schedule a consultation online or call us at 512-982-0447.

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