Dean's Scrap Metal Inc
Recycling Center in Eight Mile, Alabama
About This Location
Dean's Scrap Metal, Inc. (DSM Recycling) at 7066 Highway 45 North in Eight Mile, Alabama is a full-service metal recycler that pays competitive, cash prices for all types of scrap metal and end-of-life vehicles. It serves walk-in residential sellers as well as industrial clients, for whom it offers roll-off containers, mobile car crushing, on-site baling, trucking and demolition. This is a scrap metal buyer rather than a household curbside-recycling drop-off. The yard is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM, and is closed on Sunday.
What Dean's Scrap Metal Inc Accepts
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What they do not accept
DSM is a metal yard and auto recycler; household recyclables (paper, glass, mixed plastics) and household hazardous waste are not among its listed services. Confirm any specific item by phone.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public to sell scrap and junk vehicles; cash paid. Alabama law generally requires a photo ID to sell scrap metal. Vehicle pickup and roll-off containers available on request.
Programs & events
- Automotive recycling — Buys end-of-life vehicles with pickup available, plus mobile car crushing.
- Industrial recycling services — Roll-off containers, on-site baling, trucking and demolition for commercial and industrial accounts.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dean's Scrap Metal pay cash?
Yes. DSM pays competitive, cash prices for all types of scrap metal and for end-of-life vehicles, for both residential and industrial sellers.
What are Dean's Scrap Metal's hours?
The yard is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is closed on Sunday.
Will Dean's pick up my junk car?
Yes. DSM buys end-of-life vehicles and offers vehicle pickup, along with mobile car crushing for larger jobs.
What's the highest-paying scrap metal?
Non-ferrous metals like copper and brass pay the most per pound, well above steel. Prices change with the market, so call (251) 675-0224 for current rates before hauling.
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