South Georgia Metal
Recycling Center in Ocilla, Georgia
About This Location
South Georgia Metal is a scrap metal yard and auto salvage operation at 1362 GA-32 in Ocilla, GA. As a commercial scrap buyer, it deals in metal and used vehicle parts rather than serving as a municipal household recycling drop-off. If you have aluminum, steel, copper or other scrap metal to sell, call ahead at (229) 468-9119 to confirm what they buy that day and current pricing, since scrap yards set prices daily.
What South Georgia Metal Accepts
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What they do not accept
This is a commercial scrap metal and salvage yard, not a household recycling drop-off. It is not set up to take curbside recyclables such as mixed paper, glass, plastics #1-#7 or household hazardous waste. Call before visiting.
Access & restrictions
public-buyer · Walk-in (no appointment) · Scrap metal buyers typically pay by weight and may require ID for payment under Georgia scrap metal law. Confirm requirements by phone.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does South Georgia Metal pay cash for scrap metal?
South Georgia Metal is a commercial scrap buyer that pays for metal by weight, but it has not published a current price list online. Scrap prices change daily, so call (229) 468-9119 for today's rates before you load up.
Is South Georgia Metal a household recycling center?
No. It is a scrap metal yard and salvage operation, not a municipal recycling drop-off. It is not set up to accept curbside recyclables like glass, plastics or mixed paper. For household recycling in Irwin County, contact your local solid waste department.
What metals can you sell in Georgia?
Scrap yards typically buy aluminum, steel, copper, brass and iron. Under Georgia law, buyers may require photo ID and record your transaction, especially for regulated metals like copper. Call ahead to confirm what South Georgia Metal is buying.
Do I need an appointment to sell scrap metal here?
Scrap yards generally take walk-ins during business hours, but hours for this location are not verified online. Call (229) 468-9119 first to confirm they are open and buying.
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