Alter Metal Recycling - Waterloo

Recycling Center in Waterloo, Iowa

📍 1500 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo, IA 50703
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📞 +1 319-236-9856 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Alter Metal Recycling in Waterloo has purchased ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal from individuals and businesses at its Airline Highway location since 1964, paying cash on the same visit.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum (sheet, cast, extrusion)
✓ Copper (bare bright, #1 tubing, insulated wire)
✓ Brass (yellow, red)
✓ Stainless steel and nickel alloys
✓ Ferrous scrap (sheet iron, shredable steel, light iron, tin)
✓ Lead-acid batteries
✓ Car bodies (crushed or uncrushed)

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What they do not accept

✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Cardboard, paper, or plastic
✕ Household hazardous waste
✕ Tires

Fees

  • Scrap metal — Yard pays cash for materials; no drop-off fee for metals. Prices vary by material and market conditions — call (319) 236-9856 for current rates.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Alter Metal Recycling in Waterloo buy scrap from individuals?

Yes. The yard accepts scrap metal from individuals and businesses. Bring your aluminum, copper, brass, iron, or other metals during business hours (Mon–Thu 7 AM–3:30 PM) and you will be paid on-site. Call (319) 236-9856 for current prices before hauling.

Is Alter Metal Recycling in Waterloo open on Fridays or weekends?

No. The Waterloo location is open Monday through Thursday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM only. It is closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Does Alter Metal Recycling accept electronics, tires, or cardboard?

No. This is a scrap metal yard only. For electronics recycling in the Waterloo area, check with Iowa Department of Natural Resources or local municipal programs. The yard focuses exclusively on ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

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Contact & Location

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1500 W Airline Hwy, Waterloo, IA 50703
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City / State
Waterloo, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Wednesday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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