Push Iron & Metals

Recycling Center in Waterloo, Iowa

📍 1500 David St, Waterloo, IA 50703
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📞 +1 319-233-7310 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Push Iron & Metals is a locally owned Waterloo scrap yard that buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals from individuals and businesses—drive in with your scrap, and staff will unload, sort, and pay by weight.

What this location Accepts

✓ Steel and iron (shreddable, structural, cast iron)
✓ Aluminum (sheet, extrusions, cans)
✓ Copper (bare, #1, #2, insulated wire)
✓ Brass
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Appliances / white goods
✓ Automotive parts (A/C condensers, radiators, doors, hoods, fenders)
✓ Farm equipment
✓ Copper sheet

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What they do not accept

✕ Electronics / e-waste
✕ Tires
✕ Household hazardous waste
✕ Non-metal materials (plastic, glass, paper)

Fees

  • Scrap metals — Yard pays by weight at market rates; no drop-off fee for public

Programs & events

  • Commercial Scrap Collection — Scheduled commercial pickup and custom tub delivery available at all three Iowa locations

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the public scale hours at Push Iron & Metals in Waterloo?

The public scale is open Monday through Friday in two windows: 8:00–11:45 AM and 1:00–3:30 PM. The scale is closed from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM (midday break) and all day Saturday and Sunday.

Do I need to unload my truck myself, or does Push provide labor?

Push Iron & Metals employees will unload, sort, and weigh your scrap for you. You receive a check for the full amount before you leave.

Does Push Iron & Metals accept old farm equipment?

Yes. Farm equipment is listed among their accepted materials. Contact the yard at (319) 233-7310 to discuss oversized or unusual pieces and confirm current market prices before hauling.

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Contact & Location

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1500 David St, Waterloo, IA 50703
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City / State
Waterloo, Iowa

Opening Hours

Monday Office 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Scales 8:00–11:45 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
Tuesday Office 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Scales 8:00–11:45 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
Wednesday Office 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Scales 8:00–11:45 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
Thursday Office 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Scales 8:00–11:45 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
Friday Office 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Scales 8:00–11:45 AM & 1:00–3:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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