United Metals Recycling

Recycling Center in Boise, Idaho

📍 3809 S Eagleson Rd, Boise, ID 83705
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About This Location

United Metals Recycling is a scrap metal yard at 3809 South Eagleson Road in Boise, Idaho, that buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals from the public and pays sellers on the spot. The yard handles aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, insulated copper wire, iron, steel, and catalytic converters, and uses XRF analyzers to grade material. It is a scrap buyer, not a household recycling drop-off; Idaho law requires a photo ID to sell nonferrous metal.

What United Metals Recycling Accepts

✓ Ferrous metals (iron and steel) (Bought and paid for)
✓ Non-ferrous metals (aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, nickel) (Bought and paid for)
✓ Insulated copper wire
✓ Catalytic converters (Graded with XRF analyzers)

What they do not accept

This is a scrap metal buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. It does not take curbside recyclables such as mixed paper, plastics, glass, or general household trash. For curbside and residential recycling in Boise, contact Republic Services / the City of Boise.

Access & restrictions

Open to the public · ID or proof of residency required · Walk-in (no appointment) · Open to the public to sell scrap. Idaho law requires scrap dealers to collect a current driver's license or government-issued photo ID for nonferrous metal transactions.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does United Metals Recycling pay for scrap metal?

Yes. The yard buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals and states that with its XRF analyzers you can get paid immediately for your material.

What metals does United Metals Recycling accept?

It buys aluminum, brass, bronze, copper, insulated copper wire, iron, nickel, and steel, and also processes catalytic converters.

Do I need an ID to sell scrap metal in Boise?

Yes. Idaho law requires scrap dealers to record a current driver's license or U.S./Idaho government-issued photo ID for any nonferrous metal sale, so bring valid photo identification.

Can I drop off household recycling like bottles and cans here?

No. United Metals is a scrap metal yard, not a household recycling center. It buys metal but does not take curbside items such as plastic, glass, or paper. Use Boise's curbside program or Republic Services for those.

What are United Metals Recycling's hours?

The yard is open Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 2 PM, and is closed on Sunday.

Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source · source · source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.

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Contact & Location

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Address
3809 S Eagleson Rd, Boise, ID 83705
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Website
umrecycling.com
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City / State
Boise, Idaho

Opening Hours

Monday 8 AM-5 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-5 PM
Thursday 8 AM-5 PM
Friday 8 AM-5 PM
Saturday 9 AM-2 PM
Sunday Closed

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