Buckman Iron & Metal Company Inc

Recycling Center in Ottawa, Illinois

📍 1520 Warehouse Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350
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📞 +1 815-223-0322 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Northern Illinois Scrap Metal Buyer Since 1918 – Ottawa, IL

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum cans
✓ Scrap aluminum
✓ Copper
✓ Brass
✓ Cast iron
✓ Steel scrap
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Lead
✓ Radiators
✓ Carbide
✓ Titanium
✓ Junk vehicles (auto salvage)
✓ Appliances
✓ Used batteries

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What they do not accept

✕ Household trash or general waste
✕ Hazardous materials
✕ Contaminated scrap with excessive oil residue (environmental building handling required — call ahead)

Access & restrictions

Open to residential sellers and contractors. Closed Thursdays and Sundays. Contaminated scrap with oil residue handled in environmental building — call ahead.

Programs & events

  • Auto salvage — junk vehicle purchase

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buckman Iron & Metal in Ottawa open on Thursdays?

No. The Ottawa yard at 1520 Warehouse Drive is closed on Thursdays and Sundays. It is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, and Saturday 8:00 AM–11:45 AM.

Does Buckman Iron & Metal Ottawa buy aluminum cans from the public?

Yes. Buckman has purchased aluminum cans from the public for over a century. Bring your aluminum cans, scrap aluminum, and other metals directly to 1520 Warehouse Drive during open hours. Call (815) 431-1200 for current per-pound prices before your visit.

Does the Ottawa Buckman location buy junk cars?

Yes. Buckman Iron & Metal Ottawa offers auto salvage — they purchase junk and end-of-life vehicles. Contact them at (815) 431-1200 or email abuckman@buckmaniron.net for a quote and to arrange drop-off or pickup.

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Contact & Location

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1520 Warehouse Dr, Ottawa, IL 61350
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Ottawa, Illinois

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM–11:45 AM
Sunday Closed

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