Smith Industries

Recycling Center in Capitol Heights, Maryland

📍 Inc, 2001 Kenilworth Ave, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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About This Location

Joseph Smith & Sons, operating as Smith Industries at 2001 Kenilworth Ave, is one of the oldest scrap processors in the Mid-Atlantic — founded in 1898 and accepting public drop-offs of ferrous and non-ferrous metals Monday through Saturday.

What this location Accepts

✓ Light iron
✓ Cast iron
✓ Plate and structural steel
✓ Heavy Melted Scrap (HMS)
✓ Rebar
✓ Galvanized bundles
✓ Appliances and white goods
✓ End-of-life vehicles (fuel tank split/drained, battery removed, A/C freon removed)
✓ Aluminum
✓ Copper
✓ Brass
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Lead and lead-acid batteries
✓ Sealed units

Related recycling guides: Batteries · Appliances

What they do not accept

✕ Vehicles with freon still in A/C systems
✕ Vehicles with fuel tanks intact (must be split open and dry)
✕ Vehicles with batteries still installed
✕ Household recyclables (paper, plastic, glass — scrap yard only)
✕ Hazardous waste

Fees

  • Scrap metal drop-off — Facility pays you for scrap — prices vary by material and market rate; contact buyers for current pricing

Programs & events

  • Roll-Off / Container Service — Roll-off containers placed at customer sites for large-volume scrap collection and hauling
  • Vehicle Recycling — End-of-life vehicle purchasing; vehicle must have fuel tank split/drained, battery removed, and A/C freon removed prior to acceptance

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Smith Industries in Capitol Heights pay cash for scrap metal?

Yes. Smith Industries / Joseph Smith & Sons is a scrap buying facility — they purchase ferrous and non-ferrous metals at market rates. Contact buyers Larry at (240) 309-7669 or Alejandro at (301) 651-0434 for current pricing before you haul.

Will Smith Industries accept my old car?

Yes, end-of-life vehicles are accepted, but the vehicle must be properly prepared: the fuel tank must be split open and dry, the battery must be removed, and any freon must be removed from the A/C system before the facility will accept it.

Can I drop off household recyclables like cardboard, plastic bottles, or glass here?

No. Smith Industries is exclusively a scrap metal yard. For household recyclables in Prince George's County, contact the county's Department of the Environment or visit a Maryland Environmental Service drop-off site.

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Contact & Location

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Inc, 2001 Kenilworth Ave, Capitol Heights, MD 20743
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City / State
Capitol Heights, Maryland

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 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
Sunday Closed

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