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About This Location

Prince George's Scrap (PG Scrap) is a scrap-metal processor and buyer at 5700 Branchville Road in College Park, part of Smith Industries / EMR, with roots dating to 1898. It buys and processes ferrous and non-ferrous metal, turning raw scrap into mill-ready material. It is a commercial scrap yard, not a public household recycling drop-off.

What this location Accepts

✓ Ferrous metal (steel, iron)
✓ Non-ferrous metal (copper, brass, aluminum)
✓ Scrap processing for larger volumes (roll-off / hauling)

What they do not accept

✕ Household curbside recyclables (paper, glass, plastics)
✕ Household hazardous waste
✕ Yard waste

Access & restrictions

Commercial scrap-metal buyer; open to public selling metal, not a free household drop-off · Buys and pays for ferrous and non-ferrous metal; also offers roll-off container and hauling service

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop off household recycling or shredded paper here?

No. Prince George's Scrap is a scrap-metal processor and buyer, not a household recycling drop-off. For curbside recyclables or paper in College Park, use the city and Prince George's County recycling programs.

What kinds of metal do they take?

They buy and process both ferrous metal (steel and iron) and non-ferrous metal such as copper, brass, and aluminum, turning raw scrap into mill-ready product.

What are their hours?

The yard is open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturday 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM, and is closed Sundays.

Do they handle large commercial volumes?

Yes. In addition to over-the-counter scrap, they offer roll-off container and hauling services for contractors and businesses. Call the office at 301-474-3444 to arrange.

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Contact & Location

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Address
5700 Branchville Rd, College Park, MD 20740
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City / State
College Park, Maryland

Opening Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Sunday Closed