Brown Metal Recycling
Recycling Center in Frankfort, Maine
About This Location
Brown's Metal Recycling on Hamm Rd in Frankfort is a scrap-metal yard that buys ferrous and non-ferrous metal from individuals and contractors across the surrounding Waldo County area. Its own price list covers #1 steel and cast iron, aluminum, brass, clean brass radiators, ACSR wire, and lead products including clean lead and lead wheel weights. This is a scrap buyer, not a municipal transfer station or a household recycling drop-off, so bring sellable metal rather than general trash. Call ahead for current prices and to confirm what the yard is taking that day.
What Brown Metal Recycling Accepts
What they do not accept
The yard publishes a scrap-metal price list, not a household materials list. As a scrap buyer it does not function as a transfer station for household trash, electronics, or general recycling; call to confirm whether cars, appliances, or other items are taken.
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · Scrap-metal buyer open to individuals and contractors. Call ahead for current prices and to confirm accepted items; Maine scrap yards commonly require ID for payouts though this yard does not state its policy publicly.
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metals does Brown's Metal Recycling buy?
Its price list covers #1 steel and cast iron, aluminum, brass and clean brass radiators, ACSR wire, and lead products including clean lead and lead wheel weights. Call 207-223-5338 for current pricing.
Is Brown's Metal Recycling a drop-off for household recycling?
No. It is a scrap-metal buyer, not a municipal transfer station or curbside-style recycling center. Bring sellable scrap metal rather than general household trash or recycling.
What are Brown's Metal Recycling hours?
Per its website the yard is open Monday through Thursday 8 AM to 4 PM and Friday 8 AM to 3 PM, closed weekends. Prices change, so call before hauling a load.
Does Brown's Metal Recycling take cars or appliances?
The website lists only scrap-metal grades and does not confirm cars or appliances. Call 207-223-5338 to ask before bringing a vehicle or appliance, as freon-bearing appliances often have special handling.
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