Mid-Carolina Steel & Recycling

Recycling Center in Columbia, South Carolina

📍 7425 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
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📞 +1 803-786-9888 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

One of Columbia's longest-serving scrap metal dealers, Mid-Carolina Steel & Recycling buys aluminum, copper, brass, lead, and ferrous scrap from the public on Fairfield Road.

What this location Accepts

✓ Aluminum (all grades, including cans)
✓ Brass (all grades)
✓ Copper (all grades)
✓ Lead
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Nickel and zinc
✓ Iron and steel (ferrous scrap)
✓ Appliances (refrigerators/AC units must have CFCs certified as removed)
✓ Lead-acid batteries
✓ Electric motors
✓ Radiators and heater cores
✓ Catalytic converters
✓ Insulated electrical wiring
✓ Starters and alternators
✓ Chain-link fencing and compressors
✓ Small propane tanks (valve removed, tank cut in half)

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What they do not accept

✕ Tires
✕ Hazardous metals or radioactive materials
✕ Paint cans
✕ Closed containers with chemicals or fluids
✕ Concrete or porcelain
✕ TVs and computer monitors
✕ Trash, glass, paper, plastic
✕ Cemetery markers and vases
✕ Railroad iron, manholes, grates, fire hydrants
✕ Shopping carts
✕ Kegs
✕ Flammable materials

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to remove Freon from my refrigerator before bringing it to Mid-Carolina Steel?

Yes. Appliances containing CFCs or refrigerants must have a certified freon-removal certificate before they will be accepted. Contact them at 803-786-9888 or Recycling@mid-carolinasteel.com for details.

Does Mid-Carolina Steel accept small propane tanks?

Yes, with conditions: the valve must be removed and the tank cut in half to be accepted. Intact pressurized cylinders are not allowed.

Are prices paid on the same day at Mid-Carolina Steel?

The facility pays for accepted scrap; pricing varies by commodity and market conditions. Call 803-786-9888 or email Recycling@mid-carolinasteel.com before your visit to confirm current rates.

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Contact & Location

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7425 Fairfield Rd, Columbia, SC 29203
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City / State
Columbia, South Carolina

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 8:00 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday Closed

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