Question 1

What are ferrous metals?

Accepted Answer

Ferrous Metals are those that a magnet will stick to.  Ferrous metals contain some form of iron, which gives them their magnetic qualities.
 
Great examples of Ferrous Metals are:  Cast Iron, Steel, and Wrought Iron

Question 2

What are non-ferrous metals?

Accepted Answer

Non-Ferrous Metals are those that are a magnet will NOT stick to.  These metals do not contain appreciable amounts of iron--the reason why they posess no magnetic qualities.  Generally more expensive than ferrous metals, non-ferrous metals are used because of desireable properties such as low weight, higher conductivity, and resistance to corrosion.
 
Non-Ferrous Metals include:  Aluminum, Copper, and Lead

Question 3

What does 'clean scrap' mean?

Accepted Answer

'Clean scrap' means that the metal is free from contaminants such as plastic, rubber, insulation, glass, wood, tar, etc.  In the case of non-ferrous (non-magnetic) metals, iron/steel can also be considered a contaminant, thus making your material 'dirty'.
 
To receive the full value of the metal in question, it must be 'clean'.

Question 4

What is an alloy?

Accepted Answer

An alloy is a metal created by using a mixture of metals or a mixture of metal and other substances, to make the metal stronger, harder, lighter, or better in some other way.
 
Common alloys include: Brass, Cast Iron, and Stainless Steel

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DEFINITIONS AND CLASSIFICATIONS

What are ferrous metals?

What are non-ferrous metals?

What does 'clean scrap' mean?

What is an alloy?

POLICIES AND REQUIREMENTS

What is required to sell scrap to D&W Salvage, Inc.?

What method of payment do you use?

Can someone else bring in my scrap for me?

Do I need to sort my scrap?

I've sorted out multiple items, but I only have one vehicle. Do I need to make multiple trips to sell my scrap, or can I bring all my items in at one time?

Will you unload my scrap material for me?

How is large equipment or other heavy scrap off-loaded?

Will my scrap fit on your scale?

How often are scrap prices changed?

Are the prices on your website current/accurate/up-to-date?

Do you pick up scrap iron and metal?

Do you sell auto parts or other pieces of metal?

WEIGHT

How many pounds are in a net ton?

Is there a minimum or maximum weight that you will purchase?

How much does the average battery weigh?

How much does a car weigh?

VEHICLES

Do I need the title to sell my vehicle for scrap?

What if I Cannot Find the Title to my Vehicle?

What if there is still a loan/lein on my scrap vehicle?

What do I do with the tires on my vehicle?

Can I just pay you to keep the tires from my vehicle?

Does my vehicle have to be complete?

Can you pick up my vehicle so I can remove the ________? (insert any part name here)

My vehicle runs perfectly fine. Is it worth more?

How much does my car weigh?

Is the weight listed on the title the weight of my vehicle?

There is a sticker attached to my vehicle that lists weights. Is this the weight of my vehicle?

Do I have to remove the gas tank/fluids from my vehicle?

What happens to my vehicle after it arrives at D&amp;W?

WHAT WE WILL OR WILL NOT BUY

Do you buy tires?

Do you buy cardboard?

Do you buy electric motors?

Do you buy windows and doors?

What type of batteries do you buy?

Do you buy TVs &amp; computer monitors?

Do you buy propane, acetylene, oxygen, and/or fuel tanks?

Do you buy extension cords/household cords?

Do you buy coaxial cable as insulated copper wire?

Do you buy Christmas lights, computer cables, and/or phone cables?

Do you buy trailer homes, campers, and/or motor homes?

Do you buy fiberglass boats?

Do you buy refrigerators, freezers, and/or air conditioners?

Do you buy appliances (stoves, washing machines, dishwashers)?

CONTAINERS

How do your container services work?

How do I go about requesting a roll-off container for my scrap?

Can I get a container for my shingles, wood, insulation and siding from a house demolition, garbage, etc.?

I would like a 10-yard roll-off container. Can you help?

Can I place vehicles in a roll-off container?

What happens to my vehicle after it arrives at D&W?

Do you buy TVs & computer monitors?