Metal Buyer &
Catalytic Converter Recycler

Specializing in industrial recycling and buying ferrous and non-ferrous metals from public consumers.

Catalytic Converters

Gaylord Containers

Roll Off Services

Metal Recycling

Sustainability

About McNichols Scrap Iron & Metal

Partner with McNichols
Scrap Iron an Metal

We specialize in recycling catalytic converters and other valuable metals from commercial and industrial partners, offering competitive rates and reliable service. Public customers are also welcome to bring in ferrous and non-ferrous metals. As a fully compliant, environmentally responsible operation, we follow all local, state, and federal regulations to ensure safe, ethical recycling.

Commercial Public

Commercial

We provide reliable container services and tailored scrap solutions to keep your business running efficiently.

Commercial

Public

Bring in your ferrous and non-ferrous metals and receive top dollar on the spot for your recyclable scrap.

Public

Mcnichols Scrap Iron & Metal

What We Buy

We purchase Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals. As an environmentally conscious company, we abide by all state, city, and federal laws and regulation that pertain to our industry.

Copper

Aluminum

Brass

Industrial Scrap

Catalytic Converters

Alloys

Household Appliances

Stainless Steel

Our Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

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Mouse Romita

3 weeks ago

Always wonderful people and great service at mcnichols scrap yard. Brandon is the best.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words and the 5-star review. We’ll pass your compliment along to Brandon and the rest of the team. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.

keelan rai

3 weeks ago

THE BEST DETROIT scrap yard! I have been going here since i was 16 , my grandfather was a loyal customer also, always friendly and makes sure you get your money . It also give me a piece of mind that the metal isn’t ending up in a land fill

Response from the owner:Keelan, thank you for your glowing review and for trusting us since you were 16, and for your grandfather’s loyalty as well. We're glad our team treats you well and that you feel confident your scrap is being recycled responsibly. It means a lot that you call us the best Detroit scrap yard. We look forward to serving you for many more years.

Roshawn Johnson

1 month ago

Good place to discard metal materials laying around the house taking up space and get money for it. Fast and friendly service.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the great review, Roshawn. We’re glad you found a convenient way to clear space and earn money and that our team provided fast, friendly service. We appreciate your business and look forward to helping you again.

Karen Stevens

2 months ago

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had a great experience with McNichols Scrap Iron & Metal! They made the entire recycling process quick, easy, and hassle-free. The staff was friendly, professional, and efficient from start to finish. We had been looking for a new place to recycle our scrap, and we're happy to say we've found it. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend them to anyone looking for an honest and easy recycling experience!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Karen. We're thrilled to hear you found the recycling process quick, easy and hassle-free. We appreciate your kind words about our team and your recommendation, and we look forward to serving you again.

Lila Barlow

2 months ago

This is the best place to take your scrap. You get good money fair market value

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the great review, Lila. We're glad you feel you're getting fair market value and a good return for your scrap. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you again.

Idris Hobdy

2 months ago

I’ve been coming here for years. Great service and the price is always right. I recommend you scrap here!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Idris, for being a loyal customer for years and for the 5-star review. We're glad our service and pricing continue to meet your expectations. We appreciate you recommending others to scrap here. We look forward to seeing you again and will keep delivering great service.

Kiana Allan

2 months ago

Branded is very helpful when come the yard is never long waiting time just pull and dump easy going

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kiana! We’re glad our team makes the yard experience quick and easy for you. We appreciate you noticing our short wait times and friendly service. We look forward to helping you again soon.

Logan Horner

2 months ago

Have been coming here for years and have had a good repour made, good bunch of folk and easy on the unload process

Response from the owner:Thanks so much, Logan! We're glad you've felt welcomed over the years and that our team makes the unloading process easy. We appreciate your loyalty and kind words. Looking forward to seeing you again.

yes no

2 months ago

Best junkyard in Detroit been going here since I started scraping would recommend

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review and for being a loyal customer since you started scraping. We appreciate the recommendation and are glad you consider us the best junkyard in Detroit. Looking forward to helping you with any future parts or scrap needs.

Lisa Hubbard

3 months ago

I love the personable and friendly environment here. Daryle and Javon are always smiling and welcoming. Thanks bunches

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Lisa. We're thrilled you enjoy our personable, friendly environment and we'll share your kind words with Daryle and Javon. Your feedback means a lot to our team and we look forward to seeing you again.

Don NiNo

3 months ago

Had a very good experience at McNichols scrap good prices and I was in and out fast just ask for Joey rob or Brandon

Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the great review, Don! We're glad you had a fast visit and found our prices competitive. We'll pass your kind words along to Joey, Rob, and Brandon. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you again.

Javon Johnson

3 months ago

A++++++++++ ask for Javon when you come up here his the best on the team and will get you out fast

Response from the owner:Thanks for the amazing review and recommendation! We’ll share your praise with Javon; he’ll be thrilled to hear it. We’re glad he got you out fast and appreciate you telling others to ask for him.

Kyle

3 months ago

Excellent scrap yard with friendly staff, fair prices, and a well-organized facility.

Response from the owner:Thanks for the great review, Kyle! We’re glad our team, fair pricing, and organized facility made your visit a positive one. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to helping you again.

Anthony H.

3 months ago

They are the greatest, been using their services for over 20 yrs. Plan on continuing with them 👍😄

Response from the owner:Anthony, thank you so much for your loyalty and for the great review. We’re honored to have served you for over 20 years and look forward to many more. If you ever need anything, we’re always here to help.

Carolyn Knebler

1 year ago

Good prices for batteries and alternators actually they good for a lot of medal. Fun guys that work there.

Anthony

2 years ago

Always friendly always top dollar no complaints my way. When ever i get scrape this is my 1st choice

Response from the owner:Thank you we appreciate your business and the kind words!!!

Mike Stapley

2 years ago

One of the very few scrap yards that are in compliance with the city of Detroit and my goto for taking in my scrap metals in Detroit

Anthony Hewitt

3 years ago

Always a pleasure there very helpful if you don't know what metal you have always willing to help when needed

Shane Johns

5 years ago

Great company. Been doing business with them for years. Sometimes it's a little crowded in the lot but fair on pricing. V

antoine bowman

5 years ago

Antoine construction Co licensed builders since 1996 has been selling metal's to McNichols scrap iton&Metal's since 1996

Ernest Washington

5 years ago

Good place glad they do business so close wish they had a plastic recycling place you can go and get a couple of $ to drop off plastic,& glass bottles etc.....