Turn Your Copper Scrap Into Value
Have copper left over from a plumbing project, electrical work, or a property cleanout? McNichols Scrap Iron & Metal buys copper scrap from homeowners, contractors, and businesses in Detroit. From old copper piping to insulated wire, we help you turn unwanted materials into value with competitive pricing and experienced service.
Serving the community since 1926, we make it easy to find a copper recycling solution for your scrap.


Copper Scrap We Buy
We purchase a variety of copper materials, including:
- Copper wire: Electrical wire, cables, and conductors.
- Insulated copper wire: Copper wiring with its protective covering.
- Copper pipes and tubing: Materials from plumbing and water heating systems.
- Sheet copper: Copper sheets and scrap pieces.
- Household copper: Miscellaneous copper items from household projects and cleanouts.
Not sure what you have? Our team can help identify your material and answer questions about whether we accept it.
Turn Your Copper Scrap Into Value
Have copper left over from a plumbing project, electrical work, or a property cleanout? McNichols Scrap Iron & Metal buys copper scrap from homeowners, contractors, and businesses in Detroit. From old copper piping to insulated wire, we help you turn unwanted materials into value with competitive pricing and experienced service.
Serving the community since 1926, we make it easy to find a recycling solution for your scrap.


Copper Scrap We Buy
We purchase a variety of copper materials, including:
- Copper wire: Electrical wire, cables, and conductors.
- Insulated copper wire: Copper wiring with its protective covering.
- Copper pipes and tubing: Materials from plumbing and water heating systems.
- Sheet copper: Copper sheets and scrap pieces.
- Household copper: Miscellaneous copper items from household projects and cleanouts.
Not sure what you have? Our team can help identify your material and answer questions about whether we accept it.
Get Current Copper Scrap Pricing
Have a load of copper to sell? Contact McNichols for current material pricing before you visit. Tell us what type of copper you have and approximately how much you plan to bring so we can help you get started.
For questions about identification requirements and payment procedures, review our frequently asked questions.


Copper Recycling for Contractors and Businesses
Electrical work, plumbing replacements, and construction projects can leave your business with copper scrap to manage. McNichols works with electricians, plumbers, general contractors, and industrial customers to support their recycling needs.
For businesses generating larger or ongoing volumes of scrap, our commercial and industrial services include container options to help organize materials and keep work areas clear. Contact our team to discuss a solution for your operation.
Bring Your Copper Scrap to McNichols
Whether you’re clearing out a few copper items or managing scrap from regular projects, McNichols Scrap Iron & Metal is ready to help.
Visit us at 6500 E. McNichols Rd., Detroit, MI 48212, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Learn more about the benefits of copper recycling from the International Copper Association.
Call (313) 365-6100 for current copper pricing and questions about your materials.
