Scrap Yards in Glasgow
1 scrap metal dealer listed in Glasgow. All yards pay by bank transfer in accordance with UK law.
Guide to Glasgow Scrap Yards
Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and its most active scrap metal market. Yards are concentrated along the Clyde corridor — Govan, Kinning Park, and Pacific Quay — with additional dealers in the East End and the Parkhead area.
How to choose a scrap yard in Glasgow: Pacific Quay and Govan yards have the best facilities for larger loads. For domestic quantities of copper or aluminium, yards in Shettleston or Parkhead are accessible from the East End.
What to bring: Photo ID is a legal requirement under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013, which applies in Scotland. Bring your driving licence or passport, along with bank account details.
How pricing works: The weighbridge operator grades your metal, deducts any contamination or non-metal weight, and makes an offer per kg.
Tips: Glasgow's large tenement housing stock is a consistent source of copper plumbing material. Lead from tenement roof repairs also turns up regularly.
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Submit a PriceScrap Yard FAQs – Glasgow
Do Glasgow scrap yards pay cash?
No. The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 applies in Scotland. All licensed Glasgow yards must pay by bank transfer or cheque.
Are Glasgow scrap prices the same as England?
Yes, broadly. Glasgow tracks UK commodity benchmarks closely and prices are typically within a few percent of the national average.
What ID is needed at Glasgow scrap yards?
A driving licence or passport is required. The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 applies across Scotland.