Factors that influence scrap value
- Metal type – copper, aluminium, brass, steel and stainless each have different values.
- Grade and purity – clean, sorted metal is assessed differently from mixed loads.
- Weight – quantity is a major driver of the overall value.
- Contamination – plastic, soil, oil, concrete or attached steel.
- Condition and form – sheet, wire, solid or fragmented.
- Prevailing market conditions – which change over time.
Checklist for requesting a quote
- Clear photographs of the material in daylight.
- The metal types you believe you have.
- Estimated weight or quantity.
- Whether the material is sorted or mixed.
- Any attachments such as plastic, glass or steel fixings.
- Collection address and access details.
What happens next
We review your details and discuss the material with you. Where required, the material is identified and weighed, and the buying price is discussed and confirmed before the sale. Never agree to release material before the price and terms are clear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you tell me the price per kilo now?
Pricing depends on the actual material and current market conditions, so it is confirmed after identification.
Why do prices change?
Scrap values follow market conditions, which move over time.
Does sorting increase value?
Clean, sorted metal is generally easier to value than mixed loads.
Is the price fixed once quoted?
Terms are confirmed before the sale. Ask us how long a discussed price applies.
How do I request a valuation?
Send photographs, quantities and your location by WhatsApp or call.
Contact Zahid Scrap Buyer
Ready to discuss your scrap metal price valuation enquiry? Call +971 54 428 8350 or send photographs and details on WhatsApp.
