Idaho Scrap Metal Prices - USA

Selling scrap metal offers a great opportunity to earn some extra cash or even make a living from the most dedicated. This is certainly the case in Idaho, known as the "Gem State" of the USA. Even though it's mostly known for its potatoes, metal is certainly always in demand here.

We have researched the laws and regulations in Idaho that govern the sale of scrap metal in Idaho and summarized the most important rules for you. Firstly, for any transaction over $10 the scrap yard is required to keep record of the license plate of the sellers vehicle. Alternatively, the scrap yard can keep a record of the driving license of the seller. Law enforcement have the power to force and scrap yard to hold any items for up to 10 days, if needed for an investigation. All payments will be made by check for all transactions. Finally, note that scrap yards will be required to keep notes of all transactions for at least 3 years.

Now that you know what the laws are, you need to know where to sell your scrap. We have done the research and found some great scrap yards around Idaho.

Firstly, let's take a look at the scrap yards around Boise, the state capital. There are many great scrap yards in Boise but the ones that stood out to us are United Metal Recycling, Junk Holler and Diamond Street Recycling.

Idaho's second largest city Meridian, has many scrap yards for its size. The real standout ones that we recommend are PC Recyclers and Advanced Auto Parts.

Below is a list of cities in Idaho for which we have looked up the latest scrap metal prices and the best scrap yards.