Alter Metal Recycling - Cedar Rapids

Alter Metal Recycling - Cedar Rapids A worldwide leader in scrap metal recycling for over 125 years.

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08/24/2026

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Metal recycling is part of a larger cycle that helps reduce waste and supports manufacturing nationwide. It’s a good hab...
08/19/2026

Metal recycling is part of a larger cycle that helps reduce waste and supports manufacturing nationwide. It’s a good habit, and a smart way to earn something back for things you no longer need.

If the garage, basement, or shed needs a reset before school starts, now’s a good time to scrap what you’re no longer us...
08/14/2026

If the garage, basement, or shed needs a reset before school starts, now’s a good time to scrap what you’re no longer using. Old bikes, shelving, broken tools, metal furniture—if it’s metal, we’ll take a look!

Start the school year with a little more space (and a little extra cash in your pocket).

This is because non-ferrous metals do not contain iron. Rust is a specific type of corrosion that only happens when iron...
08/10/2026

This is because non-ferrous metals do not contain iron. Rust is a specific type of corrosion that only happens when iron reacts with oxygen and water.

It's go time this Saturday! The No. 96 Alter Trading Corporation Chevy Camaro is ready to bring the heat at the Hy-Vee 2...
08/07/2026

It's go time this Saturday! The No. 96 Alter Trading Corporation Chevy Camaro is ready to bring the heat at the Hy-Vee 250!

Watch Anthony Alfredo and Viking Motorsports take on Iowa Speedway as they go wheel-to-wheel in one of the season's most exciting races.

• Event: Hy-Vee 250 at Iowa Speedway
• Date: Saturday, August 8
• Time: 4:00 PM CT
• TV Channel: The CW

Tune in, cheer on the No. 96, and watch recycled metal power performance on the track!

Traci, our Yard Administrator, is retiring after 23 years of helping our customers with a friendly smile each and every ...
08/07/2026

Traci, our Yard Administrator, is retiring after 23 years of helping our customers with a friendly smile each and every day.

Thank you for being a wonderful part of the team. Enjoy your well-earned retirement!

Not sure what kind of metal you’ve got? Start with a magnet.If it sticks, it’s ferrous (like steel or iron); if it doesn...
08/05/2026

Not sure what kind of metal you’ve got? Start with a magnet.

If it sticks, it’s ferrous (like steel or iron); if it doesn’t, it’s non-ferrous - an easy way to check and separate your metals before you bring them in!

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07/31/2026

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Renovation season is in full swing, and if you're tearing anything out this summer, pay attention to what's going in the...
07/28/2026

Renovation season is in full swing, and if you're tearing anything out this summer, pay attention to what's going in the dumpster.

A lot of valuable scrap gets thrown away during demo jobs because people don't realize its value. Here's what to pull out before the dumpster fills up:
- Aluminum window and door frames
- Copper plumbing pipe and fittings
- Electrical wire and breaker boxes
- Steel structural supports, beams, and hardware
- Old baseboard heaters and radiators
- Steel door frames and hinges
- Old HVAC components
- Stainless steel sinks and appliances

Contractors: we work with demo and construction crews regularly and can handle large loads. Call ahead for large commercial volumes and we'll make sure your drop-off goes smoothly.

Copper is one of the most valuable metals you can bring to the yard — and your home probably has more of it than you thi...
07/23/2026

Copper is one of the most valuable metals you can bring to the yard — and your home probably has more of it than you think.

Here's where copper hides:
- Electrical wiring — especially in older homes (pre-1970s often used thicker gauge)
- Plumbing pipe — especially in older construction before PVC became standard
- Radiators and baseboard heating systems
- Extension cords and appliance cords (insulated copper wire)
- Old electronics — TVs, computers, and appliances contain copper components
- AC unit coils — copper refrigerant lines are valuable
- Fittings, valves, and shut-off valves

If you’re renovating your home and gutting a bathroom, kitchen, or basement, don't throw that copper in the dumpster — bring it to Alter!

Address

6305 11th Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA
52404

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 3:30pm

Telephone

(319) 366-0441

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