Scrap Metal Recycling in Sanford and Durham, NC
Serving individuals, businesses and industrial customers across Central North Carolina since 1975.
A North Carolina Scrap Metal Recycling Company Since 1975
Clear Recycling has served Central North Carolina’s scrap metal recycling needs since 1975. Originally founded as Lee Iron & Metal, Co., the company became Clear Recycling in 2025 while continuing the same long-standing commitment to safe operations, fair service and responsible metal recycling.
Headquartered in Sanford, NC, Clear Recycling now serves customers from locations in Sanford and Durham. Individuals, contractors, businesses and industrial facilities can bring in accepted scrap metal or contact our team about container service, pickup options and larger recycling needs.
Accepted Scrap Metal Materials
Clear Recycling buys a wide range of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal from individuals, contractors, businesses and industrial customers in Sanford, Durham and surrounding areas of Central North Carolina.
Junk Car Recycling
Clear Recycling makes getting rid of your junk car simple, fast, and straightforward. We handle the hard work so you can focus on getting a fair payout.
Our goal is to ensure you get the maximum value for your junk vehicle quickly.
Learn more about the types of vehicles we accept, our recycling process, what documents you need to salvage your car, and why customers choose Clear Recycling to get rid of their junk cars.
Scrap Metal Pickup and Container Service
Clear Recycling can also help with scrap metal shipping, pickup and on-site removal needs. We work with commercial and industrial customers throughout Central North Carolina and can also help coordinate domestic and international scrap metal shipping.
Save time, money and trips to the scrap yard with our pickup and on-site removal options. We offer roll-off containers in various sizes for job sites, businesses and ongoing industrial scrap metal recycling needs.
We can drop off a container at your location and pick it up when you are done. Contact our team to discuss the type of scrap metal, amount of material and service needed.
Sanford, NC
Our Physical Address is:
Hours of Operation:
- Open now: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Monday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Sunday Closed
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Durham, NC
Our Physical Address is:
Hours of Operation:
- Open now: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Monday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm Sunday Closed
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Why Choose Clear Recycling
Scrap Metal Recycling FAQs
When was Clear Recycling founded?
Clear Recycling was founded in 1975 as Lee Iron & Metal, Co. In 2025, the business became Clear Recycling. While the name changed, the company continues to serve customers throughout Central North Carolina.
Where is Clear Recycling located?
Clear Recycling is headquartered in Sanford, NC. We also have a location in Durham, NC.
Customers can visit either location to recycle accepted scrap metal.
What scrap metal does Clear Recycling buy?
We buy many types of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal, including:
- Steel
- Cast iron
- Sheet iron
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Lead
- Stainless steel
- Car parts and engines
- Catalytic converters
- Scrap appliances
- Qualifying junk cars
Please review our full accepted materials list before your visit.
Does Clear Recycling work with individuals and businesses?
Yes. We work with individuals, contractors, businesses and industrial customers.
Whether you have a few items to recycle or ongoing scrap metal needs, our team can help you understand your options.
How does scrap metal recycling work?
When you arrive, one of our team members will greet you and let you know where to go.
We will help direct you to the right unloading area and weigh your materials. Once everything is weighed, you will receive a receipt and get paid.
What materials does Clear Recycling not accept?
We do not accept:
- Household garbage
- General waste
- Wood
- Plastic
- CRT televisions or monitors
- Items containing mercury
- Pressurized or sealed tanks
- Tires attached to steel rims
If you are not sure whether we accept an item, please call before your visit.
Does Clear Recycling offer scrap metal pickup?
Yes. Clear Recycling offers scrap metal pickup and on-site removal options for qualifying businesses and industrial customers.
We also have containers available in different sizes for job sites and ongoing recycling needs. Contact us to learn more.
