Pittston, Pennsylvania

Turn Your Scrap Metal Into Real Value

Fair prices. Honest weigh-ins. Decades of experience serving Northeast Pennsylvania's homeowners, contractors, and businesses with responsible metal recycling.

Licensed & Insured
Same-Day Pickup Available
Competitive Market Prices

What We Do

Comprehensive Metal Recycling Services

From a single appliance to a full commercial load, we handle it all with professionalism and fair pricing.

Residential Scrap Metal

Clearing out the garage, basement, or yard? We buy household scrap metal at fair weights. Old appliances, gutters, roofing, wiring — bring it in or call for pickup.

Commercial & Industrial

Contractors, demolishers, and manufacturers — we process high-volume metal recycling with consistent pricing and reliable scheduling for your operation.

Auto & Automotive Metal

Old car parts, radiators, catalytic converters, engine blocks, and automotive scrap. We handle automotive metals with care and pay top dollar per pound.

Construction Debris

Rebar, steel beams, conduit, siding, and structural steel from renovation and demolition sites. We sort, weigh, and pay on the spot.

Pickup & Hauling

Can't bring it to us? For larger loads, we offer pickup service throughout the Pittston area and surrounding communities. Just give us a call.

Fair & Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees, no surprises. We weigh your metal on calibrated scales, tell you the price per pound before the transaction, and pay promptly.

Metal recycling yard with organized scrap piles
Close-up of sorted recyclable metals
Serving Northeast PA with reliable metal recycling

About Us

A Pillar of the Pittston Community

Whitey's Metal Recycling has been a trusted name in Pittston, Pennsylvania for years — serving homeowners, tradespeople, and businesses who need a straightforward, dependable place to recycle their scrap metal.

We know that when you're hauling metal, you want two things: a fair price and someone who treats your time with respect. That's exactly what we deliver every day. Our facility on Aston Mountain Road is equipped to handle everything from a few pounds of copper wire to a full truckload of structural steel.

Sustainability isn't just a buzzword for us — it's the reason we do what we do. Every ton of metal we recycle keeps waste out of landfills and returns valuable materials to the manufacturing cycle. When you bring your scrap to Whitey's, you're doing your part for the environment and putting money back in your pocket.

Transparent pricing — no bait-and-switch
Calibrated scales — you get what you're owed
Environmentally responsible recycling
Flexible pickup for larger loads

What We Buy

Non-Ferrous & Ferrous Metals Accepted

We purchase a wide range of scrap metals. When in doubt, call us — we'll let you know if it's something we can take.

Copper

Wire, piping, tubing, bus bars, cable — bare bright, insulated, and everything in between.

Aluminum

Sheet, extrusions, engine blocks, radiators, cans, and siding. All forms accepted.

Brass

Plumbing fixtures, valves, faucets, hardware, and decorative brass items.

Stainless Steel

Kitchen equipment, industrial parts, railings, and fabricated stainless components.

Lead

Batteries, sheet lead, cable sheathing, and industrial lead components.

Steel & Iron

Rebar, structural steel, cast iron appliances, radiators, and heavy melon steel.

Automotive

Catalytic converters, aluminum wheels, radiators, transmissions, and whole vehicles.

Appliances

Refrigerators, washing machines, ovens, dryers, and other white goods — motors and compressors included.

Pricing fluctuates with the market. Call us for current per-pound rates — we'll give you an honest answer.

How It Works

Three Simple Steps

Getting paid for your scrap metal shouldn't be complicated. Here's how easy it is at Whitey's.

01

Call or Bring It In

Give us a ring at (570) 614-3383 to ask about current prices and what we're buying, or simply bring your metal to our facility at 194 Aston Mountain Road. For large loads, we can arrange a pickup.

02

We Weigh & Quote

Our team sorts and weighs your materials on calibrated scales. We tell you the price per pound upfront — no games, no last-minute adjustments. You'll always know exactly what you're getting before we proceed.

03

You Get Paid

Once you're satisfied with the quote, we complete the transaction on the spot. Cash, check, or whatever works for you — the payment is yours immediately, no waiting, no holds.

Ready to Turn Your Scrap Into Cash?

Whether it's a handful of copper wire or a truckload of steel, Whitey's Metal Recycling treats every customer the same — with honesty, fairness, and respect. Stop by or give us a call today.

Get In Touch

Visit Us or Give a Call

We're conveniently located in Pittston and happy to answer any questions about what we buy, current pricing, or scheduling a pickup.

Address 194 Aston Mountain Rd
Pittston, PA 18640-9501
Hours Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday – Sunday: Closed
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