Estimating Value

Estimating What Your Scrap Load Is Worth Before You Call

Practical answers on weight, price per kilogram and realistic deductions, so you know what to expect before you ring a buyer.

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About This Site

Why ScrapMetalPrice.com.au Exists

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Most people ring a buyer with no idea what their scrap is worth and accept whatever they hear. A five-minute estimate puts you in a stronger position. This site shows you how to make one.

When you have your estimate, ScrapTrade shows current market prices and lets you compare offers from verified buyers, with payment held securely until the deal is confirmed.

What You Get

A Five-Minute Estimate

Weigh and Sort

How to get a good weight and a sensible split by metal.

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Allow for Reality

Deductions, margins and why the first offer is lower.

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Estimate Any Load

From a Bucket to a Trailer

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Who This Is For

Anyone About to Ring a Buyer

H

Householders

Want to know if a pile is worth the trip? Start here.

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T

Tradies

Learn how to value a bin of offcuts quickly.

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C

Clearers

Understand what a whole clearance might be worth.

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Ready Sellers

Estimate done and want real offers?

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Ready to Test Your Estimate?

Check current prices on ScrapTrade and compare offers from verified buyers, with escrow-protected payment.

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