Where to Sell Scrap Metal at a High Price — 7 Tips

How to choose a scrap metal collection point in Odessa

The price difference between scrap metal collection points in Odessa can reach 20-30%, especially for non-ferrous metals. Below are 7 practical tips to help you sell scrap for more.

1. Work directly with plants, not middlemen

Collection points with direct contracts with plants (like Avto-Vikom, operating since 1998) can pay clients more because they don't share margin with intermediaries.

2. Check the price by phone before your trip

Scrap metal prices change daily. Before driving across town, call and confirm the current price for your specific metal type.

3. Sort your scrap by type in advance

Mixed scrap is almost always valued at the price of the cheapest metal in the batch. Separate copper, aluminium, brass, and ferrous scrap into different containers beforehand.

4. Insist on weighing on certified scales in your presence

Reputable collection points always weigh scrap in the client's presence on certified scales.

5. Use free spectral analysis

Good collection points offer free spectral analysis right on site in 30 seconds — this prevents underestimating the metal grade and, consequently, the price.

6. Sell large batches — free pickup is more profitable

For volumes from 1 tonne, most serious collection points, including Avto-Vikom, arrange free pickup across Odessa and the region.

7. Check that the collection point operates officially

Officially operating collection points issue documents for received scrap — important for both legal entities and peace of mind for individuals.