Harmon Scrap Metal – Athens, AL

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Harmon Scrap Metal Athens specializes in purchasing all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. We serve Athens, Huntsville, and surrounding areas with scrap metal recycling services for commercial accounts and the general public from this location. Come see us today!

Payment Guidelines

Our payment guidelines for individuals are based on State of Alabama laws and regulations.  You will need to provide a valid photo ID in order to have a check made payable to you as payment for your scrap along with the vehicle license tag number and state of issue (or VIN if no tag is available). If you are representing a business that is selling scrap, please bring a business card for verification and we will provide a check for payment on the same day or the payment can be mailed.

Please call our office if you have any questions or need clarification on our payment guidelines.

Learn more about the Alabama scrap metal laws here.

What We Don’t Accept

• PCB/Transformers/Capacitors/Light Ballast
• Hazardous waste (including asbestos)
• Any CFCs without notification 
• Cylinders or other containers of compressed gas (including propane) 
• NiCad-Batteries
• Radioactive materials
• Mercury/mercury switches
• Lead iron pipes
• Military materials
• Ammunition, firearms, explosives 
• Sealed containers
• Liquids of any type
• Radioactive materials
• Flammable materials
• Trash, garbage, concrete, and other non-recyclable items such as plastic
• Broken, cracked, or leaking batteries
• Materials with strong or objectionable odors
• Grave markers