This rating is based on customer reviews, inventory size, pricing, and service quality
In Petaluma, CA, Petaluma Junk Company shows a mixed-to-negative trend: 43/100 overall from recent feedback. Many sellers report low scrap payouts for copper, while buyers note surprisingly high parts prices and little willingness to negotiate. Strengths include quirky, sizable inventory variety and occasional, helpful staff. Common complaints cite aggressive or intimidating interactions. Yard organization, ease of finding parts, and wait times aren’t consistently mentioned, so clarity there is limited. Good for unique finds, but pricing/value is the main concern.
What clients say about Petaluma Junk Company in Petaluma (CA)
They say they take all metals. First off don't advertise that if it's not true. I just tried to take a load of Bob wire down there and yes it was messy . They refused to deal with it, thus wasting quite a bit of my time. And all of this could have been avoided if they just answer their damn phone. Second bad experience I've had with them. Would never recommend.
I came here looking to scrap bare copper, the gentleman offered me $1.25 a pound. Internet states $3.50 a pound, I questioned him on that and his response was, I’m only going to give you $1.25 lb and I don’t care what the internet says.
I didn’t use his services, I proceeded to check with Aaron recycling in Oakland and they offered me $3.50 lb.
If you want to be robbed go here
There must be some disconnect between what they are selling and what they think they are selling and their prices reflect that. They should replace the word "junk" in their name with something more appropriate like maybe platinum. They would rather something in their yard rust away to nothing, then come down on their price. If you dare to try and negotiate on a price, they look at you like you said the most stupid thing ever. Don't waste your time looking here, unless of course, you like abuse.
I go there as a buyer. I give it four stars just for the great and odd stuff and great (and a bit odd) folks who work there.
I have rarely felt I got a deal, however. Pricing is surprisingly high. They might have 400 of something, but pricing reflects no great desire to sell any.
But, love the place. If not for pricing, six stars.
this place is crazy they try to low ball you and if you are not interested in there services they will get in your face with intimidation tactics not cool!!!
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