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Ostrinsky Scrap in Manchester Township, CT scores 80/100. Overall sentiment is upbeat: many praise the friendly, family‑style service, quick in/out, help unloading, fair-to-strong payouts, and an organized yard; small perks like water/ice cream and Saturday hours stand out. Consistent complaints involve pricing transparency (some cite low prices, can’t see the scale, metals weighed together, or math errors). A few note rudeness at the desk, confusing lines, tight parking, and occasional closures or slow periods. Wait times are often short but not always. Parts/inventory details are unclear for this site.
What clients say about Ostrinsky Scrap in Manchester Township (CT)
Ok so the main two reasons i gave this business a two star is the short weeks open...and then i travel there to get a good price for my copper and i arrived at 1pm to find doors locked but no closed sign, all signs say they should be open, so i call to get a recording saying the same hours.....such a let down and waste of gas.
Ostrinsky scrap is the best scrap yard in the business. This place is the most organized yard I’ve been to. Bill is the most friendly and respectful scrap yard owner/operator I’ve ever dealt with. Great prices, and they treat you like family.
I recently visited Ostrinski Scrap to recycle copper pipe and electrical cables, and I had a great experience. The service was friendly and efficient — they even helped me unload my materials, which made the process much easier. I also enjoyed a great conversation with the owner, who was knowledgeable and welcoming. Overall, a smooth and pleasant visit. I’ll definitely be coming back again!
Hands down the worst people I’ve ever dealt with. The attitude, especially from the guy at the front desk, was absolutely unacceptable. I was completely respectful, and he had the audacity to be rude and actually told me, “Don’t come back here again.” Disgusting behavior. I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone ever.
Dropped off a damaged car rim…was in and out in 10 minutes. Very friendly person in the office. Received $21 cash for a damaged rim that would have gone to the town recycling.
The people are nice but they think their too slick I brough motors aluminum separate as well as stainless tell me why they weighed everything together ? When it’s supposed to be separate If you don’t know they will rip u off I’ll never come here again your suppose to do business the right way
I have been going to ostrinkys scrap metal for years i knew the old man there and i now know bill hes been running the buisness for some years now hes an upstanding guy very kind hardworking and honest its like being with family when your there talking with bill my children always loved to go there and bill would always give them stuff water candys quarters for the candy machine doughnuts toys my son had found in the scrap etc ni matter when i go there he always asks hiw my children are how i am and how my family is i highly recommend this buisness and the people who manage it
Great scrapyard in Manchester, Ct. They are super friendly here and unlike most scrapyard they help you unload your truck. Great service and fair prices, plus they are open on Saturdays. Thumbs wayyy up to Ostrinsky scrap.
awesome place to go to. bill is a great guy and all of the other staff are great as well, always willing to help and they are always in a great mood. would highly recommend
Used to love this place because Bill calls you by your name, sends you a Christmas card, and hands you a bottle of water on hot days. I had never paid attention to what I was getting for money but the last time I was there he screwed me on my payment in 3 ways. He paid me for less pounds than the scale inside showed (inside on the smaller scale). When he multiplied the # of pounds by the price his total was less than the real total. And then when he added up the totals of the 3 different metals, he paid me less than the total. Absolutely unbelievable that after years of going to this guy, that's what he was doing. All in all, this time he paid me about $35 less than what I gave him between those 3 "miscalculations" all in his favor. I saw it on my receipt after I drove away. Like I said, he would send me a Christmas card and even offered me a job a few times, but now he'll never see my face again. Dishonest.
Beware Shady business. Been here a few times and everytime I'm told I'm getting the best price but I can't see the scale and when I ask the weight changes each time. It's convenient but not recommended. Go to G and S which is further but they are much better and less shady.
What a great company. Got help unloading. Was greeted as if I was an old friend. In and out in 5 minutes, and given an ice cold drink as a thankyou for my business. Will be back
Found myself in the position of cleaning out my parents house after 60 years. Never knew the kind of money I could generate out of lead, copper and other assorted things I came across! Thank you Bill and staff! You guys are amazing!
Best Scrap Yard I've Ever been to! And I don't throw that out lightly. Ive been all over the country. The Prices are on point, Always a pleasant Experience!! Told Bill one day I was looking to get into Blacksmithing and he had this AMAZING anvil in the back with my name on it!!! XD
Best place ever. The folks who run this place give back to their costumers all the time! They have a delicious free picnic when the weather get nice. And always give the best prices!! <3
The folks that run this place are great! I've been there twice now, I didn't have a lot of items for recycling, but that didn't matter. They were very nice to me and my daughter. I would definitely recommend you bring your scrap metal and wires and the other items they accept to them!
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