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In Miami, FL, Florida State Scrap Metal earns a solid 82/100. Reviews lean positive: staff are professional, bilingual, and helpful, the yard is clean and organized, check‑in/unloading is quick, and scales are shown with transparent weighing; some even help sort for better payout and offer water. Pricing is often called competitive/top dollar, yet feedback is mixed: several allege underpayment/misclassification, lower rates than a nearby competitor, missing receipts, and occasional late opening or limited materials accepted. Overall, fast service and good treatment, but shop prices carefully.
Absolutely the best scrap metal yard I’ve ever been to. Fair prices, fast service, and super friendly staff who actually know what they’re doing. The whole process was smooth from start to finish. They helped unload, sorted everything efficiently, and offered a competitive payout without any hassle. The yard was also clean and well-organized, which is rare in this industry. Whether you’re a first-timer or a regular scrapper, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!
Came here one time with over 300lbs of aluminum and got $200 odd dollars. Good I thought. Recently brought in an aluminum fuel cell weighing 82lbs and only got $12. A bit odd I thought but shrugged it off and took the loss as my fault for not questioning the pay. 3 days ago, I bring in another 80 or so some lbs of aluminum again and I kid you not....$4.....yes.....$4! for close to 100lbs of aluminum. I think they recognized they were getting away with conning me and kept on doing it everytime I came by. This time I spoke up and took my metal after the worker said "its the worst aluminum because we have to cut it up to smaller pieces" what? honestly the worst exscuse to tell anyone when caught conning. Took it next door to Bob's recycling and got $46 and some change. Haha these guys are crooks and the workers know what their doing. Plus most only speak Spanish. Terrible place. Take my advice and go ANYWHERE else.
I went not knowing how much copper wire I had and within 5 mins I was in and out with cash in hand. No issues, nice and helpful employees. Thanks and I’ll be returning soon
They just dont tell you the price. I took bright copper (stripped wire) there and they tell me it wasnt. Be careful with those thieves.
the worst of the worse
For the 1st time I went Saturday morning 5/28/22.
The guy at the scale was nice but didn’t talk much. It showed 11 lbs of copper and 4 libs of brass. The ticket that I got from him showed a total amount of $62 and told me to go to the window. I get to the window and put the paper and my ID. All I seen is blue finger nails take my things and then gave me my ID with 8 $5’s and 2 $1’s. No receipt, paperwork or ask for a signature. I glanced at the money before getting in the car ware I count it. It was to late then. I don’t know if I’ll go back. Shot me $20 and paperwork.
Came to this place with my son to sell some old iron panels from my moms house and although they don’t buy iron the owner took like 30 mins helping us find the closets place for us to go to and even let me know what they should be paying us. No one does this for someone. Thank you Bernice
Love this place! I always get the most for my material without having to worry about getting screwed on the scale. Awesome people. Have me and my son a cold water while we waited. Very happy.
They are nice but Bobs right Across the street pays 40% more than these people do. I went in yesterday thinking that these guys had better reviews so I went there but I was paid $.50 per pound for aluminum when Bob’s is paying $.70 that equates to 40% which when you are bringing in thousands of pounds is a really big deal
Went here because of the mostly good reviews and being honest, I was shorted $10 on the payment, I made the mistake of not counting it accurately at the window so I know it was too late to do anything,don’t know if it was intentional or a honest mistake .1,270# of batteries,05/15/21.other wise was okay
went in not thinking much, but left with a huge smile. The service is a 10/10. Very quick as well, I was in and out. They went above and beyond to make me satisfied. 100% recommend to anyone. Thank you, will be returning very soon.
Amazing place to scrap metal , I've been coming here since they opened 10 years ago and they have always been honest , and I take ALOT of scrap to them a year....
Just called to see if they take home shutters made of Iron or steel. They dont but referred me to some who buys. Super friendly and knowledgeable. If I have something else to recycle I would call them first.
Went there today didn’t know much about this stuff but the owner was there and she was super helpful and nice. Great prices and phenomenal service. If we ever have more recycling we’ll definitely be coming back!
Florida State Scrap Metal is a stable and reliable staple in this community for years. The service is very costumer friendly ,this is the only recycling establishment for me.
I am very impressed with the customer service...
I took some copper and the scale guys took their time to separate it for me to make sure I've got the most money.
Great experience, strongly recommended!
I recycle often I had some patio furniture and some aluminum shutters that I had to recycle and my neighbor told me about this place so I tried them out. They were wonderful the scales were digital ,the service was phenomenal and the employees were super helpful. I plan to continue using them for any other recycling needs I may need in the future. I highly recommend this place the service was wonderful
It was late on Saturday when I called I believe I was talking to Berenice. They were closing and wanting to go home. Which is totally understandable. She was very helpful in giving me a few extra minutes to make it there. As I got there I was greeted by an angel! thank you Berenice for your service. You were so helpful. I plan to return very soon. This place is awesome. Hope you remember me. Thanks again.
Well...my own fault, should have done a little resesrch. Only 28 pounds of aluminum cans so not a lotta money but they got me. Paid less than 25c a pound. My advice, call ahead & ask what they pay per pound & weigh it yourself prior. I wouldn't trust them with anything significant....actually I wouldn't trust them at all.
Horrible service called a bunch of times. Once they answered I asked a simple question and her immediate answer was no. And then she hanged up. Super disrespectful. Would not recommend to anyone. Bobs recycling center is much better. Trust me. So disappointed in this people.
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