Potomac Metals Inc JunkYard in Reston (VA)

aweful was quoted one price on phone .45 per lb told .35 per lb by guy in yard unloaded 1670 lbs and was givin .10 per lb straight rip off they said there were too many bolts in the alum i would have never unloaded if i was told .10 what a rip off bunch of crooks

Not worth it to waste time, gas, and mileage to drive here to sell your old metal parts. I learned the hard way thinking they were going to pay at least $5 for my two front brake rotors but they only paid me $2. Next time I will throw them in the trash instead.

Worst experience I’ve ever had selling metal here. Brought my year collection of metals , 2 wheels , 17 roto and 5 starter. Got paid $61.

I helped a coworker from USGS who was moving out of state recycle some scrap Ethernet Cables, HDDs, and other scrap metals for cash. The employees were kind enough to help Tom Snoich and me unload his scrap cables, HDDs, Chevrolet hubcaps, etc. They all deserve a raise, and we were paid more than if we went to the West Ox Waste Facility.

We visited Potomac Metals today and were impressed. We had an old pull up bar frame to get rid of. The trash company was telling us it would be $120 for them to haul it away. I found Potomac Metals and called them to see if they would take it. They said they would and to come on down. The whole process was a breeze. We pulled into the weigh scale to be weighed then were directed to the yard to dump the metal. Then we pulled back onto the scale again. I only had $2 worth of metal but it was better than being charged $120 by the trash company! They were even open on a holiday. I'm telling everyone about this hidden gem.

A disgruntled customer just pulled up and blocked the driveway for no reason. The staff immediately intervened and made all of us feel extremely protected and safe. Thank you for your well-trained and quick-thinking staff. 10-stars if I could!

Rode along with my husband a couple weeks ago to scrap some metal at your Sterling location. The gentleman that assisted us introduced himself as Michael. He was very friendly, professional, and helpful. We will continue to go see him as long as we have stuff for him! Kudos to him!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

Today was my first time using Potomac Metals and I was very impressed with the friendliness of the employees and the efficiency of dropping off my scrap wire. The employee walk me through each step of the process even walking me over to the ATM machine at the end to show me how to collect my money. Well differently go back again!

Phenomenal customer service! Everything from my call to them to pulling in on site was nothing short of exceptional customer service. Thank you for making our first trip there so smooth, you've gained us as new customers for life.

I had two broken lawn mowers and a treadmill to get rid of. I drained the gas and oil from the lawn mowers, and was going to take them to the dump and pay to get rid of them. One of my friends suggested I just see if they would take them at Potomac Metals. I realize it's not much money, but instead of paying to take these things to the dump , I got $17 and got rid of them. Great alternative!

These guys do a great job! They make recycling metal quick and easy! Separate your aluminum, brass and copper, electric motors, and brake rotors. The rest is usually All steel. They will weigh everything but the steel for you, and then direct you to the drive on scale. Weigh, unload your steel, weigh again, and collect your cash!

The details on potomac metals if you care to be ripped off this is the place to go when confronted about the price of aluminum for one customer versus our aluminum we were told thats the price in the machine we were given 30 cents a pound and the prior customer 47 c ends a pound very belligerent personnel at this site dont go unless you like being ripped off

Staff is friendly enough but this place is a ripoff. Low-ball prices, 24cents for a pound of Aluminum! I was getting a $1.00 20 years ago per pound at other places. Don't waste your time.

Place is a rip-off.....I called in and was quoted .55/lb for solid brass (had around 40 lbs of 30-year old solid brass hinges plus a bunch of doorknobs and locks). My wife naively took the stuff in (not having spoken to me about the price) and the guy weighed everything and took it away before even telling her the price. Then told her two bucks. She knew it was wrong; guy said something about different Potomac Metals having different prices (even though this is the one I called). Too late for her to say forget it, give me my stuff back, they had taken it away. Go to Prince William Metal recycling in Manassas. Way better prices anyway.

I take my recycled cans, dog food containers, and cans the kids find cleaning up around the neighborhood. It’s not a lot we maybe get a $1 or $2 but the kids like the thought of making a difference and the gentlemen there are always nice and helpful even for the little bags we bring in. Thank you

Great place! Help save the planet and make a few $$ at the same time! Process is simple and there is usually no wait, at least for early birds like me.

We have been cleaning out a parents house for the past couple years and I wish I'd thought of this place earlier. Copper, brass, steel, all kinds of stuff and instead of driving all the way to Loudoun County landfill and PAYING to unload, I get money for it! Whether a truckload full of refrigerators, steelcase desks, filing cabinets or a box of scrap, it's been wonderful. I've been spreading the word!

These guys are the best. A friendly crew, and a clean facility! Ive been going there for 10+ years now. Always a fair price.

The guys that work there were great. Easy in & out And the pay out is better than the place my brother and I use to go.

Separate your metal before you go, they are very efficient. Pull into the building from the right and ask for help your first time. Great way to turn scrap into cash.

Great service. I was in and out lightning fast. Great prices per pound on copper wire.

Dropped off couple car rotors. I didn't want any money for them, just didn't want to throw into trash. They gladly taken them.

Unexpected! Good prices, friendly, quick service!

Went to drop off scrap metal for the first time. Easy in and easy out. Will become my one and only drop off point for my recycling.

The best metal place around and great staff very knowledgable and professional.

Very efficient staff. In with junk, out with cash in no time.

Fast, easy, and everyone there was very helpful.