Ive been scrapping since I was 17, just turned 20 recently. I dont have a vehicle yet cause of the insurance cost but I rent a van to bring in the ferrous metals. So I do most of my pick ups on foot and in the general area, Ive gained a lot of trust with the people I deal with, anyone from home owners, apt. building supers, stores and buisnesses, most "scrappers" in my area are low life crackheads, thieves, and generally unscrupulous people and I try my best to show that Im different from them, which has resulted in stores who'd rather call me to pick up scraps from renovations rather then the shady guy who has a truck and can probably do it faster. Its all about ethics and attitude, show respect and decency and most people will show it back.
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