New to Site...Looking to ramp up scrapping in 2013.

Hi - just introducing myself as recommended. I am from North Jersey. I have done some light scrapping over the past few years make like $30 or $40 here or there. I had a few runs of computer scrap and wire which got me over $100. I am looking to take it to the next level in my free time in 2013. Started by grabbing two Dell PCs this week, so that is good.

I am restoring an old VW and have generated some scrap from that, so I can see the potential of gathering scrap from many different sources. In the past I have scrapped A/C units, wire from various sources, motors and transformers and even light iron in addition to other random things. I see when there are peak times of people throwing out things like lawn furniture and A/Cs and grab those as much as possible. Well, basically I have done alot of research to date on the various metals and do my best to sort and prep it before hitting one of 2 yards I go to.

Like I said, I am looking to cash in on as much as I can this year...why not, right.



Here is to 2013 and wishing all other scrappers/recyclers a prosperous year. I plan to be as active on this site as I possibly can.


Thanks,
Brian

Welcome

Welcome from Indiana...

Good question. I am not certified. One of the scrap yards that I go to will take the AC whole, so I don't need to dismantle it or cut any of the lines containing refrigerant. I get about $7 for a small window unit from him, but easily find them every few weeks. There are times in spring and fall when there are many out by the curb and I grab them.

Thanks,
Brian

Originally Posted by billygoat

Welcome from the other side of New York.

I just have a question for you: Are you certified to handle the refrigerants from the ACs?

Welcome! Sounds like you're doing the AC units at Arlington?

Yes, Arlington Scrap Metal. Do you go there as well Volvoscrapper? Any friendly advice?

Originally Posted by volvoscrapper

Welcome! Sounds like you're doing the AC units at Arlington?