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2901 W Farm to Market Rd 365, Port Arthur, TX 77640. Open Mon–Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
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Our Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
We buy all ferrous and non-ferrous metals at competitive prices.
Container Rental
Roll-off containers for job sites, cleanouts, and commercial accounts.
Commercial Pickup
Scheduled pickup service for businesses generating regular scrap.
We Sell Metal
Need raw material? Everything on our yard is for sale.
Vehicle Recycling
Cash for junk cars, trucks, and heavy equipment.
Wire Processing
Specialized copper wire and cable processing.
Est. 2016 · 10 Years in Port Arthur, TX
Family-owned. Honest scales. Same-day cash.
Port Arthur Recycling sits right off FM 365 in Jefferson County's refinery corridor — serving the Golden Triangle from Port Arthur and Mid-County to Groves, Nederland, and Port Neches. We're family-owned, independently operated, and we've been paying fair on ferrous and non-ferrous metals since 2016.
Bring in copper, aluminum, steel, catalytic converters, or anything else on the yard — you'll get weighed on state-certified scales with the numbers right in front of you, and walk out with cash the same day. No games, no surprises.
10 Years
Family-owned since 2016
10,000+
Customers across the Golden Triangle
85,000+
Tons recycled back into the supply chain
How It Works
Four steps from driveway to cash.
Drive In
Pull in any time during business hours. No appointment, no call ahead required.
Unload & Sort
Our team helps unload. Mixed loads are sorted by metal type so you get the best rate for each.
Weigh & Grade
State-certified scales, numbers visible to you. We grade each material and confirm the price before finalizing.
Get Paid
Cash or check on the spot. Same day, every visit. No waiting, no follow-up calls.
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Common questions
Quick answers before you drive in.
What metals do you accept?
Port Arthur Recycling accepts a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals including copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, iron, steel, lead, and junk cars/vehicles. Visit our What We Buy page for the complete list.
Do I need an appointment?
No appointment is needed at Port Arthur Recycling. Simply drive up during business hours and our team will help you unload and weigh your scrap.
How does payment work?
Port Arthur Recycling pays cash or check at the time of your visit, based on the current market price for your materials. Bring a valid government-issued ID. Large loads may require a bank transfer.
What are your hours?
Port Arthur Recycling in Port Arthur, TX is open Monday through Friday 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.
Do you offer pickup service?
Yes — Port Arthur Recycling offers container and roll-off services for businesses and large commercial jobs. Contact us at 409-796-2100 or support@portarthurscrap.com to discuss your needs.
Ready to recycle? Drive in today — no appointment needed.
2901 W Farm to Market Rd 365, Port Arthur, TX 77640
Mon–Fri 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM · Sat 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM