Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Metal Recycling Services in Langley, BC
West Coast Metal Recycling has been a trusted leader in scrap metal recycling for over 50 years. As a 100% Canadian, locally owned and operated facility, we specialize in industrial, commercial, and residential metal recycling while maintaining personalized service for all clients. Our 3.5-acre Langley facility utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and software to process ferrous and non-ferrous metals with precision and efficiency. We serve the entire Lower Mainland from Agassiz to the North Shore, offering convenient drop-off and same-day pickup services for materials ranging from household appliances to industrial scrap. Our commitment to sustainability drives continuous investment in advanced recycling technologies that reduce landfill waste and support a circular economy. With 52,000 square feet of covered space and a fleet of hook-lift trucks, we ensure safe, compliant processing of materials including aluminum, copper, steel, and catalytic converters.Our team's expertise in global exports enables shipping of 700-1,000 ocean containers annually to international markets. As the first Western Canadian company to implement innovative systems like Scrap-It software and hydraulic quick-connect technology, we maintain industry leadership through technological advancement. Our environmental stewardship extends to guaranteed destruction services for sensitive materials and strict adherence to eco-friendly practices that conserve natural resources. With government-certified scales and transparent pricing, we provide maximum value for both buyers and sellers of recycled metals.
Services
Metal Recycling
Catalytic Converter Recycling
Drop-Off Services
Pick-Up Services
Heavy Haul Services
Container Rentals
Export Services
Aluminum Recycling
Copper Recycling
Steel Recycling
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in metal recycling across British Columbia
- Our facility uses state-of-the-art scrap & logistics software for accurate tracking
- We were the first Western Canadian company to implement hook-lift truck technology
- We offer guaranteed destruction services with documentation for sensitive materials
- Our sustainability practices reduce landfill waste through advanced recycling methods
Associations and certifications
- BBB
Services
Metal Recycling
Our comprehensive metal recycling service handles both ferrous and non-ferrous metals using advanced sorting technology. We process materials ranging from household appliances to industrial scrap through efficient separation systems that maximize material value. Our facility's 52,000 square feet of covered space ensures proper storage and protection of recyclable materials.
Catalytic Converter Recycling
Specialized catalytic converter recycling service that safely extracts valuable precious metals using AI-assisted grading technology. We process automotive and industrial converters containing platinum, palladium, and rhodium while maintaining strict environmental compliance standards for hazardous material handling.
Pick-Up Services
Convenient same-day and next-day pickup service for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Our fleet of hook-lift trucks and 850+ recycling bins ensures prompt collection of scrap metal with minimum quantity requirements for efficient service delivery.
Container Rentals
Diverse container rental options including 20-yard and 40-yard roll-off bins, shop bins, and self-dumping hoppers. Our specialized containers accommodate various scrap volumes from small household projects to large industrial operations with customized size and capacity options.
Heavy Haul Services
Specialized heavy haul transportation using low bed, step deck, and B-train vehicles. Our crane services and intermodal solutions handle oversized industrial equipment and large-scale metal shipments with professional loading and secure transport systems.
Questions
What types of metals do you accept for recycling?
We accept all ferrous and non-ferrous metals including steel, copper, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and catalytic converters. Our facility handles materials from household appliances to industrial scrap.
Do you offer pickup services for scrap metal?
Yes, we provide same-day or next-day pickup services for industrial, commercial, and residential customers with minimum quantity requirements. Our fleet includes hook-lift trucks and over 850 recycling bins.
What are your operating hours?
Our facility is open Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and Saturday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. We are closed on Sundays and major holidays.
How do you determine pricing for scrap metal?
Pricing is based on current market rates and material quality. We use government-certified scales for accurate weighing and provide transparent pricing for all transactions.
Do you recycle catalytic converters?
Yes, we specialize in catalytic converter recycling using AI-based grading technology to assess precious metal content. We accept all domestic and foreign converter types with proper documentation.
What areas do you service?
We serve the entire Lower Mainland from Agassiz to the North Shore, including Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, Coquitlam, and Abbotsford with both drop-off and pickup services.
Reviews (5)
Jerrid Larkin
Aug 19, 2021
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Great interview with the boss. Absolutely straight up, totally transparency and leaves you with little to no questions about the job.
Michael Turner
Apr 11, 2021
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Iam giving 2 stars , because I go here a lot when I have scrap .. next time I come in I want to see a list of weight and prices for my return broken down ...it seems prices vary every time depending on the person doing the weigh in. So next time I want break down of what I bring in not a ticket to deepens cash .
Brendan Aucoin
Feb 16, 2021
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This is much different than any other scrap yard I have been too. You drive in and toss everything you are scrapping I to a large steel bin them they haul it away to be sorted (properly I must add) and then they bring you a ticket to bring to a machine that will pay you your cash.
Michael H.
Oct 11, 2020
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Great place to take your scrap metal. Well setup, efficiently run. Employees are friendly and easy to deal with. Just make sure you obey the signs and their directions for your safety as it is an industrial facility.
Kyle Harrison
Aug 02, 2020
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This place is great. Treated this newbie with kid gloves and helped me unload. Employees were super friendly and helpful.
