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Your Trusted Scrap Metal Recycling Partner in Ontario
Since 1954, Nurse Scrap Metal has established itself as a leader in scrap metal and electronic recycling across Ontario. With two strategically located facilities in Peterborough and Douro, we serve residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural clients through comprehensive recycling solutions. Our team of E-Railsafe-certified professionals specializes in site cleanup, car crushing, baling, shearing, and rail industry derailment cleanup. We prioritize environmental sustainability, operating a 90-acre facility in Douro equipped with advanced processing equipment and certified scales. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our U-Pick Auto Parts program, which allows customers to reclaim usable vehicle components.

With decades of experience and a fleet of mobile equipment, we handle projects of all sizes, from small household scrap to large-scale industrial demolition. Our values of excellence, honesty, and community involvement guide every operation, ensuring safe, responsible, and efficient recycling practices. We maintain partnerships to optimize material pricing and offer tailored solutions for tire processing, freight handling, and mobile material sorting. Our 24/7 emergency response team provides critical rail industry support, reinforcing our reputation as a reliable, family-owned recycling partner dedicated to reducing waste and promoting environmental stewardship.
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Scrap Processing Car Crushing Baling Services Shearing Operations U-Pick Auto Parts Tire Processing Rail Cleanup Material Handling Demolition Services Freight Transport
Details
  • Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
  • We offer 70+ years of specialized recycling expertise since 1954
  • Our 90-acre Douro facility handles large-scale industrial projects efficiently
  • E-Railsafe-certified team provides 24/7 rail industry emergency response
  • We guarantee competitive pricing through strategic material partnerships
  • Our U-Pick Auto Parts program offers cost-effective vehicle component recovery
Associations and certifications
  • E-Railsafe
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Services
Scrap Processing
Our comprehensive scrap processing handles ferrous and non-ferrous metals with precision sorting and grading. Using advanced equipment, we separate materials for maximum value recovery while maintaining environmental compliance. Clients benefit from our 24/7 emergency processing capabilities and competitive pricing through strategic market partnerships.
Car Crushing
We offer efficient car crushing services for end-of-life vehicles using mobile crushing units. Our process includes safe fluid removal and material separation, with options for prepared or unprepared vehicles. Customers receive fair market value while ensuring environmentally responsible disposal through our certified processing facilities.
U-Pick Auto Parts
Our U-Pick Auto Parts facilities allow customers to remove usable components from salvaged vehicles at reduced costs. Staffed locations in Welland and Douro provide guidance for proper part removal while maintaining site safety and environmental standards. This service promotes resource conservation through component reuse.
Rail Industry Cleanup
Specialized 24/7 rail industry services include derailment cleanup, car rebalancing, and track restoration. Our E-Railsafe-certified team utilizes mobile equipment for rapid response, handling asset recovery and material spills while minimizing railway operational disruptions through efficient on-site processing.
Tire Processing
We provide complete tire processing solutions from collection to final disposal. Our Welland-based facility handles bulk tire volumes with specialized equipment for safe material separation. Services include transportation logistics, storage management, and environmentally compliant processing to meet regulatory standards.
Questions
What types of metal do you accept for recycling?
We process all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminum, and steel. We also accept white goods like appliances after proper preparation.
Do you offer pickup services for large scrap quantities?
Yes, we provide scheduled pickup services for commercial and industrial clients using specialized trailers and containers. Contact us for custom logistics solutions.
Are there any materials you cannot accept?
We cannot process hazardous materials like PCB capacitors, aerosol cans, or freon-containing appliances. Prohibited items include garbage materials such as plastic and glass.
What are your operating hours?
Our Peterborough and Douro locations operate Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM and Saturday 8AM-12PM. Emergency rail services are available 24/7.
Do you have self-service auto parts locations?
Yes, we operate U-Pick Auto Parts facilities in Welland and Douro where customers can remove usable vehicle components with staff assistance available.
How do you ensure environmental compliance?
We maintain certified processing facilities with trained staff following strict environmental protocols for material handling, fluid removal, and waste management.
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Reviews (5)
Carl Michaels
Sep 10, 2021 Report
The guy promised to come and look at the scrap job I have on the go and wasted 5 days of my time saying he was coming and then NEVER showed up or even called to say he wasn't coming... Even if they called me now, I wouldn't let them pick it up, Byers scrap metals is going to do it...
James Adams
Jun 27, 2021 Report
I haven't been at Nurse scrap metal since the pandemic started. I was surprised at how well organized it was. Staff were great and it took no time at all. Very impressive....
Kathleen Lang
Apr 19, 2021 Report
Excellent service as usual. Staff are very friendly. The site is well organized and clean (for a scrap yard)! Added bonus is the price per tonne is great!
A. Cm
Mar 24, 2021 Report
Super fast at getting my broken van outta my driveway and cash in my hand. The person that came to pick up was super friendly and quickly in and out. Great people. Excellent service! Plus the reviews response to some of these make me want to leave another 5 stars on top lol way to keep it real.
The Scrap Daddy
Jul 28, 2020 Report
Love this place! The staff are amazing and usually go above and beyond. Even since covid-19 the service is still the same. The yard set up is great for quick in and out stops. I never take my local scrap anywhere but to nurse!