Recycling Scrap Metals Since 1920
- 1425 9th Street, Modesto CA 95354 | Mon - Fri, 8am - 4:30pm • Sat, 9am - 3pm | No appointment necessary! Drive in, unload, get weighed, unload, and get paid.
Recycling Scrap Metals Since 1920
No Appointment Necessary. Drive in, get weighed, unload, and get paid.
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Car Batteries
Modesto’s trusted scrap metal and recycling center since 1920. Bring in your used car batteries and walk out with top dollar, paid in cash the same day.
Mon – Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
No Appointment Necessary
Drive in, unload, get weighed, and get paid.
THE RIGHT PRICE. THE BEST SERVICE.
Modesto's Premier Car Batteries Recycling Facility
Old lead-acid batteries are worth real money, and we’ve been paying cash for them for over a century. The lead, plastic, and acid inside a spent battery can all be recovered and put back to use, which keeps hazardous material out of the ground and puts money in your pocket. Whether you’ve got a single battery from the garage or a pallet of them from a shop or fleet, bring them by, we’ll weigh them in, and you’ll get paid on the spot.
Let's Talk Scrap
We're Here To Help
Reach out today and let’s get started.
Get Paid to Recycle Car Batteries
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(Lead-Acid)
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Sell Us Your Scrap Metal and Recyclables
Cans, siding, and extrusions that are light, clean, and easy to recycle.
One of the highest-value metals, from bright wire to pipe and tubing.
Heavy, everyday scrap from job sites, demolition, and cleanouts.
Valuable alloy found in fittings, valves, faucets, and hardware.
Rust-resistant metal from sinks, appliances, and equipment.
Light iron, ductwork, and panels from construction and fabrication.
Old washers, dryers, and units full of recyclable metal.
Copper, brass, and aluminum cores from vehicles and HVAC systems.
Turnings and chips left over from machining and shop work.
Traditional lead-acid batteries from cars, trucks, and equipment.
Copper-wound motors from appliances, tools, and machinery.
Old towers, laptops, and parts recycled responsibly for their metal.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about recycling, accepted materials, pricing, or how the process works? Find quick answers to help make your visit easy and hassle-free.
What kinds of batteries do you buy?
We buy traditional lead-acid batteries of all kinds, including standard car and truck batteries, golf cart batteries, and steel-cased batteries, plus the lead-acid backup batteries from power supply units. We also take clean lead and lead wheel weights.
Do you accept lithium-ion or other non-lead-acid batteries?
No. We only buy and recycle lead-acid batteries. We don’t take lithium-ion, nickel-metal hydride, household batteries (AA, AAA, and the like), or EV battery packs. If you’re not sure what type you have, give us a call and we’ll help you sort it out.
Do the batteries need to be drained or prepped first?
No prep needed. Bring them in as they are, acid and all, and leave the handling to us. Just try to keep them upright on the drive over so nothing spills.
Can I bring in a large number of batteries from my business?
Absolutely. Auto shops, mechanics, fleets, and equipment yards drop off batteries by the pallet all the time. If you’ve got a steady supply, ask us about bin placement and pickup so you’re not hauling them yourself.
Is it safe and legal to recycle car batteries with you?
Yes. Lead-acid batteries are one of the most recycled products in the country, and we’re set up to handle and process them responsibly under California’s rules. Recycling them keeps lead and acid out of landfills and recovers material that gets used all over again.
How much are my car batteries worth?
Battery prices track the scrap lead market, so the rate shifts from day to day. We weigh your load on-site and pay cash before you leave, with no appointment and no hidden fees. Call ahead or just drive in for the current price.
1425 Ninth Street,
Modesto CA 95354
Mon – Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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