Scrap metal
Scrap Metal Dealer& Collection Surrey
A local scrap metal dealer you can actually get hold of, with a fair price and a fast collection date.
07405 252220The service
A Straightforward Scrap Metal Dealer for Surrey
Finding a scrap metal dealer who turns up, weighs fairly, and pays a sensible price shouldn't be hard work. Foremost Metal Recycling has been buying and collecting scrap metal from homes, sites, and businesses across Surrey for 15 years, working out of our base in Egham. We deal in everything from a single bag of copper offcuts to a full base clearance, and we quote honestly before we arrive so there are no surprises on the day.
Whether you've got an old boiler sitting in the garden, a skip full of mixed metal from a renovation, or a regular stream of offcuts from a workshop, we'll collect it, weigh it properly, and pay you for it on the spot or by bank transfer, whichever suits you.
Our vans and trucks are set up to take pretty much any metal, in any reasonable quantity. That includes:
What we take
What We Collect as Scrap Metal
- Ferrous metal: steel, iron, radiators, guttering, fencing, old machinery frames
- Non-ferrous metal: copper, brass, aluminium, lead, stainless steel
- Cabling and wiring, insulated or bare
- White goods and metal appliances
- Vehicle parts and end-of-life vehicles
- Mixed loads from clearances, demolitions, and strip-outs
The service
Free Scrap Metal Collection
If you're not sure whether something counts, send us a photo on WhatsApp and we'll tell you straight away, along with a rough price.
For most loads with genuine scrap value, collection is free. We don't charge a call-out fee to come and weigh your metal, and for larger loads the value of the material usually covers the job several times over. If a job is mostly low-value material with a small amount of scrap mixed in, such as a full clearance, we'll be upfront about how the pricing works before we book anything in, rather than let you find out on the day.
Why Foremost
Why Surrey Homes and Businesses Choose Foremost
15 years trading from our Egham base, so we're not a fly-by-night operation that vanishes if there's a problem
Top prices paid, based on current market rates for each type of metal, not a flat rate regardless of quality
Reliable and punctual, we turn up in the window we agree, not sometime that day
Fully insured for complete peace of mind on every job, whether that's a house or a working site
Professional fleet capable of handling anything from a car boot's worth to a full lorry load
Where we work
Areas We Cover Across Surrey
We collect scrap metal throughout Surrey, including Guildford, Woking, Egham, Staines-upon-Thames, Camberley, Farnham, Chertsey, Weybridge, Esher, Epsom, Reigate, Redhill, Dorking, Leatherhead, Godalming, and the surrounding villages. We also cover parts of Berkshire and Greater London, so if you're just outside the Surrey border, it's still worth giving us a call.
How it works
How a Collection Works
Get in touch.
Call or WhatsApp us with a description of what you've got, ideally with a photo.
Get a quote.
We'll give you a fast, no-obligation price and agree a collection date that works for you.
We collect and pay.
Our team arrives on time, weighs the metal on site, and pays you there and then or by transfer.
The service
Trade and Regular Collections
If you're a workshop, garage, or small manufacturer generating scrap on an ongoing basis, we can set up a regular collection schedule so metal doesn't pile up and take up space. Many of our trade customers have us call weekly, fortnightly, or on an ad hoc basis whenever a bin fills up. Just let us know what pattern would suit your site.
Why Metal Recycling Matters
Recycled metal uses a fraction of the energy needed to produce new material from raw ore, which is one reason scrap metal has real value rather than being treated as waste. Every load we collect, from a single radiator to a full site clearance, gets sorted and sent on for proper reprocessing rather than ending up in landfill. For businesses, this also helps towards environmental and waste reporting targets, and for households, it's simply a more sensible way to dispose of old metal than putting it out with general rubbish.
What Sets a Good Scrap Metal Dealer Apart
Not every scrap collector operating in Surrey is transparent about pricing, licensing, or how they weigh material. A dealer who won't confirm their credentials, gives vague answers on price, or turns up in an unmarked, unbranded vehicle is worth being cautious of. We're happy to talk through our registration, insurance, and how we calculate a price before you commit to anything, because a scrap collection should never feel like a gamble.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you collect from residential addresses as well as businesses?
Yes. While a large part of our work is commercial, we also collect scrap metal from homes across Surrey, from a single old appliance to a full garden or garage clearout.
How quickly can you collect?
For most areas of Surrey we can usually offer a collection within a few days, and often sooner. Give us a call and we'll tell you the first available slot.
Do I need to sort the metal before you arrive?
No, though separating obviously different metals (like copper cable from steel) can sometimes get you a slightly better overall price, since it's easier for us to weigh accurately. If you're not able to sort it, we'll still take it as a mixed load.
How do you decide what to pay?
We price against current scrap metal market rates for each material type. Copper and brass are worth considerably more per kilo than steel, for example, so the mix of metals in your load affects the total.
Are you licensed to deal in scrap metal?
Yes, we operate as a registered scrap metal dealer. If you'd like to see our credentials before booking a large collection, just ask when you call.
Can you provide proof of collection for my records?
Yes, we can provide a receipt or note confirming what was collected, which is useful if you need it for your own records or for a landlord or managing agent.
What areas outside Surrey do you cover?
We also collect across Berkshire and Greater London. If you're near the Surrey border and unsure whether you're covered, just give us a call and we'll confirm.
Get a Fast, Free Quote Today
Call the Foremost team now or drop us a WhatsApp message with a few details and photos, and we'll come back to you with a straight answer.
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- Saturday07:00 – 16:00
- SundayClosed