What makes us stand out
Free HIAB lifting available
Our crane-equipped vehicles safely remove heavy marine scrap and bulky engineering waste without manual handling.
20 years' trusted local experience
Two decades of industry expertise ensure a professional collection service for coastal and residential clients.
Complete documentation on every job
We issue official waste transfer notes to confirm the legal and responsible disposal of materials.
Scrap metal specialists for South Shields homes and businesses
Pritchards Metal Recycling serves South Shields with scrap metal collection for estates, coastal industries, shops, marine businesses and homes. Our local team tailors every collection, including appliances, copper, marine or workshop scrap, all handled safely and promptly. Fully licensed, fully insured and always prepared to pay a fair rate, we make the whole process easy and efficient. Choose our experienced crew for clear communication, safe removal and complete documentation, supporting responsible recycling with every collection. Our mobile units operate daily throughout the coastal region to ensure same-day or next-day response for urgent clearances.
A wide range of metals picked up locally
We handle aluminium frames, copper and brass pipework, white goods and electrical scrap. Marine and engineering workshops receive special support for tricky access or bigger loads; our HIAB system lifts what is too heavy for regular vehicles. Every collection is covered by the right paperwork and completed to strict compliance and safety standards. Whether for a single appliance or a full business clearance, you receive a tailored local service. We provide competitive valuations for both ferrous and non-ferrous materials based on the latest daily market rates.
Extra value from a local scrap partner
With quick call-outs and local knowledge, you receive an efficient, punctual service from people who know your area. Pritchards Metal Recycling leaves your site or property neat, never drops debris and can give advice for presenting your scrap for collection. Transparency is our guide, from pricing to processing, so you always know where your metals are going. Every transaction is backed by a full waste transfer note to ensure your domestic or commercial records remain compliant.