Chicago has 6 lead buyers, averaging 3.8★ across 160 reviews; 3 are open Saturday.
Chicago requires lead to be recycled through licensed facilities, and this page lists six local scrap yards that buy lead materials, with several offering same-day cash payment and weekend hours to accommodate busy schedules. Family Recycling and JB Scrap Metal are among the highest-rated buyers in the area, both accepting lead alongside other ferrous and non-ferrous metals from individuals and businesses. Most yards operate on certified scales and accept payment by cash or check.
Today's Lead Price
National average — actual yard prices vary
86¢/lb /lb
1851 S Clinton St, Chicago, IL 60616
18 reviews
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Family Recycling buys ferrous scrap (iron and steel) and non-ferrous metals including aluminum, brass, copper, lead, and zinc. They serve industrial, commercial, and retail customers.
2910 W Carroll Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
40 reviews
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JayBen Scrap Metal operates three drop-off centers in Chicago accepting a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, electronics, and batteries. The company offers commercial and industrial recycling services with certified scales and payment by cash or check.
Specialties scrap-pickup · commercial-recycling · industrial-recycling · demolition
6301 S Bell Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
51 reviews
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JayBen Scrap Metals operates three drop-off centers across Chicago (South, North, West sides) with truck scales and certified platform scales. They accept a wide range of scrap materials including metals, electronics, and auto batteries.
Specialties commercial-recycling · industrial-recycling · demolition · bailing-service
11600 S Burley Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
22 reviews
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South Shore Recycling buys all grades of ferrous and nonferrous scrap metal including pipes, wiring, construction debris, and various metals. They are located on the Southeast Side of Chicago and serve both individual and industrial accounts.
Specialties industrial accounts · certified scales · immediate cash payments
1700 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612
18 reviews
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4619 S Knox Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
11 reviews
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C&R Scrap buys ferrous and non-ferrous metals, appliances, batteries, and other recyclables. They offer scrap removal, pickup within 24 hours, and demolition/dismantling services.
Specialties scrap removal · pickup within 24 hours · demolition and dismantling · aircraft dismantling
