Metal Recycling Services for Electricians Across East England
Premium Prices | No Stripping Required | Same-Day Payment
As an electrician working across Essex, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, or Suffolk, you regularly accumulate copper cable, armoured cable, THHN singles, and other electrical scrap. Rather than letting offcuts pile up or accepting low prices from generalist scrap dealers, Nationwide Metal Recycling offers electricians premium rates with professional service.
We understand the electrical trade. You're busy on jobs - domestic rewires, commercial fit-outs, industrial installations - and need a recycling partner that makes the process simple. That's why we accept insulated cable (no stripping required), offer collection services for regular customers, and guarantee same-day payment via bank transfer.
With 6 locations across East England (Colchester, Cambridge, Hitchin, Holbeach, Eye, and Ardleigh), there's always a convenient NMR facility nearby. Many electricians visit us weekly or arrange regular collections, turning waste materials into reliable extra income.
Keep cable offcuts organized on jobs. Use drums, bags, or van storage. No need to strip insulation - we handle that.
Drop off at any of our 6 locations during opening hours. Or call for collection if you have regular larger quantities.
Your cable is weighed on certified equipment and graded accurately. Transparent process - you see everything.
Accept our quote and receive bank transfer within 2 hours. No cheques, no delays. Cash in hand same day.
Perfect for electricians who prefer to drop off weekly or as convenient. No appointment needed during opening hours.
If you generate consistent quantities, we'll collect from your premises or preferred location.
Typically 50kg+ per collection or weekly/fortnightly schedule.
We collect across Essex, Cambridgeshire, Hertfordshire, Suffolk, and Lincolnshire. Call to check your area.
Copper cable prices vary based on type, purity, and market rates. Here's what affects the price you'll receive:
Copper prices fluctuate daily based on London Metal Exchange (LME) rates. Call us for today's prices on 01206 231 534.
*Prices subject to market conditions and material quality. Call for current rates.
We're metal recycling specialists, not general waste dealers. We grade materials accurately, use certified weighbridges, and pay London Metal Exchange-based rates without excessive margins.
Regular visits can generate £2,000-£9,000+ annually from cable offcuts alone.
Electricians who use us regularly can open a trade account for added benefits:
Fast-track weighing and priority service. Skip the queue with dedicated trade lanes at all our facilities.
Dedicated account manager for larger contracts. Direct phone line for quotes and collection bookings.
Monthly consolidated billing available. Weekly or fortnightly payment options for regular customers.
Regular price updates via email or SMS. Know current copper rates before you visit.
Priority booking for collection services. Same-day collections available for urgent clearances.
Negotiate better rates for consistent volumes. Monthly statements for easy accounting.
"I've been using NMR for 2 years. Much better than the old scrap man - better prices and professional service. Payment is always same day. The Colchester site is convenient for my jobs."
"Great prices for copper cable. I don't bother stripping anymore - they accept insulated cable and the price is still good. Saves me hours every week."
"Weekly collections have been brilliant for our electrical firm. They turn up on time, pay promptly, and it's one less thing to worry about. Recommended."
Click on a location below or use the map to find your nearest facility. Each yard offers professional service, competitive pricing, and convenient access.
Martells Quarry
Ardleigh
CO7 7RU
Commerce Way
Colchester
CO2 8HH
Barnwell Junction
Cambridge
CB5 8JZ
5A Fen Road
Holbeach
PE12 8QA
Find answers to the most common questions electricians ask about our scrap metal service.
No - we accept insulated cable. While stripped bright copper gets the highest price, we pay good rates for insulated cable and handle the stripping ourselves. This saves you time on jobs. The price difference is typically £2-3/kg, but you save hours of labour.
#1 Copper is clean, bright, uncoated copper - recently stripped cable, clean pipe, or bright wire. #2 Copper has oxidation, solder, or minor contamination. Most electrical cable is #1 when freshly stripped. We grade fairly and explain the classification.
Yes. There's no minimum quantity. Whether you have 2kg from a small job or 50kg from a commercial project, we'll buy it. Many electricians visit weekly with whatever they've accumulated.
Our prices are based on London Metal Exchange rates with transparent margins. We show you the weighbridge reading, explain the grade, and quote clearly before you accept. You can always call ahead for indicative prices on 01206 231 534.
Yes. While copper is more valuable (£6+/kg), we also buy aluminium cable at competitive rates (typically £0.80-1.10/kg). It's still worth recycling rather than binning.
For one-off large jobs (major commercial/industrial installations), we can arrange site collection. Contact us with details - location, approximate quantity, and timing. Regular collections are available for electrical contractors with consistent volumes.
Photo ID (driving licence or passport) and proof of address if different from ID. Business details if you're VAT registered. This is required by law under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 to prevent metal theft.
Yes, but they must be drained of oil first (environmental regulations). We buy copper windings from motors and transformer copper. Prices depend on copper content and condition.
Complete the form below and we'll respond within 2 hours during business hours. For urgent enquiries, call us directly on 01206 231534.
