What's It Worth in Scrap? Item Value Estimates

Quick scrap value estimates for 50 common items, calculated from our daily per-pound grade estimates and a typical yard payout of 50–70% of those prices. Pick an item to see its components, prep tips, 90-day price trend, and yards near you that buy it.

Appliances

Central AC Condenser Unit (Outdoor)$48.55 – $67.97 Dishwasher$10.27 – $14.38 Electric Dryer$13.03 – $18.24 Microwave Oven (Countertop)$4.59 – $6.43 Refrigerator (Full-Size)$23.01 – $32.21 Washing Machine$17.75 – $24.84 Water Heater (40-50 gal)$12.10 – $16.94 Window AC Unit (5,000-15,000 BTU)$17.58 – $24.62

Auto Parts

Aluminum Engine Block (Bare)$33.25 – $46.55 Aluminum Wheel Rim (Passenger)$9.90 – $13.86 Auto Radiator (Aluminum/Plastic)$2.93 – $4.10 Car Alternator$5.24 – $7.34 Car Battery (Lead-Acid)$4.25 – $5.95 Catalytic Converter$47.50 – $66.50 Starter Motor$4.63 – $6.49 Steel Wheel Rim (Passenger)$1.34 – $1.88

Electrical & Wire

Copper Pipe 1" (Type L)$1.68 – $2.35 Copper Pipe 1/2" (Type L)$0.73 – $1.03 Copper Pipe 3/4" (Type L)$1.17 – $1.64 Electric Motor (Large, 10-50 lb)$12.77 – $17.87 Electric Motor (Small, under 10 lb)$3.22 – $4.51 Romex Wire 12/2 NM-B (with ground)$0.16 – $0.23 Romex Wire 14/2 NM-B (with ground)$0.10 – $0.15 THHN Stranded Wire (Insulated)$0.00 – $0.00

Electronics

1U Rack Server$15.57 – $21.79 CRT Monitor (Tube)$3.23 – $4.51 Desktop Computer Tower$2.79 – $3.91 Laptop Computer$1.59 – $2.22 LCD Monitor (Flat Panel)$0.74 – $1.03 Printer (Inkjet, Consumer)$0.71 – $0.99

Plumbing

Brass Faucet$6.21 – $8.69 Brass Water Meter$14.07 – $19.70 Cast Iron Bathtub$25.65 – $35.91 Copper Cookware (Pot or Pan)$6.03 – $8.44 Toilet Tank Bolts (Set)$0.28 – $0.39

Outdoor & Yard

Aluminum Bicycle Frame$5.52 – $7.73 Aluminum Gutter (5" K-style)$0.24 – $0.33 BBQ Grill (Gas, 3-4 burner)$5.39 – $7.55 Chain Link Fence Fabric (4 ft tall)$0.04 – $0.05 Propane Tank, 100 lb (Residential)$4.89 – $6.85 Propane Tank, 20 lb (BBQ size)$1.18 – $1.65 Push Lawn Mower (Gas)$6.28 – $8.79 Riding Lawn Mower / Lawn Tractor$30.47 – $42.65

Miscellaneous

Aluminum Cans (5-gallon bag, crushed)$1.90 – $2.66 Aluminum Patio Furniture (Piece)$7.74 – $10.84 Beer Keg (1/2 BBL Stainless, Empty)$8.83 – $12.37 Ceiling Fan$2.61 – $3.65 Steel File Cabinet (4-Drawer)$4.69 – $6.57 Steel Patio Furniture (Piece)$1.28 – $1.79 Treadmill$16.76 – $23.46

Estimates use the US national average; your local yard may pay more or less. For a specific quote, use the full Garage Calculator.