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September 26, 2025
Fall Scrap Metal

Your Ultimate Fall Cleanup Checklist for Scrap Metal Cash

As the Richmond air begins to crisp and the leaves start to turn, that familiar fall instinct kicks in: it’s time to prepare our homes and […]
August 27, 2025
back-to-school

Turn Summer Clutter into Back-to-School Cash in Richmond

The end of summer is here in the Richmond area. The days are still warm, but that unmistakable “back-to-school” energy is in the air. For many […]
July 21, 2025

Can You Scrap Full-Time?

Most of our customers are part-time scrappers. They know how easy it is to get some extra cash at Smith Iron & Metal, so they do […]
June 25, 2025
scrap metal recycling tips and tricks

Get Paid This Summer: Your 2025 Guide to Scrap Metal Recycling in Richmond, VA

Summer in RVA is unbeatable. The long days are perfect for getting outside, tackling home improvement projects, and enjoying everything the city has to offer. It’s […]
May 15, 2025
Industrial

Industrial Materials Recycling

Here at Smith Iron & Metal, Richmond’s oldest and most trusted scrap recycling yard, we’re incredibly proud of our “Get Weighed and Get Paid” promise. For […]
April 30, 2025
What is scrap metal recycling

What Exactly Is Scrap Metal Recycling? Your Richmond Experts Explain!

Hey Richmond! Here at Smith Iron & Metal, we’ve been a part of this community since 1940 – that’s a long time! We’re proud to be […]
March 24, 2025
Make money off of spring cleaning!

Make Money off Spring Cleaning!

Spring is in the air, and that familiar itch to declutter and refresh your space is upon us! But what if you could turn that spring […]
March 3, 2025
Tariffs

Tariffs and Scrap Metal: What to Expect

At Smith Iron & Metal, Richmond’s Oldest Scrap Yard, we’re all about making scrapping easy. After all, our motto is “Get Weighed and Get Paid!” That […]
January 2, 2025
Fall Scrap Metal

How does Scrap Metal Recycling Work?

If you follow this blog, you’ve noticed that we spend a lot of time talking about scrapping, scrap metal prices, how to earn the most money […]