Description
At West Midlands Metals, we specialise in buying and recycling lead scrap, offering competitive prices for this versatile and widely used metal. If you’re a roofer, builder, plumber, or contractor handling lead materials, we provide a dependable service that turns your scrap lead into immediate cash.
What is Lead Scrap?
Lead is a dense, soft, and malleable metal commonly used for its durability, corrosion resistance, and waterproofing properties. Scrap lead can come in many forms, ranging from clean sheet lead to older, used materials. Depending on its condition and contamination levels, lead is graded accordingly. It is commonly found in: - Roofing sheets, flashing, and lead bays
- Pipes and plumbing systems (especially older properties)
- Batteries (processed separately as battery lead)
- Cable sheathing and radiation shielding
- Construction and demolition waste
Who Typically Collects Lead?
Lead scrap is frequently collected by:
- Roofers – from replacing lead flashing and roof coverings
- Plumbers – from removing old lead pipework
- Builders – from renovation and refurbishment projects
- Demolition contractors – from stripping older buildings
- Scrap metal collectors – specialising in non-ferrous metals
Get the Best Prices for Your Lead Scrap
At West Midlands Metals, we pay competitive market rates for all grades of lead and offer:
- Immediate payments
- Honest, transparent pricing based on current lead values
- Easy drop-off at our yard or arranged collection for larger loads
Turn your scrap lead into cash today. Contact West Midlands Metals for up-to-date prices or visit our West Midlands facility.
Key points to remember about lead:
- Lead is a soft, heavy non-ferrous metal
- It is commonly recovered from roofing, plumbing, and older buildings
- Cleanliness and contamination levels affect the price paid