Scrap Lead
Scrap Lead Grades
As a fully licensed scrap metal yard in Ashton-in-Makerfield, we specialise in buying scrap lead. Whether you have a small amount or regular trade quantities, Makerfield Metals provides fair valuations and fast payment.
- Lead Sheet
- Cast Lead
- Lead Acid Batteries
- …and more
Why Recycle Lead
Recycling lead is important for protecting the environment and human health. Lead is a hazardous material if not handled correctly, but it can be recycled safely and reused without losing quality, reducing the need for mining.
Producing lead from recycled material uses far less energy than making it from raw sources. This helps lower carbon emissions, reduce pollution, and keep harmful materials out of landfill and water systems.
Lead is a valuable scrap metal, so recycling it allows individuals and businesses to get paid for their scrap. By recycling lead at a licensed scrapyard, you ensure it is handled safely, legally, and in an environmentally responsible way.
Collection Service & Yard Deliveries
We make selling scrap simple and convenient. Makerfield Metals offers a collection service for larger quantities of scrap lead, subject to location and volume.
You are also welcome to deliver your scrap directly to our yard in Ashton-in-Makerfield, where our experienced team will weigh and value your items accurately.
Why Choose Makerfield Metal & Recycling Limited?
- Local Wigan Scrap Yard
- Live Scrap Lead Prices
- Collection Available for Loads
- Yard Deliveries Accepted
- Trade & Public Welcome
- Fully Licenced and Compliant
- Friendly, Knowledgeable Team
Serving Wigan & Greater Manchester and Beyond
We cover a large area serving customers across:
Ashton-in-Makerfield, Atherton, Billinge, Bolton, Bootle, Bury, Chorley, Crosby, Eccles, Golborne, Haydock, Hindley, Huyton, Ince-in-Makerfield, Kirkby, Leigh, Leyland, Liverpool, Manchester, Newton-le-Willows, Prescot, Preston, Rainford, Runcorn, Sale, Salford, Skelmersdale, Southport, Standish, St Helens, Stretford, Tyldesley, Urmston, Walkden, Warrington, Westhoughton, Widnes, Wigan… and more.