Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Scrap Metal Recycling Partner in Portsmouth
Established in 1986, Archimedes Metal has built a reputation as a trusted scrap metal recycling partner in Portsmouth and across Hampshire. Our nearly four-decade history reflects a commitment to fair payments, reliable service, and customer-centric solutions. We specialise in collecting and recycling all types of scrap metal, including copper, lead, and brass, serving both domestic and commercial clients. Our services include convenient scrap metal collection, skip hire, and site clearances, supported by advanced weighing and grading equipment. With a loyal customer base earned through word-of-mouth recommendations, we prioritise transparency, safety, and efficiency in every transaction. Our team provides tailored solutions for homeowners, tradespeople, and industrial clients, ensuring competitive pricing aligned with global market fluctuations.Payment options include zero-fee BACS transfers and an on-site cashier service with a 4% fee. Operating from our Portsmouth scrap yard, we cover Denmead, Gosport, Fareham, Havant, and Waterlooville, contributing to sustainable waste management practices. Our licensed waste carrier status and partnerships with local recycling businesses underscore our dedication to environmental responsibility. Whether handling small domestic clearances or large industrial site works, we aim to make metal recycling simple, profitable, and environmentally beneficial for our clients.
Services
Scrap Metal Collection
Metal Recycling
Site Clearances
Domestic Clearances
Skip Hire
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in metal recycling.
- Our team provides reliable scrap metal collection services.
- We guarantee fair payments using advanced weighing equipment.
- We offer multiple payment options including zero-fee BACS transfers.
- Our service covers Portsmouth and all Hampshire areas.
Associations and certifications
- Licensed Waste Carrier
What people say
Prompt, fair payments
Excellent service
Mindful of heritage site
Tidy sum from clearance
Professional team
Services
Scrap Metal Collection
We offer convenient scrap metal collection services for both small domestic and large commercial quantities. Our fleet of grab vehicles ensures efficient removal of copper, lead, brass, and mixed metals. Available Monday to Saturday across Portsmouth and Hampshire, with safety prioritised at all sites.
Metal Recycling
Our Portsmouth scrap yard recycles ferrous and non-ferrous metals using advanced weighing and grading equipment. We process copper, aluminium, steel, and precious metals, preparing them for manufacturing cycles while ensuring fair pricing based on global market rates.
Site Clearances
We handle comprehensive site and factory clearances for commercial clients, including sorting, weighing, and recycling valuable metals. Our team manages logistics for heavy or awkward consignments, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing projects in Hampshire.
Domestic Clearances
Ideal for homeowners relocating or decluttering, our domestic clearance service collects metal items from garages and attics. We pay competitive rates for copper, brass, and other metals, offering an alternative to standard waste disposal methods.
Skip Hire
We supply skips for gradual metal waste accumulation during home improvements or developments. Available for short-term hire, with collection arranged when full, allowing flexible scheduling for residential and commercial projects across Hampshire.
People
Jason Bulloch
Owner
With decades of experience in metal recycling, Jason leads Archimedes Metal' operations, ensuring high standards in customer service and sustainable practices. He oversees all aspects of the business.
Questions
What types of scrap metal do you accept?
We accept all metals including copper, lead, brass, aluminium, steel, zinc, and precious metals from domestic or industrial sources.
How are scrap metal prices determined?
Prices reflect current global market rates, with transparent weighing and grading conducted at our Portsmouth facility using advanced equipment.
Do you offer collection services?
Yes, we provide weekday and Saturday morning collections across Hampshire for any quantity of scrap metal, including urgent clearances.
What payment methods are available?
Choose between instant cash cheques (4% fee) or free BACS transfers, with payments made promptly after material grading and weighing.
Are you licensed to handle scrap metal?
We operate as a licensed waste carrier, complying with all regulations for safe and legal metal recycling and disposal.
Can I get a skip for metal waste?
Yes, we supply skips for temporary storage during projects, with collection arranged when full to maintain your worksite's efficiency.
