Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Scrap Metal and Gold Buyers in Nottingham
Established in 1977, Zinda Scrap Metals has built a reputation as a trusted specialist in the non-ferrous metal recycling industry. With over 45 years of experience, we serve commercial and domestic clients across Nottingham, Leicester, and Derby, offering competitive pricing for metals such as copper, brass, aluminium, and lead. Our price match promise ensures customers receive the best market rates, while our efficient weigh-and-pay process guarantees swift transactions. We provide a nationwide collection service for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alongside scrap metal skip hire solutions tailored to project requirements. Our expertise extends to gold purchasing, with a dedicated service offering per-gram pricing and a commitment to matching competitors' offers.Operating from our Ilkeston site, we combine decades of industry knowledge with transparent practices, serving tradespeople and the public alike. Our team's deep understanding of metal markets enables us to maintain consistently competitive rates without compromising service quality. We prioritise customer convenience through flexible payment options and a streamlined process for both in-person and postal gold sales. Our long-standing presence in the industry reflects our dedication to reliability, professionalism, and value-driven solutions for all metal recycling needs.
Services
Scrap Metal Services
Cash for Gold
Scrap Metal Skip Hire
Collection Service
Price Match Guarantee
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- We have 45 years of experience in non-ferrous metal recycling
- Our price match promise guarantees the best market rates
- We operate a nationwide collection service for all metal types
- Our weigh-and-pay process ensures swift transactions and payments
- Our team has specialist knowledge of non-ferrous metal markets
Services
Scrap Metal Services
We provide comprehensive scrap metal recycling solutions for both commercial and domestic clients. Our expertise in non-ferrous metals like copper, brass, and aluminium ensures competitive pricing. With collection services available nationwide, we handle volumes from small household items to industrial quantities up to 30 tonnes.
Cash for Gold
Our professional gold purchasing service accepts rings, jewellery, coins, and scrap gold. We offer daily updated per-gram pricing based on London Gold Fix rates. Customers benefit from our price match guarantee against high street competitors, with payment options including instant cash or BACS transfers within three working days.
Scrap Metal Skip Hire
Designed for short-term projects, our skip hire service facilitates efficient metal collection and recycling. Available across Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire, this service helps businesses meet environmental obligations while converting scrap into cash. Skips accommodate various project sizes with convenient delivery and collection arrangements.
Collection Service
We offer nationwide collection for ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including iron, steel, copper, and brass. Our logistics network handles quantities from small batches to 30-tonne loads, ensuring timely collection and competitive pricing through our established distribution channels.
Price Match Guarantee
Our commitment to competitive pricing includes a formal price match promise. If competitors offer better rates for similar metal grades, we will match or exceed their offers. This guarantee applies to both metal recycling and gold purchasing services, ensuring maximum value for our clients.
Questions
What types of metals do you accept for recycling?
We accept all non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, aluminium, lead, and stainless steel, plus ferrous metals like iron and steel. We also buy gold items such as jewellery and coins.
How do you determine metal prices?
Our prices are based on daily London Gold Fix rates for precious metals and current market values for industrial metals. We update our rates regularly to ensure competitive pricing.
Do you offer collection services outside Nottingham?
Yes, we provide nationwide collection for all metal types. Our logistics team handles volumes from small domestic loads to industrial quantities up to 30 tonnes.
What identification is required for gold sales?
For postal gold sales, we require photographic ID and proof of address. In-person transactions need valid identification to comply with anti-money laundering regulations.
How quickly are payments processed?
In-person sales receive immediate cash payments. Postal transactions are processed within three working days of receipt, with funds transferred via BACS to your nominated account.
Can I get a price quote before visiting?
While we provide indicative pricing over the phone, final valuation requires physical inspection. Our price match guarantee ensures you receive competitive rates against written offers from other buyers.
