Business Details
Your Trusted Scrap Metal Recycling & Skip Hire Partner in Abermule
Lovatt Brothers is a family-run business operating from Abermule in Mid Wales, with over four decades of experience in scrap metal recycling and skip hire services. We pride ourselves on delivering fast, friendly, and reliably efficient solutions tailored to industrial, commercial, and domestic clients. Our team holds full licensing from the Environment Agency and operates as a DVLA Authorised Treatment Facility, ensuring compliant disposal of end-of-life vehicles with certificates of destruction provided. The business maintains a well-equipped yard featuring modern material handlers and an on-site weigh-bridge, supporting prompt payment processes and streamlined operations.With competitive rates for ferrous and non-ferrous metal purchases - including copper, brass, lead, and vehicle batteries - we cater to clients across Mid Wales and surrounding regions. Our skip hire services offer containers ranging from 2 to 20 cubic yards for various waste types, including hazardous materials, all managed under strict environmental regulations. This combination of heritage, infrastructure, and service diversity positions us as trusted partners for waste management and recycling needs.
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
Skip Hire Services
Metal Collection
Vehicle Dismantling
Hazardous Waste Handling
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with over 40 years experience in metal recycling
- Fully licensed by the Environment Agency for waste management
- DVLA Authorised Treatment Facility for vehicle destruction processes
- On-site weigh-bridge for accurate material measurement and payment
- Modern equipment and experienced team for efficient operations
Associations and certifications
- Environment Agency
- DVLA
Services
Scrap Metal Recycling
We process ferrous and non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, and lead. Our licensed facility handles materials of all quantities with competitive pricing. Clients receive prompt payment through our efficient weighing and processing system.
Skip Hire Services
Available in sizes from 2 to 20 cubic yards, our skips accommodate commercial, industrial, and domestic waste. The licensed waste transfer facility ensures proper recycling and disposal according to environmental regulations.
Vehicle Dismantling
As DVLA Authorised Treatment Facility, we provide end-of-life vehicle disposal with certificate of destruction. Our modern equipment enables efficient dismantling while meeting regulatory requirements for hazardous components.
Metal Collection
We offer collection services for various metal types including plant machinery and industrial equipment. Experienced drivers with material handlers assist with unloading heavy or awkward items at our well-equipped yard.
Hazardous Waste Handling
Our licensed facility manages hazardous waste materials safely. We provide appropriate skips and handling procedures for regulated substances while maintaining full compliance with current environmental legislation.
Questions
What types of scrap metal do you accept?
We process ferrous metals like iron and steel, plus non-ferrous metals including copper, brass, lead, and aluminium. This covers vehicle batteries, plant machinery, and industrial equipment.
Are you licensed to handle waste materials?
Yes, we hold full Environment Agency licensing for waste management operations and maintain DVLA Authorised Treatment Facility status for vehicle disposal.
What skip sizes are available?
Our skip hire options range from 2 to 20 cubic yards to accommodate domestic, commercial, and industrial requirements for both short and long-term projects.
Do you provide vehicle destruction certificates?
As DVLA Authorised Treatment Facility, we issue official certificates of destruction for end-of-life vehicles, ensuring proper deregistration without paperwork hassles for owners.
How are scrap metal payments handled?
We operate an efficient payment system with on-site weigh-bridge facilities. Payment rates remain competitive across all accepted metal types, with transactions completed promptly after processing.
Can you handle hazardous waste materials?
Yes, our licensed facility includes specialist handling procedures for hazardous waste. We provide appropriate containers and ensure compliant disposal according to current environmental regulations.
Reviews (1)
Stevie
Oct 06, 2025
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Staff are always friendly (Darren) and drivers accommodate when they can and are super efficient on the skip delivery and removal . Needed multiple skips on builders instructions and they went above and beyond to take the rubble and stress out of the build for us . Would not use any other company .
