Business & Personal Recycling Services

Vista, CA

Competitive Pricing 

60+ Years of Experience 

Family-Owned Business

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Professional Recycling Solutions Since 1959

Lee's Iron & Metal has been a trusted partner for recycling services throughout San Diego County for over six decades. Our family-owned business provides fair, competitive pricing while delivering exceptional service. Since our founding in 1959, we've built our reputation on reliability, efficiency, and industry knowledge that comes from years of hands-on experience. We recognize that recycling serves both environmental goals and helps maximize the value of your materials. Our focus remains on creating a smooth, straightforward process from start to finish. Our dedicated team handles projects of all sizes, from small residential cleanups to large commercial operations.

At Lee's Iron & Metal, we blend traditional service values with advanced recycling methods. As a local business with 60+ years in the industry, we've refined our processes to provide quick service while maintaining careful attention to detail. We use modern equipment and train our staff thoroughly to handle diverse recycling needs safely and efficiently. Our established presence in San Diego County has helped us build strong connections with businesses and residents, creating a community-focused approach to recycling that benefits everyone. We serve contractors with demolition materials, businesses with industrial waste, and customers with scrap metal by providing customized solutions for each situation. For more information about our recycling capabilities, please contact us.

Why Choose Us

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Competitive Pricing

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Quick Service

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60+ Years of Experience

Lee's Iron & Metal
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Locally Owned

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Family Owned

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In business since 1959

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Commercial Recycling

Our commercial recycling program helps businesses manage waste efficiently while recovering valuable materials. We partner with offices, retail shops, restaurants, and other commercial entities to create customized recycling solutions that reduce landfill waste and potentially generate revenue. Our team assesses your specific needs and implements a convenient collection system that fits seamlessly into your operations.
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Contractor Recycling

Contractors count on Lee's Iron & Metal for responsible disposal of construction waste. We recognize the time-sensitive nature of construction projects and offer flexible scheduling with fast turnaround times to keep job sites clean and compliant. Our contractor services include easy drop-off options and competitive rates on all recyclable construction materials.
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Demolition Scrap Recycling

Demolition projects yield substantial recyclable material that belongs in processing facilities, not landfills. Our demolition scrap recycling service helps sort, process, and recycle materials from demolition sites, including structural steel, wiring, pipes, and other metals. We coordinate directly with your demolition team for efficient removal of materials, supporting green building requirements while potentially offsetting project costs.
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Industrial Recycling

Industrial facilities generate unique waste streams requiring specialized handling. Our industrial recycling addresses the specific needs of manufacturing plants, processing facilities, and other operations. We process everything from production scrap and equipment components to packaging materials and byproducts. We collaborate with industrial clients to develop comprehensive recycling programs that satisfy regulations while maximizing resource recovery.
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Personal Recycling

Personal recycling services provide a simple and responsible way to dispose of unwanted metal and recyclable materials from your home or personal projects. Whether you are cleaning out a garage, replacing old appliances, or handling leftover renovation materials, recycling helps reduce waste while supporting sustainable resource reuse. With convenient recycling solutions and fair value for accepted materials, individuals can clear clutter efficiently while contributing to a cleaner environment.

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Recycling For Businesses

Turn everyday metal waste into valuable resources with a practical recycling program designed for businesses. Recycling can help reduce landfill hauling, support sustainability goals, and potentially improve costs through scrap recovery and documentation. Whether your scrap comes from routine operations, maintenance and equipment upgrades, or construction/demolition projects, a professional approach helps you sort materials correctly, stay compliant with local requirements, and keep your process efficient—without disrupting day-to-day operations.

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Scrap Metal Recycling

As our name indicates, scrap metal recycling forms the foundation of Lee's Iron & Metal. We accept and process all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, paying fair market prices based on current commodity values. Our advanced sorting and processing equipment handles everything from aluminum cans to heavy structural steel. Customers appreciate our transparent weighing procedures and prompt payment for their scrap metal.
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Scrap Metal Pickup

Scrap metal pickup is available for customers who need a convenient way to recycle larger or ongoing volumes of material. Lee’s Iron & Metal offers scheduled pickup services using roll‑off containers to support projects where transporting scrap is not practical. Materials are collected and processed using the same standards applied at our facility, with fair market pricing based on current commodity values. Our pickup services are designed to provide a straightforward solution while ensuring materials are handled efficiently and responsibly.

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