Moving house often means discovering things you no longer need. Instead of throwing them away or paying extra to move them, many Perth homeowners are now turning unwanted metal items into quick cash. The best part? You’ll declutter faster, save space, and earn money at the same time.
7 Valuable Metal Items You Can Scrap Before Moving House:
1. Metal Bed Frames and Old Furniture
Metal furniture often becomes a burden during relocation. Over time, bed frames, bunk beds, steel chairs, and shelving units can become worn, bent, or rusted—and they’re usually too bulky to take to a new house.
Instead of dragging them along, you can recycle them as scrap. Metal bed frames and steel furniture bring good weight, which means they often offer a reasonable payout. Even rusted furniture is fully recyclable. By scrapping them, you reduce your moving load and earn quick cash.
2. Garden Tools and Outdoor Equipment
The garden shed is one of the easiest places to find scrap metal when preparing to move. Old garden tools such as shovels, rakes, and hoes may no longer work properly, but the steel and aluminium components are still valuable.
Broken wheelbarrow frames, rusted lawnmower bodies, old leaf blowers, and power tools also contain recyclable metals. These items often get thrown away during moving clean-ups, but recycling them helps you declutter more efficiently. Universal Scrap Metal accepts a wide range of shed and garden metal items from Perth households.
3. Gym Equipment You Don’t Want to Take
Gym equipment is heavy, awkward to move, and expensive to transport—especially when relocating to a smaller space. Squat racks, dumbbells, barbells, weight plates, and exercise machines often contain large amounts of steel or cast iron.
If your equipment is old, rusted, or not worth the effort of moving, scrapping it is a practical alternative. Many Perth homeowners choose to recycle their heavier gym pieces rather than pay removal costs, and the bonus is that scrap weight usually brings a good return.
4. Spare Car Parts Sitting in the Garage
Almost every garage in Perth has a corner filled with old or unused car batteries. These items often gather dust for years simply because they’re too bulky to throw out.
Alternators, rotors, brake discs, rims, gearboxes, compressors, and metal brackets can all be recycled. Even if these parts are damaged or no longer functional, the metal inside has scrap value. Before moving, it’s worth checking your garage shelves—you might be surprised by how much is recyclable.
5. Metal Storage Units and Garage Shelving
Strong metal shelving units are helpful, but not everyone wants to take them to a new house—especially if the new space has built-in storage. Garage racks, metal cabinets, and workshop frames are generally made of steel and can be easily scrapped.
Removing bulky shelving also helps reduce the size and weight of your moving truck. Universal Scrap Metal accepts these items even if they have small plastic or wooden attachments; we’ll handle the separation during processing.
6. Outdoor Furniture and Patio Frames
Perth’s weather can be harsh on outdoor furniture. Over time, aluminium tables, steel patio sets, metal stools, and outdoor benches can become rusty, faded, or unstable. These items are often left behind during a move because they’re too worn to take to a new home.
Instead of sending them to a landfill, you can recycle the metal frames. Aluminium scrap, in particular, has substantial scrap value. Scrapping your old outdoor furniture is not only environmentally friendly but also helps you avoid unnecessary moving clutter.
7. Curtain Rods, Railings, and Door Hardware
When preparing a home for sale or updating the interior before moving, many people remove and replace fittings such as curtain rods, door handles, hinges, rails, and window hardware. These pieces are small, but most contain aluminium, brass, or steel—metals that are easily recyclable and hold scrap value.
Collecting these items together can earn you a tidy sum, especially when combined with other lightweight metal items from around the home.
Why Scrap Before Moving?
- Less to Pack
You reduce moving costs and avoid transporting things you don’t need. - Extra Cash Before Relocating
Many everyday items contain metal that carries real scrap value. - Eco-Friendly Disposal
Recycling directly helps Perth reduce landfill waste and supports a cleaner, more sustainable community.
Scrap Metal Recycling Made Easy in Perth
Universal Scrap Metal makes the process simple for anyone preparing to move:
- Accepts aluminium, copper, steel, brass, motors, car parts, and more
- Drop-off available at our Perth facility
- Pickup options for large loads
- Fast weighing and competitive payouts
- Safe, eco-friendly processing
Whether you’re decluttering before settlement or clearing out the garage, we help you turn unwanted metal items into something valuable.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need to sort the scrap before bringing it in?
No. We’re happy to sort it for you, but separating metals may help you get a better return.
2. Will you accept items with plastic or wood attached?
Yes. We handle the dismantling process and separate the metal during recycling.
3. Can I bring a mix of small and large items together?
Absolutely. Household scraps of any size are welcome.
4. How much can I earn for my scrap?
It depends on the metal and weight. Non-ferrous metals like aluminium and brass pay more.
5. Do you offer pickup anywhere in Perth?
Yes, we offer convenient pickup services for large or heavy loads across Perth.
👉 Contact Universal Scrap Metal today to book a drop off of your scrap before moving.