If you’ve spent any time in the scrap metal industry, or you’re just starting to figure out what that pile of old plumbing fittings and electrical cable in your garage is actually worth, then you’ve probably heard the term red metals. It’s one of those phrases that gets thrown around at scrap yards and recycling […]

Essential Glossary of Scrap Metal Terms in New Zealand In New Zealand’s thriving scrap metal industry, understanding key commodity terms is crucial for recyclers, sellers, and buyers alike. This glossary focuses on New Zealand-specific terminology surrounding ferrous and non-ferrous metals, drawing from local practices like Endless Metals, which buys a wide range of grades including […]

If you have scrap metal to move and you want the best return for it, you already know that pricing is the first thing you check. A few dollars per kilo might not sound like much on a small load, but across a ute full of copper, a trailer of aluminium, or a commercial clearance […]

Introducing the Scrap Metal Pricing Calculator: Estimate Your Scrap Value Before You Arrive Picture this… You’re standing in the garage looking at a pile of cable, pipe, or offcuts and asking yourself: “How much is this actually worth?” You’re exactly who our Onehunga Pricing Calculator and Wairau Pricing Calculator was built for. DIY homeowners, tradies, […]

Clear Pricing Guidance Before You Visit the Yard Knowing what your scrap metal might be worth shouldn’t feel like guesswork. Transparency is at the heart of who Endless is, and that’s That’s why Endless has introduced publicly available Pricing Lists for our Auckland yards. These lists give customers a clear pricing range across commodities so […]

Lead-acid batteries are one of the most commonly recycled products in New Zealand, and for good reason. Found in cars, trucks, forklifts, boats, backup power systems, and industrial equipment, these batteries contain valuable materials that can be reused when handled correctly. If you’re holding onto old car batteries or other lead-acid batteries, selling them to […]

Old hot water cylinders are one of the most valuable and commonly overlooked scrap items in Auckland. Whether removed during a renovation, plumbing upgrade, or full home replacement, these bulky units contain high levels of copper and other recyclable metals that make them well worth scrapping. Instead of sending an old cylinder to landfill or […]

Searching for “scrap metal near me” in Auckland can provide you with a flurry of results. They’re not all serving your best interests, so it’s best to do your research! You were looking for fair prices, fast service, and somewhere you could trust to weigh and grade your metal properly. In 2026, that matters more […]

If you’ve got aluminium rattling around in the ute tray, you’re already sitting on cash. The only question is whether you’re getting paid properly for it. It’s light, it’s everywhere, and when you sort it properly, it can turn into a tidy payout instead of a dusty pile you keep stepping over. This guide breaks […]

Brass Scrap in NZ What Your Old Fittings Are Actually Worth? Brass scrap is like loose change in your ute. You forget it’s there until you realise it’s actually worth a decent feed. It really is one of those materials that sneaks up on you. It doesn’t look flashy, but it adds up fast. For […]