
Midwest PGM Recycling Center at 13513 Industrial Dr, Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Midwest PGM Recycling Center is a self-service auto salvage yard and scrap metal recycler at 13513 Industrial Dr in Cedar Lake. Customers can browse and remove used auto parts themselves, and the yard also buys scrap metal, including vehicles. Hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM—no weekends or holidays. Services & What to Expect This is a self-service salvage yard, meaning you’ll need to visit in person to find and remove parts. There’s no online inventory, so you’ll have to search the yard yourself. Common parts available include engines, transmissions, body panels, suspension components, and interior parts. The yard also buys scrap metal like copper, aluminum, brass, steel, and iron, as well as junk vehicles. Self-Service Salvage Process To get parts here, you’ll need to: Visit during open hours (Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM). Bring your own tools—sockets, wrenches, a jack if needed. Walk through the yard to find parts. Vehicles are grouped by make and model, but no online list exists. Remove the part and take it to the payment counter. Pay by the pound at the scale—pricing is weight-based. Staff don’t provide tools or help with removal, so come prepared. Scrap Metal & Vehicle Recycling The yard buys scrap metal, including: Non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass) Ferrous metals (steel, iron) Junk cars, old engines, transmissions Pricing depends on weight and current market rates. Call ahead to check if they accept specific materials, as policies can change. Vehicle Removal & Towing Need to get rid of a junk car, truck, or SUV? Midwest PGM Recycling Center offers pickup and pays for the vehicle based on its scrap value. For details, check out our cash for junk cars page. Location & Hours Midwest PGM Recycling Center is at: 13513 Industrial Dr Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM. Closed weekends and holidays. The yard is easy to reach from US-30 and nearby industrial roads. Directions From US-30 (Dunes Hwy), take the exit for Industrial Dr. Turn right, and the yard is on the left at 13513. Plenty of parking for customers. Contact Information Phone: (219) 374-8700 Website: midwestpgm.com Facebook: Midwest PGM Frequently Asked Questions What are the hours for Midwest PGM Recycling Center? The yard is open Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM. Closed weekends and holidays. Does Midwest PGM Recycling Center buy junk cars? Yes, they buy junk cars and scrap vehicles. Pricing is based on weight and condition. For more details, visit our cash for junk cars page. What kind of parts can I find at Midwest PGM Recycling Center? The yard has a wide range of used auto parts, including: Engines and transmissions Body panels (doors, hoods, fenders) Suspension and drivetrain parts Interior parts (seats, dashboards, trim) Electrical components (wiring, alternators, starters) Parts are sold self-service—you’ll need to remove them yourself. No online inventory means you must visit to check availability. How does self-service auto salvage work here? You enter the yard during open hours, find the part you need, and remove it with your own tools. Bring the part to the payment counter, where staff weigh it and charge by the pound. No tools or help are provided. Are there discounts or bulk pricing? Pricing is weight-based, and discounts aren’t publicly listed. Ask staff about bulk deals when you visit. Can I sell scrap metal other than vehicles? Yes, they buy non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass) and ferrous metals (steel, iron). Pricing depends on type and weight. Call ahead to confirm they accept what you have. Parts Pricing Pricing is based on weight, with parts sold by the pound. Exact prices aren’t listed online, but you’ll pay market rates for scrap and used auto parts. Rates can change with demand and material availability. Prices last checked: June 10, 2024 Category Part Price (per lb) Notes Non-Ferrous Metals Copper $2.50–$3.50 Pricing changes with market conditions. Non-Ferrous Metals Aluminum $0.80–$1.20 Clean, sorted aluminum gets better rates. Non-Ferrous Metals Brass $1.50–$2.20 Yellow and red brass may have different rates. Ferrous Metals Steel $0.05–$0.10 Pricing depends on steel type and cleanliness. Auto Parts Engines/Transmissions Varies by weight Pricing depends on condition and demand. Auto Parts Body Panels Varies by weight Clean, undamaged panels may be worth more. Prices come from the business website and can change. Always confirm rates before visiting.







