Advantage Metals Recycling at 1015 S Packard St, Kansas City, KS 66105

Duran—yeah, that was his name—really came through for us. We hauled in a bunch of electrical bus ducts with steel, aluminum, and copper, and he somehow squeezed out a price way better than anywhere else we’d called. No haggling, no runaround, just a fair deal. Then they printed out a ticket, and we just scanned it at the ATM to get our cash—no checks, not even for big amounts over $500. That’s a first for me at a scrapyard. Everyone there was decent, no attitude, just straightforward help. I’ll definitely be back. ---

Absolute scam artists. I brought in some personal wire using my company truck since I work in the area. When I got to their office, they hit me with this line: *"Oh, we can only make the check out to the company."* Like, what? They knew full well most companies just toss those checks, and the employees never see a dime. It’s a dirty trick to screw over people who don’t have time to deal with corporate red tape. And the staff? Rude as hell. Other recyclers don’t pull this crap. ---

We showed up with over 100 pounds of household metal scrap—nothing crazy, just a normal SUV load, not some massive truck. They weighed us coming in, weighed us going out, and the numbers kept jumping around by 100 pounds like the scale was broken. Then they paid us for *20 pounds*—$1.50, if that. Either their scales are busted, or they’re fudging the numbers on purpose. The big haulers won’t even notice, but when you’re just trying to scrap a little, it’s a total rip-off. Skip this place if you’re not hauling a ton. ---

First time scrapping, and I didn’t know what to expect. But every single person I talked to was actually nice—no attitude, no rushing me out. One guy even took the time to explain how to sort my metals better to get more money. Simple stuff, but it made a difference. Next time I’ve got scrap, I’m going straight back to Advantage Metals. ---

Last time I left a review here, I was pissed. But I gave them another shot, and now? They’re the best in the business. The front desk guys—they’re always polite, no games, no trying to lowball you. I make it a point to go when the Mexican crew’s out there working because, hands down, they’re the friendliest, most respectful people I’ve ever met at a salvage yard. Everyone else I’ve dealt with? Forget it. These guys actually treat you right.