Novellas Scrap Yard in Danbury, Connecticut
Novellas Scrap Yard is a self-service auto salvage yard at 5 Thorpe Street in Danbury, Connecticut. It sells used auto parts and buys scrap metal from individuals and businesses. Customers can remove their own parts or bring in scrap for weighing and payment.
Services and How It Works
The yard operates on a self-service model. Customers park, locate parts, remove what they need, then pay at the counter. It sells used auto parts from wrecked or retired vehicles and buys scrap metal including cars, appliances, and metal debris.
The process is straightforward:
- Check in at the main office
- Browse vehicles by part category
- Remove needed parts with your own tools
- Weigh scrap at the scale if selling metal
- Pay for parts or scrap at checkout
Bring basic tools and gloves for safety. The yard keeps the process simple, and reviews often mention how easy it is to find what you need. For larger loads, the yard also offers scrap pickup service.
Location and Hours
Novellas Scrap Yard is at 5 Thorpe Street, Danbury, CT 06810, off Route 7 near Exit 4.
Regular hours are:
- Monday through Friday: 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
- Saturday: 7:30 AM–12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Check www.novellasrecycling.com for any holiday or weather-related schedule changes.
What Customers Say
The yard has a 4.70/5 rating from 116 Google reviews. Customers often mention the friendly atmosphere and quick service.
Common positive points include:
- Helpful, courteous staff
- Fast visits with no unnecessary delays
- Competitive scrap pricing
- Reliable stock of common auto parts
One negative review noted low payments for scrap appliances, which is common because of their low metal content.
