Owens Scrap Metal Inc in Ocean Springs, Mississippi
Owens Scrap Metal Inc is an auto salvage yard and scrap metal dealer at 10820 Tucker Rd in Ocean Springs. Customers can pull their own parts from vehicles, buy used auto parts, and sell scrap metal. The yard has a weigh station for scrap transactions and vehicles available for part removal.
Services and what to expect
Owens Scrap Metal Inc offers self-service auto salvage. Customers enter the yard and remove parts themselves. The business also buys scrap metal and sells used auto parts. Bring your own tools for part removal and expect to sort and handle your own scrap metal.
The yard has a weigh station for scrap metal transactions. Vehicles are usually arranged by make and model. Customer experiences with staff vary—some report helpful guidance for newcomers while others describe inconsistent service. Wear gloves and eye protection when working in the yard.
What to bring
- Cash or check for purchases and scrap metal sales
- Your own tools for part removal
- A measuring tape or appropriate tools for checking part sizes
- Work gloves and eye protection
- A vehicle suitable for hauling parts if needed
Location and hours
Owens Scrap Metal Inc is at 10820 Tucker Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39565. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The yard is closed on weekends.
Address: 10820 Tucker Rd, Ocean Springs, MS 39565
Phone: (228) 392-6158
Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
The yard is in a commercial area off Tucker Rd, about 3 miles north of I-10 exit 57. Parking is available for customers pulling parts or delivering scrap metal.
Frequently asked questions
What are the hours for Owens Scrap Metal Inc?
The yard is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 3:30 PM. It is closed on weekends.
Does Owens Scrap Metal Inc buy junk cars?
Owens Scrap Metal Inc focuses on scrap metal purchases and self-service auto parts. For options on selling an old vehicle, visit their cash for junk cars page.
What kind of parts can I find there?
The yard has used auto parts available for self-service removal. Customers report finding parts from domestic and import vehicles including engines, transmissions, body panels, interior components, and electrical parts. Inventory changes daily based on incoming vehicles.
How does self-service auto salvage work?
Customers enter the yard with a valid ID and receive instructions on safety and part removal. They locate vehicles containing needed parts, remove the parts using their own tools, and proceed to the office to complete the purchase. Staff may help locate vehicles but do not remove parts for customers.
Do I need to sort my scrap metal before bringing it in?
Sorting scrap metal by type improves pricing. The yard weighs and prices scrap metal at the station. Customers load and unload their own material.
What payment methods do they accept?
The yard takes cash and checks for purchases and scrap metal sales. Credit and debit cards may not be accepted for all transactions—confirm payment methods when arriving.
Customer feedback
The yard has a Google rating of 4.00 out of 5 based on 115 reviews. Customers report mixed experiences with staff interaction and yard organization.
Positive reviews mention helpful staff who assist newcomers and provide guidance on scrap handling. One customer wrote, "Got in and out fast. The crew there didn’t make me feel dumb for asking." Another noted, "They’ll actually teach you stuff if you ask."
Negative reviews cite inconsistent service, yard disorganization, and issues with scrap metal pricing. One customer said, "The place is a mess—rude staff, no organization." Another reported, "They’ll nickel-and-dime you if they think they can get away with it."
