Three Rivers Iron Metal at 500 Virginia Ave, Fairmont, WV 26554
Three Rivers Iron Metal is a scrap metal recycling yard and self-service auto salvage operation at 500 Virginia Avenue in Fairmont. The business serves people looking for used car parts and companies that need scrap metal recycling. Customers can search the yard themselves to pull parts from junked vehicles, and the yard also buys scrap metal and unwanted cars for processing. It handles both auto salvage and metal recycling, with a focus on straightforward service.
Services & What to Expect
Three Rivers Iron Metal is a self-service auto salvage yard, where customers find and remove their own parts from junked cars. The yard stocks common parts like engines, transmissions, body panels, exhaust systems, suspension pieces, and interior trim. You’ll need to bring your own tools to take parts apart and remove them.
Beyond auto salvage, the yard buys and processes scrap metal from vehicles, construction debris, and other sources. They also offer welding and custom vehicle modifications, though pricing and specific services aren’t listed online. For details, call ahead.
The yard takes junk cars for scrap. If you need to get rid of an old vehicle, they can arrange pickup or drop-off. For more on selling a car for scrap, check out our cash for junk cars page.
Customer Experience Notes
Reviews at Three Rivers Iron Metal run the gamut. Some customers praise the staff for being efficient and professional, especially mentioning Stephanie and Bill. One long-time customer said Stephanie has run the scale house politely and quickly since the 1990s. Another noted Bill went the extra mile to finish an order on time, even working a Saturday.
Others have had frustrations, particularly with small scrap loads. Complaints include uneven payment rates, tense interactions at the window, and what some see as unfair pricing for small items like cans. One reviewer said the yard pays just 45 cents per pound for cans, which they felt was low.
Location & Hours
Three Rivers Iron Metal is at 500 Virginia Avenue in Fairmont, WV 26554. The yard is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It’s closed Sundays and holidays. The location is easy to reach from Fairmont and nearby areas, with plenty of space for vehicles and equipment.
