Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Metal Recycling Partner in Tacoma
Established in 1993, Puget Sound Recycling has served Tacoma and the Greater Puget Sound region as a family-owned metal recycling center. Our team, with over 35 years of combined industry experience, prioritizes fair market pricing and transparent transactions. We specialize in recycling aluminum, steel, copper, brass, and automotive components while maintaining a reputation for integrity in material valuation.Our commitment to community extends through educational initiatives, such as supporting college savings through aluminum can recycling. As active participants in local environmental efforts, we provide bulk pricing incentives and adhere to state compliance standards for material handling. Our facility operates with a focus on customer trust, operational honesty, and sustainable resource management.
Services
Metal Recycling
Aluminum Cans
Non-Ferrous Metals
Car Battery Recycling
Automotive Parts
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- Family-owned operation with 30 years of local experience
- Transparent pricing verified through honest scale measurements
- Specialized in bulk recycling incentives for large volumes
- Compliant with Washington State recycling regulations
- Community-focused approach supporting educational savings programs
What people say
Great bulk pricing
Honest prices
Helpful and friendly
Saved for college
Trustworthy service
Services
Metal Recycling
We process various metals including aluminum, steel, and copper with precision weighing systems. Our facility handles both small and bulk quantities while maintaining compliance with state regulations. Customers receive current market rates with transparent transaction documentation.
Aluminum Cans
Specialized program for aluminum beverage can recycling with educational incentives. Bulk quantities over 100 pounds receive premium pricing. We provide accurate weight measurements and immediate payment for collected materials.
Non-Ferrous Metals
Comprehensive recycling for non-magnetic metals including copper wiring and specialty alloys. Our experts identify material grades to ensure proper valuation. Bulk quantities receive preferential pricing structures.
Car Battery Recycling
Safe processing of automotive lead-acid batteries with environmental compliance. We accept batteries as standalone items or with vehicle component bundles. Proper handling procedures meet regulatory standards for hazardous materials.
Automotive Parts
Recycling service for vehicle components including engines and transmissions. Oil-containing parts require draining prior to acceptance. We provide market-based pricing for ferrous and non-ferrous automotive materials.
People
Donald Bullard
Recycler/Scrapper/Owner
Industry veteran with over 35 years of recycling experience. Leads daily operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in material valuation and customer interactions.
Janet Bullard
Owner/Operator/Recycler
Active participant in business management and customer service. Ensures operational standards align with family values of honesty and community support.
TJ Bullard
Recycler/Scrapper/Son
Third-generation team member contributing to daily recycling operations. Represents the future leadership of the family business through hands-on involvement.
Questions
What materials do you accept for recycling?
We process aluminum, steel, copper, brass, and automotive components including batteries. Non-ferrous metals and bulk quantities receive special consideration.
Do you require identification for recycling?
Washington State law requires valid photo ID for non-ferrous metal recycling. This includes driver's licenses, state IDs, or passports.
How are prices determined for scrap materials?
Current market rates determine all pricing. We use certified scales for accurate weight measurements and provide immediate payment for processed materials.
What are your bulk recycling policies?
Orders exceeding 100 pounds receive premium pricing. Contact us directly for large volume pickups or commercial recycling arrangements.
Are there special programs for educational savings?
Our aluminum can recycling program supports educational goals. Customers receive market rates with bulk incentives for college or school savings initiatives.
