Alco Iron & Metal Co

Alco Iron & Metal Company is committed to providing the best one-stop recycling, fabrication, and sales location in the Bay Area. Do your part to save our world and stop by one of our three convenient locations today.Established in 1953 and incorporated in 1972, Alco Iron & Metal Company, a family owned business, began operation on a quarter acre in San Leandro, California. Still owned by the same family, Alco Iron & Metal now has five large locations in Northern California with a combination of over 41 acres.It’s amazing how dedication, hard work, and family support can foster a dream. As we open the doors to all 5 of our locations across Northern California, we’re proud to say that we came a long way from that quarter acre we started on.Today, we remain the product of that same desire to succeed. We’re still owned and operated by our family, now introducing our fourth generation to the business. It’s truly remarkable to witness the amount of progress we’ve achieved over the years. More than 41 acres of land and employing over 220 dedicated people, what began as a familial ideal has now grown into its very own community.Here you’ll find a variety of skilled scrap metal buyers, processing crews, the best of the best in sales staff, as well as new & usable buyers. We have certified welders, demolition experts, and a full staff operating our fabrication facility.Our company holds a total of four contractor’s licenses: A, B, Demolition & Fabrication. We go above and beyond to ensure that every member of our team is trained to deliver a pleasurable, informative experience to all of our clients.

Alco Iron & Metal always makes ourselves available to our customers. If you ever have any questions or concerns, trust us to answer them all for you. With a reputation that spans across global hemispheres, our clients are truly amazed by the down-home experience we consistently deliver.When you take your scrap metal pieces to us, we will pay you the highest pricing in the market. We purchase your scrap metals and supplies at some of the most competitive rates you’ll find.Quality and convenience are two of our greatest concerns. Feel free to browse our website to learn more about what we offer. If you’re curious to see what we can do for your personally, contact us so our bid specialist can provide you with a quote, completely FREE of charge.Alco Iron & Metal is prepared to continue advancing our pursuits for many years to come. We live to satisfy our clients today while staying mindful of your potential needs tomorrow. We’re proud to employ a diverse group of people coming from a variety of backgrounds and experience. This unique blend has created a fertile environment for catering to our clients’ concerns, working toward resolving objectives that benefit us all.

Our Values

There’s no comparison to the level of service we provide. Our process and policy has been compared against the country’s leading metal companies and we can proudly say we have all bases covered. We’ve taken your most pressing needs and concerns and used them to develop a comprehensive approach to collecting, recycling, and repurposing a variety of materials.

Scrap Metal

Alco Iron & Metal is a major purchaser and supplier of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap and surplus metal products on domestic and international levels. Container Service is available, specializing in industrial accounts.

Metal Fabrication

With clients ranging from a wide variety of industries, our extensive experience in the metal business has given us a considerable edge over the competition. We review each client’s plans and requirements before developing a customized strategy to completing your fabrication project. Manufacturing facilities, commercial construction companies, and organizations that cater to various industrial

Demolition

Contact us to discuss the creation of a custom action plan for the safe demolition of obsolete equipment and any other form of industrial demolition. Our team of specialists are trained to complete each demolition project in the fastest, most efficient manner possible. Fully insured and thoroughly certified, give us a call for a FREE quote for your project.

Recycling

Alco Iron & Metal Company’s recycling service simultaneously addresses two major concerns. Recycling metal and other materials doubles as a treat to the environment and our client’s budget. This is much more than a service, we look at recycling as a responsibility – one that we take pride in. It is the very core of the scrap metal industry. For the last 60 years, we’ve proudly assumed this responsibility, resulting in millions of tons of waste metals placed back in production.Alco Iron & Metal is leading the way to protect our Environment!We’ve invested in our facilities to guarantee that we’re recycling materials using the cleanest method and producing products that are nothing less than the absolute best. Our processes set the standard for metal facilities across Northern California. Recycling plastic, computer components (PC boards), as well as metals, we have significantly reduced the amount of waste that contaminates the atmosphere.Our facilities purchase incredible amounts of surplus, excess, or non-prime metals. We also accept finished products and prime plates, beams, pipes, coils, etc.

Why Choose Us

• 5 Locations spread across more than 41 acres of land
• 220 dedicated employees devoted to serving you
• More than 60 years of experience
• Family owned and operated, dedicated to your satisfaction