Every professional in construction, plumbing, or electrical work ends up with one thing after a job: scrap material. From copper wires and metal piping to aluminum siding and broken appliances β these materials pile up quickly.

If you’re an electrician, plumber, roofer, or contractor in Mesa, Arizona, it’s time to stop seeing leftover scrap as trash and start seeing it as a reliable income source. π°
In this article, weβll show you:
- π§ What materials are commonly left over from jobs
- ποΈ How much theyβre worth
- π Where to sell them fast and get paid fairly
- π‘ Why a recycling center like Clean The Planet is a game-changer

π© Common Materials Contractors Can Recycle for Cash
Whether you’re rewiring a house or replacing old plumbing, youβre likely throwing away value. Hereβs what you should be saving:
β‘ Electricians:
- Copper wiring (bare bright, insulated)
- Metal conduit
- Breaker panels (metal casing)
- Brass connectors
πΏ Plumbers:
- Copper pipes
- Brass fittings
- Water heater tanks (metal shell)
- Stainless steel parts
π§± Construction & Roofing:
- Aluminum gutters, frames
- Steel beams or rebar
- Siding or sheet metal
- Radiators or HVAC units
Even job-site debris like aluminum cans from workers can be recycled. Every pound adds up!

π§ Why You Shouldn’t Just Throw It in the Dumpster
Besides losing money, dumping scrap:
- β Costs you more in dumpster/haul fees
- β Fills landfills unnecessarily
- β Wastes materials that could be reprocessed
Instead:
- β»οΈ Save scrap in bins per job
- π§Ύ Bring it in weekly or monthly
- π΅ Turn leftovers into profit
Contractors who recycle regularly add $200-$500/month in extra cash from what they used to throw away.

π’ Where to Recycle in Mesa, AZ
β Clean The Planet Recycling LLC
- π 1112 W Birchwood Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210
- π WhatsApp/Call: +1 (480) 361-1863
- π MonβFri: 8:00 AM β 5:00 PM
- π Sat: 8:00 AM β 3:00 PM | Sun: Closed
π§° Pro Tip: Make a System
Professionals who get the most from recycling have a system:
- Set up labeled bins in your truck/trailer
- Separate copper, brass, aluminum, etc. as you go
- Keep a tally for monthly scrap value
- Schedule one day per week or month for drop-off
One small habit = big monthly income π

π Final Word: Turn Leftovers Into Extra Profit
If youβre already hauling materials, why not make one extra stop and get paid for what others throw away?
Clean The Planet Recycling makes it easy, fast, and worth your time. With certified scales, instant payout, and helpful staff, you can stop wasting your scrap β and start turning it into a steady cash flow.
π Visit RecyclersMesa.com
π² Send a WhatsApp or call to get current prices or directions
β»οΈ Recycle like a pro. Earn like a boss.