Aluminum Metal Recycling in Crystal Lake, IL and Beyond

Wauconda Recycling Center

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Earn Cash for Your Aluminum

Wauconda Recycling Center is a family-owned and -operated recycling business serving the general public, contractors and businesses alike. We offer friendly and superior service. Call (224) 606-1003 or stop by today.


Bring in your Aluminum to Wauconda Recycling Center and walk out with cash! You can earn money while helping to save our environment. To get started with aluminum metal recycling in Barrington, IL and beyond, call us.


 Our knowledge of the Aluminum markets ensures that your material will be recycled responsibly and allows us to offer the highest market price for your material.

Get Cash Today for Your Aluminum


Clean Aluminum

Not magnetic; must have all rubber, foam, plastic, iron removed (considered dirty or breakage if this description is not met); not cast. (Example: home siding, window frames)


Cast Aluminum

Aluminum that has been made in a molding; it will crack, where regular aluminum will not; must be free of rubber, foam, plastic, and iron.(i.e., non-magnetic)


Aluminum Radiators

Must be free of steel and plastic, and all liquid must be drained, not magnetic.


Aluminum Wheels

Lead wheel weights, valve stems, and plastic caps need to be removed; two types – chrome and alloy; not magnetic.


Copper Aluminum Radiators (ACR)

A radiator that is only made of aluminum and copper; the brass, plastic, and iron needs to be removed. (Example: air conditioner coils)

Highest Prices Paid for Scrap Metal

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(224) 606-1003

(224) 606-1003
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"Fast and efficient! And the staff are always so very nice. Glad to be doing something other than adding to a landfill."

- Laura Garcia, Facebook Review

Purpose of Recycled Aluminum for Future Use


Why Recycle Aluminum?

Recycling aluminum is a crucial practice for environmental sustainability and economic efficiency. By choosing recycled aluminum, you help conserve natural resources, reduce energy consumption, and minimize waste. Here are some key benefits:

  • Energy Savings: Recycling aluminum uses up to 95% less energy compared to producing new aluminum from raw materials, significantly reducing carbon emissions.
  • Resource Conservation: By recycling aluminum, we preserve valuable natural resources and reduce the need for new mining operations.
  • Waste Reduction: Recycling aluminum helps divert waste from landfills, contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment.



Our Recycling Process

At Wauconda Recycling Center, we follow a meticulous recycling process to ensure the highest quality of recycled copper:

  • Collection: We gather aluminum from various sources, including beverage cans, automotive parts, and industrial scrap.
  • Sorting and Cleaning: The collected aluminum is sorted and cleaned to remove any contaminants and ensure high purity.
  • Shredding and Melting: The aluminum is shredded into smaller pieces and then melted down in a furnace.
  • Refining and Forming: The melted aluminum is refined to achieve the desired quality and then formed into new products, ready for use in various industries.


Applications of Recycled Aluminum

Recycled aluminum is versatile and used in numerous applications, including:

  • Packaging: Recycled aluminum is ideal for beverage cans, food containers, and other packaging materials due to its lightweight and corrosion-resistant properties.
  • Automotive: It is used in the production of vehicle parts, contributing to lighter and more fuel-efficient cars.
  • Construction: Recycled aluminum is used in building materials, such as window frames, roofing, and siding.
  • Electronics: It is essential for manufacturing electronic devices, including smartphones, laptops, and household appliances.


By choosing recycled copper, you are making a positive impact on the environment and supporting sustainable practices. Contact us today to learn more about our recycled copper products and how we can meet your needs.

Wauconda Recycling Center pays TOP $$ for your scrap metal and also have a price match guarantee! We recycle ferrous and non-ferrous metals and also provide e-recycling and appliance recycling services to Wauconda, IL and the surrounding areas.

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