Corpus Christi's Trusted Recycling Partner

Turn Your Scrap Into Real Value

From ferrous metals to e-waste, we buy scrap, process responsibly, and keep Corpus Christi cleaner — one load at a time.

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What We Do

Comprehensive Recycling Services

Whether you're a homeowner clearing out the garage or a contractor managing a demolition project, we handle it all with professionalism and fair pricing.

Scrap Metal Buying

We purchase all types of ferrous and non-ferrous metals at competitive market-based prices. Bring your load — we weigh it fairly and pay on the spot.

E-Waste Disposal

Responsible recycling of electronics — computers, monitors, printers, circuit boards, and more. We ensure hazardous components are handled safely and legally.

Residential Recycling

Clean out your garage, basement, or yard? We accept household scrap, appliances, and general metal waste from homeowners just like you.

Commercial Services

Construction sites, auto shops, manufacturing — we partner with businesses for ongoing scrap metal collection, bulk pricing, and reliable service.

Automotive Metals

Old cars, batteries, catalytic converters, radiators, and auto parts — we recycle automotive metals and ensure proper fluid drainage and disposal.

Immediate Payment

No delays, no excuses. We weigh your materials on-site and pay you the same day — cash or check, whichever you prefer.

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Sorted scrap metal materials ready for processing at Dolphin Recycling
Trusted Local Service
About Us

Corpus Christi's Recycling Standard

Dolphin Recycling Center has been a cornerstone of the Corpus Christi recycling community, serving homeowners, contractors, and businesses with dependable scrap metal and e-waste services.

Located in the Lester area, our yard is equipped to handle loads of every size — from a single car battery to full truckloads of industrial scrap. We believe in fair weights, honest pricing, and treating every customer like a neighbor.

Fair, transparent weighing
Competitive market-based pricing
Environmentally responsible practices
Welcoming to all load sizes
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What We Accept

Materials We Recycle

From your junk drawer to your job site — if it's metal or electronic waste, we probably take it.

Aluminum

Cans, siding, wheels, radiators, gutters

Copper

Wire, piping, motors, transformers

Steel & Iron

Structural steel, rebar, appliances, scrap

E-Waste

Computers, monitors, printers, circuit boards

Lead & Brass

Batteries, plumbing fixtures, valves

Automotive

Catalytic converters, engines, transmissions

Appliances

Refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves

Industrial Scrap

Manufacturing offcuts, demolition debris

Not sure if we accept it? Call us — we'll tell you straight.
Simple Process

How It Works

Three straightforward steps from your driveway to payment in hand.

01

Bring Your Load

Drive to our yard in the Lester area of Corpus Christi. No appointment needed — we accept walk-ins during business hours. Sort your metals if you can, but we'll handle it if you can't.

02

We Weigh & Sort

Our team weighs your materials on calibrated scales and sorts them by type. You'll see the weights and understand exactly how your price was calculated — no hidden fees, no surprises.

03

Get Paid

Receive payment on the spot based on current market rates. Cash or check — whatever works for you. Then go about your day, knowing your scrap is being recycled responsibly.

We've been bringing our scrap to Dolphin Recycling for years. Fair weights, honest prices, and a team that treats you like you belong here. That's rare.

— A Valued Customer, Corpus Christi
Get In Touch

Visit Our Yard

We're conveniently located in the Lester area of Corpus Christi. Stop by during business hours or give us a call — we're happy to answer any questions about what you can bring in.

Address Lester, Corpus Christi, TX 78408

Send Us a Message

Have questions about accepted materials, pricing, or bulk services? Drop us a line and we'll get back to you.

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