Hernandez Recycling Center has been Los Angeles' trusted destination for scrap metal, electronics, and industrial waste recycling — offering fair pricing, fast service, and a commitment to a cleaner community.
Whether you're a homeowner with a garage full of metal or a contractor managing a construction site, we have the equipment and expertise to handle your materials efficiently.
Ferrous and non-ferrous metals — copper, aluminum, steel, brass, and more. We sort, weigh, and pay top market rates for your scrap.
Get a QuoteResponsible recycling for computers, servers, circuit boards, and electronic equipment. Data destruction available upon request.
Get a QuoteConstruction debris, demolition materials, and industrial byproducts. We serve contractors, developers, and manufacturing facilities across LA.
Get a QuoteEnd-of-life vehicles, catalytic converters, radiators, and auto parts. We process automotive metals with full compliance and proper documentation.
Get a QuoteFull-scale metal recovery from demolition sites. We handle structural steel, rebar, piping, and mixed-metal debris with a crew that shows up on time.
Get a QuoteCan't get your scrap to us? We offer pickup services for qualifying volumes within the Los Angeles area. Call to schedule your appointment.
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Years of Service
Los Angeles & Surrounding Areas
Founded in 2005, Hernandez Recycling Center began as a family-run operation with a simple mission: give Los Angeles a recycling partner that treats every customer fairly and every material responsibly.
Today, we serve hundreds of businesses and residents across the greater LA area. Our facility is equipped with modern weighing systems, material sorting equipment, and a knowledgeable team that understands the scrap metal market inside and out. We believe transparency isn't just a buzzword — it's the foundation of every transaction we make.
We buy a wide range of scrap metals and recyclable materials. When in doubt, call us — we'll tell you whether it qualifies.
Bare bright, tubing, wire
Sheet, extrusion, cans
Structural, rebar, plate
Fittings, valves, fixtures
Kitchen, industrial, tank
Batteries, sheet, cable
Auto & industrial units
PCs, servers, circuit boards
From drop-off to payment, we keep things straightforward. No hidden fees, no surprises — just honest recycling.
Deliver your materials to our facility or schedule a pickup for larger volumes.
Our team sorts, grades, and identifies every material to ensure accurate pricing.
Materials are weighed on calibrated scales. You see the weight and the rate before anything else.
Receive same-day payment — cash, check, or direct deposit. Fair price, guaranteed.
In a city as large and competitive as Los Angeles, reputation is everything. We've built ours one honest transaction at a time — and our clients keep coming back.
We respect your schedule. Drop-offs are processed quickly, and pickup appointments are honored without exception.
We follow all local, state, and federal regulations. Every load is documented, and you receive proper paperwork for your records.
This isn't a faceless corporation. When you visit us, you're dealing with real people who care about this community and its environment.
"Honest pricing and great service. They've handled our job site recyclables for years."
— General Contractor, Los Angeles
Bring your materials to our facility or give us a call — we'll walk you through everything you need to know before you arrive.
We're here to answer your questions, provide quotes, or schedule a pickup. Reach out however is most convenient for you.
5400 S Central Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90011-4728
Mon – Fri: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
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