EMR Metal Recycling Reviews 135

TrustScore 3 out of 5

3.2

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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

I went with this score only because the gent that collected my car was polite, helpful and careful getting the car off my drive. This is where the good experience ended. Had to basically beg fo... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been to many scrap yards in Europe and the British Isles in my long career of driving lorries,both EMR and their competitors ..... I find that EMR Boreham " stands out " a little due to... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Been taking them red brass for a while and was treated better then the other local scrap yards but now they have became the same as the others. I am not a dumpster diver I run a machine shop. I turn... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good phone service and swift payment, unfortunate the same can’t be said for the practical element. In total I waited 5 weeks for my car to be collected, after multiple book ins failed to turn up. Th... See more

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  1. Scrap Metal Dealer
  2. Recycling Center
  3. Waste Management Service

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One of the world's leading metal recyclers, offering the personal service of a local independent, with the capabilities of a global corporation.


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TrustScore 3 out of 5

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Been taking them red brass for a while…

Been taking them red brass for a while and was treated better then the other local scrap yards but now they have became the same as the others. I am not a dumpster diver I run a machine shop. I turn a lot of red brass and take the time to make sure its clean . I have probably took them 3 to4k lb.of it in last year. Now they have some rude help that dumped my material in a dirty bin with motor oil and then payed me for mixed brass. Big difference in price. Its not just scrap when you buy the material new yourself and take time to keep it clean its expensive. When they shaft you for over a dollar a pound that adds up taking hundreds of pounds. Dont like the help now and people inside said thats what we pay for red brass. No its wasnt you changed it and are playing me for a dumpster diver.
Won't give them anymore business and will post on ever platform available. Tired of these thieves always stealing from everyone.

12 May 2026
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Reply from EMR Metal Recycling

Hi Mark, can you please contact usa.info@emrgroup.com with your details so we can investigate further.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Same day payments have been late the…

Same day payments have been late the last 3 times, people were rude when I asked about it, time to find a different place to take my stuff.

20 April 2026
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Reply from EMR Metal Recycling

Hi Charley, can you please contact ukinfo@emrgroup.com with your details so we can investigate further.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Poor experience

I went with this score only because the gent that collected my car was polite, helpful and careful getting the car off my drive.
This is where the good experience ended.

Had to basically beg for my money, constant excuses, spoke to 5 different people in the end and waited 48 hours to get paid.

Asked for a certificate of destruction which 2 months on and still not received it.
Rang and emailed. Usual promises undelivered.

5 February 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

EMR Chard - Disgrace

Normally do not have any issues with the Northern depots but the depot at Chard is nothing short of a shambles. Disgusting attitude from woman on the desk towards my driver. Nobody comes to work to be spoken to in such a manner, especially when you are the customer. Also, yard is littered in metal shards to which they want you to drive your vehicle over. Won't be attending this dive again.

30 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have been to many scrap yards in…

I have been to many scrap yards in Europe and the British Isles in my long career of driving lorries,both EMR and their competitors .....
I find that EMR Boreham " stands out " a little due to the friendly atmosphere from the minute that you park on the weighbridge, the staff treat you with respect and are very helpful too.
Newmarket, East Tilbury & Gt Yarmouth, in my opinion are close behind .
Keep up the good work..........

Will

17 March 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really Helpful - Boreham

I use the Boreham one, very competitive with prices, really organised and always so helpful and friendly, that I have started using this site on a regularly basis. A special shout out to Donna as well, a credit to the company.

16 March 2026
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Good Service and Swift Payment

Good phone service and swift payment, unfortunate the same can’t be said for the practical element. In total I waited 5 weeks for my car to be collected, after multiple book ins failed to turn up. The first two scheduled collections the driver cancelled due to a fault with his truck. It was then rebooked in for two weeks later, where the driver turned up but was unable to start my car due to a faulty jump pack. My car was eventually picked up the following week but after several phone calls to rebook it did get rather frustrating. They gave me the best price though and I didn’t need the car gone urgently. The driver who collected my car was friendly and had good communication, I think it was just bad luck his jump pack failed initially, he just wasn’t the most punctual, but I get things happen. Friendly phone service and payment received an hour after collection.

3 March 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Emr brentford

Emr brentford, terrible service, so slow, and the guy in the mask has an attitude, rude, compared to emr wandsworth, soo much better serv ice, polite and helpful

Emr brentford, management needs to speak to the guy with face mask, he is not polite, also the area is untidy, and the way he throws the meyal missing my van, what the hell

27 February 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unsurpassed level of professionalism and care

What an absolute pleasure to receive such marvellous service from EVERYONE in this company.
In this day and age it is rarely experienced !
The service was quick, professional, friendly and on a level unsurpassed to any I have received lately.
AND very good price was paid immediately car had been picked up !
Wholeheartedly recommend this organisation👍🏼

12 January 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly service and good price paid promptly.

I arrived at EMR Mitcham, as a newbie with some scrap metal from my bathroom refurb. The receptionist took my details from my driving licence and sent me to join the queue with the tradies. I didn’t have a clue how it worked, but the guys were really friendly and sorted and weighed it all for me. I was really happy with the price offered and the money has arrived in my bank account today. I’m a very happy customer.

19 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good prices, friendly people

I think it must vary hugely depending on the site.
EMR gloucester is great, far better prices than another local scrap yard. Plus they are friendly and helpful.
No complaints whatsoever.

24 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glasgow south street

I use the Glasgow south street branch frequently and all I can say is all the staff there are brilliant. Always happy to chat and have a laugh while completing business at the same time. Cheers guys great service.

6 September 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

De best

West Midlands
After some thoughts, I'm here to clarify that I have nothing to say about this company, as it's bigger than me.

27 August 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wandsworth branch

Wandsworth branch - were fantastic and very friendly. My husband and I took a load of metal bits and pieces we had accumulated over the years. We had tried to sort it ourselves, but it was fascinating to watch the skill and speed they sorted it properly. They even handed us back a piece saying it might be silver so we should check it out. The money was paid promptly the next day,

6 August 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don’t bother the date they give you is…

Don’t bother the date they give you is not the date they turn up and I still haven’t been paid yet. I will be ringing. the police.

13 June 2025
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Reply from EMR Metal Recycling

Hi,

We're sorry for the issues with collection and payment. Our Head Office contact team would like to reach out to you and discuss further.

Please call us on 03330 069006 during normal working hours, or email info@emrvehiclerecycling.com.

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