What Affect Does Winter And Snow Have On Scrap Metal Recycling Prices?

Unless you’re in the plowing or heating industries, cold winter weather is usually bad for business. It is actually quite common for scrap yards and recyclers to have their business severely affected during the winter, particularly if it happens to snow. Those in colder regions are often forced to cut back on opening hours or even close all together due to a lack of stock. So, how can the occurrence of winter and snow affect scrap metal recycling prices?

There are actually a number of factors that can have an affect on the scrap industry at this time of year, including:

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