Most of the scrap value in appliances isn't with the steel. Wire, motors, aluminium, etc. in appliances still make them worthwhile. Stockpile them and strip them down in the winter when things slow down on the farm. Even if you have to throw the steel away, you'll still be ahead.Originally Posted by Yunkman
NOT ME............the PRICE
Looked at a job today of a farm cleanout. Failed to get the party to go with it two years ago when the price was good, but a death in the family brought it about. There is probably 8 ton of machinery, tin, wire and appliances. They're in a big hurry as the backhoe got there and dug a giant hole to bury the buildings and house.
Some hog equipment in there can't be removed. I was gung-ho to get going on it this morning (with horrible prices of $40/ton prepared), and then I called the yard and they said there was a new drop in prices today. Prepared iron is now $30/ton and unprepared is $15/ton. Wire, tin and appliances yield no return. We decided to remove only what is in the way and leave the rest til things improve. It's a shame as I love to do those jobs.
Guess I'll have to keep working on my riding lawnmowers and pressure washer, putting up hay, making music and keeping track of the cows. Always something to do on the farm.
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