More money for more volume

I take several loads a month to my yard and I always email the mgr. a few days before I go to get current prices. The scale operator has no flexibility and if you don't ask ahead of time you'll just get the "off the street" prices that are about 20-30% lower than the proper rate. It pays to form a relationship w/ management and show you're a loyal customer and always have your material sorted properly.

I was offered $15 a ton bonus on prepared and unprepared iron after I started showing up regularly. I knew the yard paid a bonus to regulars so expected it to happen. Precious metals are the same as anyone else so I shop around for better pricing on those. They also cut me alot of slack in other ways. A yardman swept off my trailer a few times because "The DOT is hanging around". Those yardmen appreciate tips too.....and they like sweets. I'm 50 miles from there and try to take a 2-3 ton load everyday unless I'm making music somewhere. I get advice on my musical abilities also.