We Buy Industrial Surplus and Scrap Water Meters Across the U.S.
Turn your unused meters and industrial surplus into cash. Fast payment, easy pickup, and nationwide service.
Fast, reliable payment
Get paid quickly for meters and surplus materials.
Nationwide pickup
We arrange local or long haul freight in all 50 states.
Transparent pricing
Quotes reflect current market values with clear terms.
Licensed buyer
Registered recyclable-material wholesaler trusted by industry.
Who We Are
United Meter Buyers is a nationwide buyer and wholesaler of utility meters, paper mill materials, and industrial surplus. We work directly with municipalities, utilities, and manufacturers to help them recover value from used and surplus equipment. Our process is simple — honest pricing, fast payment, and dependable logistics.
Bulk Load Handling
We buy small shipments or full truckloads, with coordinated pickup anywhere in the U.S.
Eco-Responsible Disposal
All materials are resold or recycled through certified channels to keep waste out of landfills.
Our Services
Plain terms, clear scope. Here’s what we actually buy and handle.
Utility Meter Purchasing
We buy used water, electric, and gas meters from utilities, municipalities, and contractors.
- Brass, aluminum, mixed-metal
- Analog or digital smart meters
- Small lots or bulk loads
Paper Mill Surplus Buying
We purchase surplus materials and scrap from paper mills and packaging plants.
- Valves, housings, fittings
- Metal components and parts
- Maintenance and shutdown lots
Industrial Surplus & Scrap Recovery
We buy obsolete, damaged, or excess inventory from industrial facilities.
- Electrical components and housings
- Scrap brass, copper, aluminum
- Mixed industrial lots
Asset Liquidation & Equipment Removal
We handle onsite removal and purchasing for upgrades, relocations, or closures.
- Small pickups to full clear-outs
- Sorted or mixed materials
- Documented transfer
Materials & Equipment We Buy
Select a category to see accepted items. Upload photos for a same-day quote.
Wire & Cable
- Spools, pallets, mixed lots
- Copper, aluminum, jacketed
- New or used
Switchgear
- Panels, breakers, buckets
- MCCs and accessories
- Working or scrap
Transformers
- Dry type and oil filled
- Small to medium units
- Removal available
Gate Valves
- Carbon, stainless, alloy
- New and used lots
- Bulk purchases
Ball Valves
- Flanged, threaded, welded
- Assorted sizes
- Mixed manufacturers
Relief & Control Valves
- Safety relief valves
- Fisher control valves
- Serviceable or scrap
Forklifts
- Running or non-running
- Diesel, LP, electric
- All capacities
Skid Steers & Backhoes
- Attachments welcome
- Fleet lots accepted
- Pickup arranged
Generators & Compressors
- Towable or stationary
- Mixed conditions
- Bulk or single units
Water Meters
- Brass and composite
- Residential, commercial
- Loose or palletized
Electric & Gas Meters
- Analog or smart
- Mixed metals welcome
- Any quantity
Industrial Surplus
- Electrical components
- Fittings and housings
- Obsolete inventory
Got meters or industrial surplus to sell?
Send a few photos, get a firm offer, choose pickup or ship. Fast and simple.
- Fast payment
- All 50 states
- Licensed buyer
How It Works
Tell us what you have, get a firm offer, schedule pickup or ship. Fast and straightforward.
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Share your load
Send photos, material type, location, and rough quantity. Mixed lots are fine.
- Water, electric, gas meters
- Paper mill materials
- Industrial surplus
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Get your offer
We price against current market signals and confirm terms. No hidden fees.
- Same-day quotes
- Clear payout and timing
- We handle paperwork
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Pickup or ship
We arrange LTL or full truckload. Dock or no dock, we plan the right equipment.
- Nationwide carriers
- Tracking and updates
- Fast payment on receipt
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FAQ for Sellers
Answers to the most common questions about selling your meters, scrap, and industrial materials.
What materials do you buy?
We purchase water, gas, and electric meters, paper mill scrap, and industrial surplus including valves, fittings, and equipment. Mixed lots are accepted.
Is there a minimum quantity?
No minimum for most materials. We buy anything from small pallets to full truckloads. For smaller shipments, we may coordinate shipping options that make sense for you.
Do you handle pickup and freight?
Yes. We arrange nationwide pickup through trusted carriers. Whether you have a dock or not, we’ll schedule the right truck or liftgate service.
How fast do I get paid?
Payment is issued immediately once materials are received and verified. Larger or recurring clients can set up wire transfers or direct deposit terms.
Do you buy from utilities or private companies only?
We work with both. Our clients include city utilities, contractors, manufacturers, and paper mills across the U.S.
Are materials recycled or resold?
Yes. All materials are resold or processed through certified recycling channels. Nothing ends up in landfills.
How do I start?
Just send a few photos and a brief description of what you have. You’ll get a same-day quote and pickup schedule options. Start your quote here.