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Google reviewers rate Ben Weitsman of Binghamton 4.6 out of 5 based on 135 reviews, with the owner responding to 96% of them. Customers frequently cite competitive pricing, friendly staff, and efficient service for scrap metal and batteries. However, recurring criticisms include long wait times at the cash window, unhelpful guidance for first-time visitors, and discrepancies between quoted and final payment rates.
Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.
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135 Google reviews we collected
Phrases our text analysis found in 73 written reviews
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“i personally like that the also pay very fair for what you are dropping off i always walk out with a good amount of cash for what otherwise would be junk.”
“Try to rip off and dont match prices of other bens.”
“I'm learning how to scrap and they are super helpful they're awesome it's finally made more than a couple of dollars yesterday and im super happy than…”
“They have always (Ben)😃 prompt and efficient as well as Safe!”
“I always have a great experience here and the prices for metal is by far the best prices hands down recommended!”
“…mton I been going there for years and they treat u right and they are honest with there prices I will not go anywhere else chris in the office is a co…”
“Shady - came here with a load of scrap metal.”
“I highly recommend going there to take back copper and scrap metal and aluminum hands down”
“They explained what I had to do in detail.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
I'm learning how to scrap and they are super helpful they're awesome it's finally made more than a couple of dollars yesterday and im super happy thank you so much .
I always have a great experience here and the prices for metal is by far the best prices hands down recommended!
I’ve been going to this yard for years and I couldn’t of had a better time my kids love sitting in the truck an watching the guys crush cars an move the piles an Ben’s dad took my daughter back behind the counter at cash out an made sure she had at least 3 lollipops great staff an great place there not just a business there family
Fairest recycling yard I've been to in my life. And the people that work here know you want a personal level you're not just a customer. Those other little yards are nothing compared to this guy and I think he should just buy those other people out because is my favorite place to go. And from the looks of how busy…
I highly recommend going there to take back copper and scrap metal and aluminum hands down
I've been coming here for a long time and I've never had a bad experience. Prices are great just like the people.
4.6 ★★★★★ 135 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Line to cash our is always out the door always waiting 40 plus min
Gary, we look forward to serving you again soon! Thanks for the great review!
I'm learning how to scrap and they are super helpful they're awesome it's finally made more than a couple of dollars yesterday and im super happy thank you so much .
We are so glad our staff could help you out so much and make your experience great! You are welcome back anytime and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
I always have a great experience here and the prices for metal is by far the best prices hands down recommended!
Pays good
Thank you for your support! We are looking forward to helping you again in the near future!
I’ve been going to this yard for years and I couldn’t of had a better time my kids love sitting in the truck an watching the guys crush cars an move the piles an Ben’s dad took my daughter back behind the counter at cash out an made sure she had at least 3 lollipops great staff an great place there not just a business there family
Thank you for leaving this kind review Alex! See you again soon! Your support really helps us grow!
Always love coming here friendly service and place us always so neat and clean
Cleanliness is definitely one of our main priorities Marvin. Thank you for leaving us this good review!
Good service and top prices paid for metals
Thank you so much for supporting our business Amanda, we look forward to serving you again soon!
Good prices. Friendly staff
Thank you for mentioning the friendly staff Marcos. We are glad you had a good experience here! You are welcome anytime!
Great scrap yard, services all types of metal and batteries!
Thank you for supporting us, Angela. We appreciate you!!
Smooth transaction and the staff are always friendly
Thanks for noticing the great staff Mike!! We really appreciate your business and support! Thank you for the review and see you again soon!
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