A MESSAGE FROM OUR TEAM
At Comal Iron & Metals, metal recycling has always been more than a business—it’s a legacy.
As a family-owned and operated company proudly serving New Braunfels since 1969, stewardship is at the core of what we do. It means taking care of our community, our economy, and our environment—not just for today, but for generations to come.
- Comal Iron & Metals Team
This report reflects our ongoing commitment to responsible recycling and the collective impact we’ve made since 2020. We’re proud to carry forward a mission built on family values, sustainable growth, and a vision for a cleaner, stronger future.
As part of that mission, we’re proud to support organizations dedicated to conservation, sustainability, and protecting the world we all share:
By the Numbers
Take a glimpse of what your recycling has achieved since 2020!
363,584,924 MILLION
pounds of metal recycled
$35,000+
donated to local initiatives
Over 18,000
trees were planted
22 Jobs
created and sustained for the New Braunfels community
ENVIRONMENTAL ACHIEVEMENTS
30,000,000 KWH of Energy Saved
And that's enough to power 2,500 homes for a year!
This saves enough to power over 20,542 Texas homes for a month!*
3.2 Million Pounds of Aluminum Recycled
*based on an average household use of 1,094 kWh/month based on ERCOT and EIA data
That's enough to build one Gruene water tower EVERY SINGLE day for over 4 years straight.
108+ Million Pounds of Ferrous Metal Recycled
This is equal to preventing 97,200 tons of CO₂ emissions—the same environmental benefit as planting 3.2 million trees to clean the air and absorb that carbon.
1.4 Million Pounds of Copper Recycled
This has helped save over 23 million gallons of water - which is enough to fill 35 Olympic-sized swimming pools in Texas!
10,500 tons
of metal recycled
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Community Voices
Recycling with Comal Iron & Metals isn’t just about metal—it’s about impact, trust, and community. Here’s what people are saying about their experience.
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Had the opportunity to visit this metal yard. What an incredible operation!!! I was welcomed warmly and even given a tour. What really stands out that this is a team who CARES.
They are passionate about how the work they do helps our planet and sets a legacy for the future. Have you seen their pink bin?!? I love that I can recycle and help others in the process.
A Big Thank you to Roger & co worker(my apologies for not remembering your name) of Comal Iron & Metals for helping my husband change out a flat tire 2 Saturdays ago. It was raining & they went beyond their work duties. We are thankful and appreciate you two so much. Comal Iron & Metals your employees Rock!! 😃👏🏻
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We had a great experience this morning. I can't remember all of their names but they helped us unload our copper and brass. I provided my DL then signed and received a check. It was quick and painless.
All of the guys there were very informative and friendly. We will definitely be back. 🧡
Thank You for Your Support!