Wire and cable buyers
Underground Electrical Cable Buyers in Ohio
We purchase surplus underground cable from contractors, plants, distributors, and utilities throughout Ohio. Written offers, pickup arranged.
Electrical wire and cable only · Statewide Ohio coverage
Underground cable is bought for burial, which means it is built with a moisture barrier and a jacket that can survive soil contact. In Ohio, that usually means UF-B for branch circuits and USE-2 or URD for services and utility work.
We buy direct burial cable in copper and aluminum, from 14 AWG UF-B up through 1000 MCM URD, on full reels and partial reels. Cable that was actually buried is evaluated differently from cable that sat on a shelf: soil, moisture, and rocky backfill all leave evidence.
If the cable was installed and then pulled back out, tell us. Honest condition information is the difference between a usable offer and a wasted trip.
Underground Cable specifications we work from
The table below lists the constructions and ratings we see most often. If your material does not match exactly, send the jacket print and we will identify it.
| Common types | UF-B, USE-2, URD, direct burial MC |
|---|---|
| Voltage classes | 600 V, 15 kV, 25 kV |
| Size range | 14 AWG through 1000 MCM |
| Conductor | Copper or aluminum |
| Condition focus | Jacket integrity, water intrusion, end corrosion |
What we buy in this category
- UF-B direct burial cable in full coils
- USE-2 single conductor in 2 AWG through 500 MCM
- URD in 2 and 4 conductor configurations
- Direct burial feeder cable from utility projects
- Partial reels from service upgrades
How we evaluate and price Underground Cable
Every reel is placed in one of two buckets before a number is attached to it. Resalable cable is priced per foot on type, size, continuous length, jacket condition, and documentation. Recovery material is priced by weight on a certified scale. You see the split, because a single averaged number hides the only decision that matters.
Continuous length is the biggest variable. A reel with a legible tag and an unbroken run is straightforward. A reel with no tag, a weathered jacket, and an unknown remainder is a different product, and we will say so rather than pretend otherwise.
What helps us quote accurately
- A photograph of the reel tag showing length and manufacturer
- A close-up of the print on the jacket: type, size, voltage, temperature rating
- A wide shot showing how many reels are in the stack
- A photograph of the cut end, so the conductor and shield can be seen
- Storage history: indoors, outdoors, or in a wet area
Selling Underground Cable anywhere in Ohio
We buy in every county, from Cuyahoga and Franklin to the smaller counties in the southeast. There is no requirement to bring material to a yard, and we do not claim a local branch we do not have. What we do have is a straightforward process: photographs, a written offer, and a pickup that is scheduled around your operation.
If you are unsure whether your material fits this category, send it anyway. Misidentifying cable is common, and telling you that you have something more valuable than you thought is a good outcome for both of us.
Questions
Underground Cable buying questions
Do you buy cable that has already been buried?
Yes, but it must be inspected. Jacket abrasion, water in the conductor strands, and corrosion at the ends are the issues that change the value.
What is the difference between UF-B and USE-2?
UF-B is a multi-conductor branch cable with a ground, commonly used for outbuildings. USE-2 is a single conductor underground service entrance cable. Both are direct burial rated.
Is aluminum URD as sellable as copper?
Yes, especially in 15 kV and 25 kV utility constructions. The value per foot is lower than copper, but utility-grade URD moves well when the reel is full and tagged.
Can I sell underground cable with the ends cut at different lengths?
Yes. Uneven ends are normal on a partial reel. What matters is the shortest usable length.
The process
How selling your surplus wire works
Four steps, no obligation, and a written offer before anything moves.
Send photographs and details
Reel tags, jacket print, a wide shot of the rack, and your best estimate of footage. A packing list helps if you have one.
Receive a written offer
We separate resalable cable from recovery material so you can see how the number was built.
Approve the terms
No obligation until you accept. If the offer does not work, you keep the material and we part on good terms.
Schedule pickup and payment
We coordinate loading and freight, and payment is made according to the agreed terms before material leaves.
Request a quote
Tell us what you have. Photographs of the reel tags and jacket print let us quote accurately the first time.
What happens next
- We review the wire type, condition, and footage.
- You receive a written offer that separates resalable cable from recovery value.
- If you accept, we schedule pickup and payment.
Prefer to call?
Talk to a buyer directly at (614) 715-3047, or email saleselectricalbuyers@gmail.com. If you have a packing list or inventory spreadsheet, mention it and we will ask for it.
What we do not buy
This site is limited to electrical wire and cable. We do not buy transformers, switchgear, breakers, panels, or general scrap equipment.