Urban Ore

Category: Salvage yard

Address: 900 Murray St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA

Phone: +15108417283

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: 8:30AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8:30AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8:30AM–5PM

Thursday: 8:30AM–5PM

Friday: 8:30AM–5PM

Saturday: 8:30AM–5PM

Reviews

Gabriel Pittman

Jun 4, 2022

I really like this place. However...whomever prices everything is out of their mind. A tiny side table, $60. An antique hair drying chair, $60. A mostly dead rose in a plastic pot $60. An incomplete set of way weathered outdoor chairs $150. Until they drop their prices to at least below buying things brand new. I would go elsewhere and save yourself time and money. The photos are the $60 side table.

Laura Gustafson

Mar 20, 2022

Lots of stuff - from architectural salvage to thrift store type items. Records, cassettes, VHS, stereos, windows, doors, knobs, locks, furniture, clothes, tools, hardware, lighting, art, rugs, etc etc etc. It’s a bit of a mess, but if you’re up for the hunt, recommend. Ample free parking in lot and street.

Green Angel

Sep 19, 2021

You can find everything here. Great quality, some items still new. Reasonable prices!

JoAnn SkyWatcher

Mar 20, 2021

If you like old things, and goiing through old stuff, this may be the place for you! It is kinda like a scavenger hunt—you may or may not find what you are looking for. It might be a good idea to take a list  of what you are looking for—unless you don't mind getting lost for hours. I went in looking for wide-mouth quart canning jars. I found 2 wide mouth and 4 regualar quart canning jars for a dollar each—they can be difficult to find these days. In the back of my mind, I was looking for a way of dealing with mail and paperwork. I found something made out of metal with three levels for holding business papers for $8. Another thought I had was to see if I could find some LP vinyl records for my teenage grand daughter. Well, they had a large number of records, but I easily gave up on that idea because there was no order.  However, the price was right—only $1 each. So, for someone who has a lot of time and patience, that could be a goldmine. It makes me happy that there are still places that one can take stuff and keep it out of the landfill.

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Questions & Answers

Looking for old wooden garage door.

janet clary | Aug 22, 2018
Erica Jenkins | Aug 22, 2018

New things come in Daily you just have to check but you can also call ahead to see before you go

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Do you carry stepping stone and landscaping glass?

Bertha Moeller | Aug 22, 2018
Benjamin James | Aug 22, 2018

Their inventory varies constantly, but that is the sort of thing they typically have on a regular basis.

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Do you accept donations - like a massage table in good condition?

J. Delfina Piretti | Mar 24, 2022
Jim Gasperini | Mar 24, 2022

Yes. A table is likely to be accepted unless it is made of particle board.

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We have several patio stones about 2" thick with different shapes. A lite orange color. Will you pick them up in SF? All of them are located in the garage about 20 feet from the street.

A Google User | Aug 21, 2021
Kiki Jewell | Sep 25, 2021

They don't pick up, unless maybe the donated item has a high value. (Questions like this are sent to users who've visited, not owners.)

Looking for windows

Deanna Flores | Aug 22, 2018
krista granieri | Aug 22, 2018

Is that a question? There's hundreds (possibly thousands) of windows and doors at urban ore. Get your measurements completely sorted out and go on down there. Be prepared for more than one trip. Budget a little extra if you get sidetracked in the LPs...

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Do you have 2.5 of galvanized conduit or bigger od in 18 foot length if so what would be the cost

Don Narin | Aug 22, 2018
Suuze “Cool-Hand Suuze” Tipton | Aug 22, 2018

This place has various things all the time. You would have to go there to see if they have what you're looking for.

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Are dogs allowed in the store? Need to drive from San Francisco with a dog

jana hut | Jul 22, 2022
Anthony Washington | Jul 22, 2022

Yes they allow dogs

We have some large vintage kitchen cabinets, farmhouse tables, etc. I am interested in selling and so my question is do you guys come to pick up the pieces or would we have to go take it to you?

Kiara KM | Jun 22, 2022
Gabriel Pittman | Jun 22, 2022

They don't buy.

Will they ever hire someone who can properly price things?

Gabriel Pittman | Jun 22, 2022
Sean Plunkett | Jun 22, 2022

Lol unknown.

Do you sell kitchen cabinet DOORS, maple or oak, size 18 H, 19" W

Flory Rosario | Apr 23, 2022
Luna Salaver | Apr 23, 2022

Inventory changes all the time. You may want to call Urban Ore first or Habitat for Humanity in Oakland just to confirm.

What day are you closed) I would like to visit on Monday .

Margaret Wotkyns | Mar 24, 2022
Steven Vercher | Mar 24, 2022

Mon-Sat 8:30am-5:00pm Sun 10:00am-5:00pm

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Do they sell laptops?

Mala | Aug 21, 2021
Urban Ore | Aug 21, 2021

Yes, we accept and sell laptops, however our inventory is constantly changing and we may not have a laptop available for sale at any given moment. Thanks for the question.

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Do you accept 16" push mowers, Craftsman, in good condition? Thanks Elizabeth

Elizabeth Whipple | Aug 21, 2020
Urban Ore | Aug 21, 2020

Yes, if it works, that is something we will probably accept. Thank you.

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Can i buy a tv at urban ore

Lori Davis | Aug 21, 2020
A. Pasquale Cipollone | Aug 21, 2020

Depends on what they have in stock but I usually see TVs and computer monitors. They'll also have test outlets if you need to plug something in and try it out.

Is urban ore dog friendly?

Carin Smith | Aug 21, 2020
Julio Eduardo MF Lee | Aug 21, 2020

yup

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do you buy sliding doors/ screens with glass panals Doors of solid wood/ 8 with screen doors

Carolyn Taaning | Aug 21, 2020
Krishnan R.S. | Aug 21, 2020

You can buy these sliding doors @ Urban ore - I doubt they buy old stuff.

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I have about 100 large wooden window frames from an old greenhouse - would you take them? buy them?

Jocelyn Knight | Aug 21, 2020
Michael Burkhart | Aug 21, 2020

I don't know but i do know that they do sell windows of all kinds and may be intrested. Just call and see thst is as much as i can say for now.👍🇺🇸

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I am liquidating my apartment and can donate two 28×28 iron garden tables and 4 chairs. Would you like them?

Cecylia Okreglak | Aug 22, 2019
Doyl harris | Aug 22, 2019

They should love them if not Goodwill around the corner would

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Does Urban Ore have surplus cement mix?

Judy Massarano | Aug 22, 2019
Steven Winkles | Aug 22, 2019

Nope

Hi, are they open on Memorial day?

Bilal Kohgadai | Aug 22, 2019
E Abella | Aug 22, 2019

From their website: We are open 7 days a week including all holidays except Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Easter, 4th of July and Thanksgiving.

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do you accept kitchen cabinets

Patrick McKenna | Aug 22, 2019
Lenny R | Aug 21, 2020

Kitchen cabinets are accepted by urban ore, so long as they are in usable condition. The receiving department can let you know if what you have can be accepted! Call and ask to be transferred to that extension!

Do accept antique chairs, some without seat cushions?

Tad Lacey | Aug 22, 2019
Neil Crawford (Tachometer74) | Aug 22, 2019

I've yet to have them reject anything that wasn't obviously trash.

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Do you take packing peanuts?

Helen Ojha | Aug 22, 2019
Dave McGuinness | Aug 22, 2019

No, styrofoam needs to go in the garbage can. That's why the air bubbles are now used.

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Do you take National Geophraphics?

Margaretha Derasary | Aug 22, 2018
Tony Tartamella | Aug 22, 2018

National Geographic?! Yes , We definitely do!

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do you have corrugated sheets for sale, price, and size

james rivera | Aug 22, 2018
Joshua Schisser | Aug 22, 2018

Urban Ore is a salvage reseller. What they have will vary. Most things will not be new. I suggest calling to see what they have in stock currently.

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hi. You have toyota senna 2000 door handle left

Battulga Sonom | Aug 22, 2018
krista granieri | Aug 22, 2018

You should call them. These questions go to reviewers.

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Three sink stainless no legs selling

Paul Dennis | Aug 22, 2018
Tony Tartamella | Aug 22, 2018

Buying ?

Looking for 600 feet of carpet or wood floors

Esther Starrett | Aug 22, 2018
Abigail Garcia | Aug 22, 2018

Your best bet is to call, you never know what they have.

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let me tell you my experience: I saw a gaming keyboard covered in dust and spider webs (really!), the price was $30, when I loked online the same keyboard NEW was $34.50. At that point I put it down, ran to the exit and drove away as fast as I could

Luis Mendoza | Aug 22, 2018
Gail Tyler | Aug 22, 2018

Conversely, I saw a GORGEOUS light fixture priced at $225. Turns out it was Restoration Hardware, originally priced over $2,500. It might even still be there...

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Do you have any redwood or cedar planter boxes, and if so, how big are they are how much do they cost?

Phyllis Mandel | Aug 22, 2018
Luis Mendoza | Aug 22, 2018

They only sell what they get on donations, I don't think they keep track of everything...but your best bet is to go to home depot nearby because they prices at urban ore are so outrageously high that the difference won't be much

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Anyone need solid redwood qazebo 12' plus redwood lumber? Big load!

Tablemate | Aug 22, 2018
Tony Tartamella | Aug 22, 2018

How 🔥 is this "Red" 🌴? Is it "hecka" Red for a "big load" 💦💯?

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Do you buy old glass window

Tone Tuker | Aug 22, 2018
Valorie Sankey | Aug 22, 2018

They only buy large appliances and furniture, but you can donate them.

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Do you also pick up?

tony villaluna | Aug 22, 2018
Blind2 Dabroke | Aug 22, 2018

Yup

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Do you carry any 4x4 "green wash" tiles form 1929 SF building? Re-doing a small section and need replacement if possible. Thanks

Kellie McNerney | Aug 22, 2018
Michael Prince | Aug 22, 2018

I would call them to find out

I’m looking for a push sleeve or entire assembly for a 33 yr. old CUISINART. The lid itself is 8” across. Push sleeve is Top 5” tall 5 1/4 across 31/2” narrow part DLC x plus model DLC 318b part

Romy m | Aug 22, 2018
Suzanne Taterbug | Aug 22, 2018

You'll just have to visit the store. Their inventory changes daily.

Do you buy used excise equipment. If yes, I will send pictures.

Francies Webb | Aug 22, 2018
Nathan Bennett | Aug 22, 2018

i dont think they buy anything, perhaps in large bulk like a whole house

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Do you accept working used toilets

Amber Leppink | Aug 22, 2018
Franklin Young | Aug 22, 2018

Yes but they charge a drop off of $5 per toilet

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