Have you got scrap metal hanging around at home that you need to get rid of? It could be an old radiator, curtain rail, bucket or cutlery. You cannot put these in your wheelie bin but we will gladly accept it at any of our R4GM recycling centres.
Recycling scrap metal is incredibly beneficial for many reasons, impacting the environment, economy, and creating jobs. When we recycle, we drastically cut down on destructive mining. This saves forests, protects animal homes, and stops soil from washing away.
Also, a huge energy saver, recycling of scrap metal means we can rely less on fossil fuels. Recycling aluminium uses a massive 95% less energy than making it new, and steel recycling saves up to 74%.
Any waste produced by tradespeople or builders you hired to carry out improvements, repairs or alterations to your home is classed as business waste. This can’t be disposed of at any of our recycling centres, so you should always ask a tradesperson to include waste disposal in their quote.
Before you leave home, sort your scrap metal from your regular items so it easier when you get to our recycling centre. Common items accepted include old bikes, metal bed frames and other metal household items.
You should follow these steps for easy scrap metal recycling:
Transport it safely: Ensure your scrap metal is secure in your vehicle so it doesn’t move around or cause damage to your interiors during transit.
Find the designated area: Once you arrive at your chosen R4GM centre, look for the signage that indicates where scrap metal should be deposited. If you’re unsure, or have particularly large or heavy items, ask a friendly member of staff to help. They are there to help direct you to the correct bay or container.
