Need pallet recycling right away? Get a Quote! Almost everything that is shipped anywhere in the United States is typically transported by truck. And most everything that is loaded in trucks is packed on pallets. And most pallets are made of wood, which is why pallet recycling matters. When you drive around San Diego and its neighboring towns and communities, you will almost always see empty pallets stacked behind stores, businesses, shops, and industrial areas. And, on occasion, you might see pallets that have been discarded in back lots, parking areas, or even in empty fields. Which is why recycling used pallets is so important – and why Junk King San Diego can help.
What Are the Different Types of Pallets? And Why You Should Care?
If asked what are pallets used for, most of us would answer that they’re used to load and unload stuff. Which is a good answer as far as that goes. However, as one business site points out, “Different types of pallets are used to pile up, store, assemble, or transport goods. They improve warehouse operational efficiency by allowing easy movement of stacked goods using machines or tools, such as forklifts and pallet jacks.”Clearly, pallets are versatile and valuable pieces of equipment that deserve more respect than they typically get from the average person! When it comes to pallet recycling one of the best qualities of pallets is their composition. Essentially, almost all palled are either wood pallets or, in much smaller quantities, plastic pallets. According to one source,
“Over 500 million pallets are manufactured in the U.S. every year. Over 90 percent of these pallets are made out of solid wood.”
In addition, there composite materials that use wood products along with glues, paper, and other materials, as well as some all metal pallets specifically for applications where high pallet strength and durability are required. Yet all pallets are recyclable. Which is a good thing since there are literally hundreds of millions of pallets being used or being stored all over the United States. And the most recent statistics show that over 90 percent of wood pallets are actually recycled each year. And, while this is a great figure, it also means that upwards of 50 million new pallets are not recycled…
Where to Recycle Pallets in San Diego
If you work in a business that regularly receives or ships bulk goods on pallets, you already know that a typical wood pallet weighs between 30 to 48 pounds. Which means that hefting these large and awkward structures can be demanding. And having to load dozens of them to be hauled away for disposal or for recycling requires a great deal of hard work. So, while taking your used pallets to recycling facilities in San Diego is a great idea, you might not want to have to do it all yourself. Which is why a local pallet removal service to help take care of your pallet recycling is a good deal. And this is also why Junk King San Diego specializes in used pallet removal and recycling. If you choose to make this a DIY task, you should know that the best places recycle pallets in San Diego include:
Almost any junk removal or junk hauling firm can probably be hired to come and haul away your used pallets. But there is no guarantee that those items will be properly disposed of and recycled. In fact, it’s quite likely that they won’t since it’s far easier for those firms to simply haul them to the local landfill along with everything else they pick up. So, how does a Junk King work? Not like that! At Junk King, we make it our mission to recycle and reuse as much of everything we pick up from our customers and clients every day. And this includes used pallets whether they’re made of wood, plastic, composite materials or even metal.
So, are you ready to get rid of your pallets by recycling? It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
The best part is that all you have to do is simply point and we’ll haul your old pallets and other junk items into our junk removal trucks – and we do it all without any hidden fees. You can make an appointment by booking online or by calling us today.
