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Do you have lots of pallets taking up valuable storage in your warehouse? Consider contacting a waste pallet collector who can help remove your unwanted pallets for free or a low cost.
If you have a business in logistics, transport or construction, you probably use pallets everyday. Pallets are predominantly made of timber or plastic, and used to stack, store and transport materials.
There are many providers that specialise in pallet management, including the removal of your pallets in a cost-effective and environmentally friendly way.
You should consider using a pallet removal service if you want to:
Depending on the size of the job and your preference on how you would like the pallets to be disposed, you can contact a company specialising in pallet management or a general tradesperson or removalist.
A pallet supplier will remove and recycle your pallets into wood chips for garden mulch, playground landing or animal bedding. You can also buy new pallets if you are looking for an upgrade.
A general tradesman or removalist will be able to remove the pallet for you, but may not dispose of them in an environmentally friendly way.
Some key considerations include:
Pallet removal can be performed for free or for a relatively low cost. The size, quantity and materials of the pallets will affect the pricing of this service. To give you an indication, here are some of the service providers in Australia and their charges:
Alternatively, you can also request a quote for a contractor through websites like Airtasker, Oneflare or TaskRabbit. Previous jobs in pallet removal have ranged anywhere from $20 to $200.
For businesses with large volumes of pallets to dispose, pallet companies offer a low cost alternative to hiring and filling your own skip bins.
For individuals or businesses with only a few pallets to dispose, it's important to search around for the best quote. As well as contacting pallet companies, you can also contact general tradesmen or removalists to compare the level of service and cost.
If you are interested in replacing old and damaged pallets with new ones, you can leverage a pallet company to manage your pallet inventory, which includes recycling, repairing and replenishing pallets.
If you are organising for your pallets to be picked up by a pallet removal company, make sure you check with them for detailed instructions. As a general rule of thumb, pallet companies will require you to:
Whether you need to be there when your pallets are being picked up depends largely on the quantity of pallets, where the pallets are stored and the type of service being offered.
It is strongly recommended that you or someone else be there on the day to guide the removalists.
If you have more than a few pallets to remove, pallet suppliers will generally require you to have a forklift on-site. You or someone else will need to operate the forklift to load the pallets into the truck.
If you only have a few pallets to remove, it is possible to to lift manually with the assistance of pallet jacks. Make sure you notify the removalist the equipment you have and type of access to your warehouse.
The type of service offered largely depends on whether you choose to have your pallets removed by a pallet supplier or a contractor/hired hand.
You don't have to hire a skip bin and dump unwanted pallets in landfill. Pallets are useful assets that can be upcycled, recycled and even sold. Pallet suppliers are your best contact if you are looking for low cost, environmentally friendly pallet removal.
My pallets are in perfectly good condition. Can I sell them instead?
Yes, there are a number of ways you can sell your pallets if they are in good working condition. Many pallet suppliers are willing to buy your pallets if the condition meets their requirement. You can also try selling your pallets to carpenters who may be able to upcycle your pallets into furniture.
Can I get my damaged pallets fixed instead of throwing them away?
Yes, it is possible to have your pallets repaired, depending on the severity of the damage. Most pallet suppliers offer ongoing management to businesses to repair and replace old pallets with new ones.
Can I leave pallets on the kerbside?
Check with your local council for rules on kerbside rubbish collection. Pallets are generally not accepted by council as green waste and kerbside rubbish, given a pallet's size and timber material, which may be a fire hazard.
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