Pallets

Alternative ways to recycle
Construction & Demolition Bulky Item Pick Up

Although pallets are wood, they are not accepted in the organics container. Wood in any form is never accepted in the recycling container. 

Construction & Demolition
Waste material generated during the construction, renovation or demolition of a location cannot be placed in your containers. To order temporary service for construction projects, click here

Bulky Item Collection
Pallets not associated with a construction and demolition project may be collected as a bulky item, please check with your city page for collection options (residential or commercial).  Bulky Item collection options may vary depending on your city. To schedule a bulky item pickup place an order online or call Athens’ Customer Service Department at 888-336-6100.

Pallet Wrap Is Plastic Wrap

Dispose of pallet wrap with plastic bags.

Return Plastic Pallets to Manufacturer

Plastic pallets are highly reusable and recyclable. Contact the manufacturer or distributor to see if they will accept them for reuse or recycling.

Alternative Ways to Recycle

Give to Pallet Recycling Company

Some companies, such as 48Forty, will recycle their own pallets. Companies that use CHEP’s blue plastic pallets can recycle them by contacting CHEP.
Smart Way Recycling accepts both wooden and plastic pallets.

Ways to Reuse

Turn Your Pallets Into Something New

The possibilities to repurpose your pallets are endless. Check out Pinterest for ideas and how-tos.