There’s no better feeling than driving around on a fresh set of tires. But after changing them out at home, you are now left with the old tires gathering dust. You could put them at the curb for regular trash pickup, but they’ll just end up in the landfill. The odds are good they’ll remain there for 50-80 very long years before decomposing fully. This is a reason some municipalities don’t even accept tires. That brings you back to square one: how should you get rid of old tires? There’s only one right answer to this: recycle them. All tires (yes, all) are recyclable. Let’s explore some eco-friendly disposal options.
Upcycle Worn Tires
Feeling a bit crafty? It’s possible to give old tires a new purpose in life by repurposing them. If you have kids, consider transforming a large truck or tractor tire into a tire swing. All you need is some rope and a sturdy tree. Attach the tire, and watch your kids have fun for hours! Live in a child-free home? These rubbery circles also make great planters and outdoor furniture.
Find a Tire Recycling Center
In addition, most local recycling facilities gladly accept tires. Start by calling your local recycle collection provider and ask if they pick up tires. They might let you put them at the curb on your designated recycling day. There is also a chance you’ll need to drop them off in person, but it’s well worth the effort. Most importantly, recycled tires go on to live useful second lives as shoes, flooring, gymnasium mats, and roofing materials.
Give to a Local Tire Reseller
Furthermore, not every old tire is entirely out of tread. Some still have many miles left. So, instead of tossing them in a landfill, why not sell or donate them to a tire reseller? These businesses patch and repair tires and sell them at a discounted price to drivers. It’s a win-win situation. You no longer have to look at the old tires, and someone on a budget can replace their bald tires with better ones.
Call Junk South for Tire Removal
On the other hand, maybe you just want the tires gone without having to lift a finger. You can call Junk South to pick them up directly from your home or business. We accept all types of tires. It doesn’t matter if they came off a passenger car or a semi-truck. Our powerful team will remove the tires quickly and efficiently—just tell us where to find them!
At Junk South, we are serious about protecting the environment. That’s why we do our job to keep a portion of the 300 million tires that people scrap each year out of the landfill. Instead, we work alongside the ACC Landfill and CHaRM Facility to ensure every tire we collect gets recycled.
So, are you tired of worn-out tires taking up valuable real estate in your backyard? Get in touch with Junk South to find out how to get rid of old tires.
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