Recycle your old garbage disposal.

Below are a few suggestions to help you locate the nearest metal recycler in your community. (Some salvage yards may even pay you for the metal in your disposal.)

1. Search metal recycling + zip code with your internet browser and it will show you the nearby metal recyclers.
2. Call 1-800-CLEANUP
3. Visit earth911.com and check under “metals” for your local zip code.
4. Check with your local recycling company and see if you can place your garbage disposal in their metal recycling bin.
5. A community with a permanent electronics recycling collection center may take small appliances for recycling.
6. Many solid waste districts schedule special collection events at various times throughout the year.