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Can you recycle wires and cables?
Special drop-off only
Wires and cables isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a scrap or e-waste.
| Goes in | Scrap or e-waste |
|---|---|
| Category | 🥫 Metal & Cans |
| Verdict | Special |
How to prepare wires and cables
Take them to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
Quick checklist before you bin it
- Take them to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
- Confirm acceptance on your city or hauler’s recycling list — rules vary.
- Can’t recycle it locally? Sell copper wire to a scrap yard.
Why?
Copper wrapped in plastic insulation needs specialty processing.
Better option
Sell copper wire to a scrap yard.
FAQ: Wires and cables
Can I put wires and cables in the curbside recycling bin?
Wires and cables isn’t a curbside item, but it can be handled through a scrap or e-waste.
How should I dispose of wires and cables?
Scrap or e-waste. Take them to a scrap-metal or e-waste drop-off.
Why isn’t wires and cables recyclable?
Copper wrapped in plastic insulation needs specialty processing.
What can I do with wires and cables instead?
Sell copper wire to a scrap yard.