It probably won’t fit in your trash can. This is one of those items that may take a few calories burned in order to get the job done. There are a few different choices on what to do with your old garage door when it comes time to dispose of it. Here are a few ideas and resources to get you started in the right direction.
Pick Up From the New Door Dealer
Many times, the company you purchased the new garage door from will arrange to take away the old one. Sometimes this will require a small fee. It’s tough to put a price on the convenience of having people that know what they are doing, and have all the tools for the job, simply take the old door out of sight and out of mind. This is a service that not every company will offer, so make sure you discuss it with them before making a decision.
Haul It Away Yourself
This is a much cheaper alternative solution to paying the door company to handle it. Pretty much all garage doors are recyclable, so taking it to your local recycling center would be the optimal way to get rid of it, sometimes the center will even pay you for your contribution. This option does require much more work on your end, but if you’re the DIY type of person to instal a new door, chances are hauling it away won’t be too much to ask.
Recycle It
As mentioned above, most garage doors are made from entirely recyclable material. But, why not try to recycle it in your own yard? With the huge working area and easy to work with material that most of the doors are made out of, making a variety of garden planters or household crafts is much easier than you think. Search the internet for some ideas to get you started, or just start on a project of your own.
These are just a few ideas on how to get rid of your old garage door. Proper disposal of an item of such an odd circumstance is something you won’t get to experience often, don’t feel as overwhelmed by not knowing what steps to take. Chances are you will only have to do this task once or twice in your lifetime, no need to stress.
