Recycling power tools, gardening and DIY
There’s a better way to put that old lawnmower out to grass – recycling.
Recycling power tools for gardening and DIY
DID YOU KNOW?
20 minutes
That’s how long the average power drill gets used in its lifetime, according to some estimates.
Many of us only need power tools for DIY and gardening once in a blue moon. Why not borrow rather than buy? Check out hiring, lending and borrowing electric tools through online and neighbourhood schemes like the Library of Things or Fat Llama.
Find your nearest recycling point
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Frequently asked questions – power tools, gardening and DIY
Where do I go for power tools recycling?
Use our recycling locator to find your nearest electrical recycling point.
Is there lawn mower recycling or disposal near me?
Yes. There are more than 2,500 collection and drop-off points around the UK that take old electricals for recycling. Use our locator to find your nearest one.
Can I recycle drills, sanders and saws?
Yes. If it has a plug, battery or cable it can be recycled and made into useful items such as life-saving equipment, even new tools. If you can’t get your old tools repaired, find your nearest recycling point using our locator.
