Most people want to recycle but are often confused over what can and can't be put in the recycle bins. You've probably spent your fair share of time looking at an item and debating if it gets recycled or thrown away. Metal is an important material for recycling since it is highly recyclable and a limited resource. It's important to keep as much metal as possible out of landfills. Here are several metal items in your home that can safely be recycled at a metal recycling company.

1. Aluminum Cans

Most homes see a great deal of aluminum cans as many sodas, drinks, and canned food come in these containers. They often wind up in regular trash, which eventually ends up in landfills. The main reason people don't recycle their cans is simply because they haven't developed the habit yet. Recycling isn’t natural for everyone since most of us have the habit of simply throwing everything into the garbage. According to Recycling Today, 45 billion cans each year in the United States are recycled. You can help contribute to this number by developing this habit in order to help the environment, and you might even save some money on your trash service.

2. Residential Scraps

Many of the things in your home can be brought to a metal recycling company, and many of these residential scraps often contain valuable metal components. For example, the aluminum pans you use in your home are often used for disposable bakeware and are recyclable but often wind up in the trash. You can also consider recycling old appliances like washing machines or dishwashers. Instead of throwing away old residential items, consider bringing them to recycle.

3. Car Parts

You may not think to recycle your car or car parts. Due to regular wear and tear, car parts are often replaced, and old parts are left to rust in your garage. Metals like steel and aluminum that are found in cars can be recycled and used in new materials, making it an environmentally friendly choice.

These are just a few metal items you should be recycling in your home through a metal recycling company. If you'd like to learn more about recycling services in your area, please contact us at Allied Scrap Processors, Inc today. With over 60 years of experience, we are here to help with your metal recycling needs!