What outdoor and garden items count as scrap metal?
Short answer: Aluminium gutters and downpipes, steel fencing and gates, old barbecues, metal furniture, mower decks and garden tools are all potential scrap, though items that have rusted heavily or contain a lot of plastic, concrete or other materials are worth less, and anything with stored fuel or gas should be emptied and made safe before it goes anywhere.
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List Free →Why bulky outdoor items need a plan
Gates, fences and furniture are heavy and awkward, so work out how you will move them before you promise them to a buyer, and ask about pickup if you cannot transport them yourself.
Why condition matters less than you think
Rust does not usually stop steel being accepted as scrap, but attached concrete, timber or plastic can, so remove as much as is practical before weighing.
Why barbecues and mowers need preparation
Gas bottles, fuel and batteries must come out first, because most buyers will not take items that still contain them.
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