As the weather turns colder, you may not be spending as much time outside. But this time of year is still a great time to consider how much you took advantage of your backyard and the amenities there—like a swing set. Whether it didn’t get used or is falling apart, there are several ways to recycle or dispose of an old swing set.

Yes, You Can Recycle Pieces of an Old Swing Set

But there are other ways to get rid of it. It all depends on its condition.

If it’s in good condition, you have several options:

1. List it on local community sites. If the price is right (or free), you may even find someone to come and take it apart and haul it away themselves, saving you time and trouble.
2. Donate. Contact local schools, daycare centers, parks, or other community organizations to see if they need playground equipment. They may also come get it.

If it’s in poor condition, you still have several options, but some may require more work.

1. Repurpose. Transform the frame into a garden, turn the structure into a chicken coop, or create another unique outdoor structure.
2. Disassemble for recycling. This is a multi-step process:

• Plan how you will manage the disassembled pieces, whether you’re going to recycle, repurpose, or properly dispose of them.
• Arm yourself with safety gear to protect yourself while taking apart a large structure.
• Remove accessories first, including the slide, swings, and roof.
• Dismantle from the top down.
• Separate the pieces into what can be recycled (metal, wood, some plastics) and what you could repurpose (untreated wood can be burned as firewood).

For a hassle-free option, contact JDog Junk Removal & Hauling to help dismantle the swing set, haul it away, and recycle any materials for you.