How to Recycle Garden Tools

Shovels, rakes, hoses, and other gardening equipment.

RecyclableUpdated Jun 2026

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Yes, metal garden tools (shovels, rakes, hand tools) are recyclable steel, and powered tools are e-waste. Donate usable tools; otherwise take metal ones to a scrap-metal yard and battery or electric tools to an e-waste recycler, recycling any batteries separately.

Recyclable: Yes

How to Prepare

1Clean off dirt and debris
2Separate metal from plastic/rubber components
3Remove wooden handles if deteriorated
4Check for repair potential

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