How to dispose of your garage door!

Getting a new garage roller door can be quite exciting. Not only can it enhance the appearance of your home but also enhance the usage of your garage. However, the problem is what to do with your old garage roller door. Find below a list of suggestions for how to dispose of your garage roller door.

1. Get it collected

Often scrap dealers will come and collect your scrap and if it is of any worth, they shall give you some money for it. However, some companies you will have to take your garage roller door to the scrap yard yourself, but with such a large object this can be very difficult if your vehicle is small.

Avoid this hassle by arranging for your local council to come and collect your old garage roller door. You can make the appointment online and often your collection will be free if you only have one every three months, however if it is more frequent than this you will often incur a charge.

Sometimes your new garage roller door supplier will take away your old garage door for you. It is worth asking when you purchase your new door as this will be a very easy and simple option.

2. Sell it

Even though you may not want your current garage roller door, someone else might. Place an advert in your local newspaper and online detailing colour, size etc. You can either give it away for free or charge a small price; it is totally up to you.

However, only attempt to sell your old garage roller door if it is in a suitable condition. If it is covered in scratches and dents then chances are selling it is the wrong option for you. But, if you are only changing your garage roller door because you are fed up with the colour, and it is still in good condition then this will be a very good choice for you.

Also, when considering selling your garage roller door, ensure you still have the installation instructions and all the little bits and pieces, such as screws and nails.

3. Recycle it

If your old garage door is wooden, break it up and utilise the other things such as building etc. If your old garage was a roller door was made of metal such as steel or aluminium, it can easily make for an outdoor shelter for either animals or people.