Pallet Reuse and Recycling

Reusing a pallet avoids building a new one. Repairing it keeps usable wood in service for longer, and recycling can give end-of-life wood another use.

Pallets Louisville sends reuse, repair and recycling requests to partner suppliers. What happens to a given load depends on its condition and on the supplier.

Ways to Extend a Pallet's Life

Buy used

If your load does not need a new pallet, a used one can do the job.

Request used pallets →

Repair

Replacing a few boards can return a pallet to use.

Request repair →

Sell surplus

Pallets you no longer need may be useful to someone else.

Sell pallets →

Recycle

Wood past repair may be reused as mulch, bedding or fuel.

Request recycling →

Handle with care

Careful forklift work and dry storage keep pallets usable for longer.

Read care tips →

Choose the right grade

Using a pallet suited to the load avoids early damage.

Compare grades →

Request a Reuse or Recycling Option

Describe your pallets and a partner supplier will follow up

Want to Learn More?

See how recycling requests work and what to tell a supplier about your load.

Pallet Recycling