Old tires can be disposed of in several ways, including recycling, repurposing, or taking them to a landfill. Here are some options:
Disposing of Tires:
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Contact a landfill: A landfill may accept your tires directly, but will usually charge a fee. Use the municipal solid waste facility map viewer to find landfill locations and phone numbers. Contact the landfill to confirm that it accepts tires for processing or disposal.
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Bulky trash collection event: You may be able to dispose of your own used or scrap tires during a bulky trash collection event sponsored by your local government.
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Scrap tire transporter: If you have many tires, you may need to hire a scrap tire transporter to pick them up and haul them to an authorized scrap tire storage, processing, or disposal facility.
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Tire recycling center: Old tires can be turned into fuel, paving material, and more when handed over to the right place. Specialized recycling organizations are one of the best places to get rid of tires responsibly. Contact a facility in your area before dropping them off to ask about fees and restrictions.
Repurposing Tires:
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Make a dog bed: Cut the tire in half and cover it with a cushion to create a cozy bed for your furry friend.
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Create an outdoor tire chair: Paint the tire and add a cushion to create a unique outdoor chair.
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Use old tire as plant holder: Decorate the tire accordingly, fill it with proper soil and plant to create a DIY planter holder or planter.
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Tire swing: Attach a rope to a sturdy tree, cut the old tire in half, add rope to both sides, and securely hang above for a comfortable seat.
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Tire table: Use an old tire with a round piece of glass to make a small coffee table.
Other options:
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Wait for a tire collection event: Some communities hold tire collection events where you can drop off your old tires for free.
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Reach out to a local auto shop: When you buy new tires, most auto shops will recycle your used tires for a fee by passing them over to an EPA-certified recycler.
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Report abandoned tires: To report abandoned tires, you can contact local city or county authorities, contact the TCEQ field office for your region, or file a complaint online with the TCEQ.
In summary, old tires can be disposed of in several ways, including taking them to a landfill, hiring a scrap tire transporter, or dropping them off at a tire recycling center. Alternatively, old tires can be repurposed into various DIY projects, such as a dog bed, outdoor chair, or planter holder.
