At Seattle Pallet Company, we believe every piece of wood has value. Our comprehensive recycling program ensures that damaged or end-of-life pallets never end up in landfills. We're proud to be at the forefront of sustainable pallet management in the Pacific Northwest, setting industry standards for environmental responsibility.
Through repair, repurposing, and material recovery, we keep thousands of pallets in circulation annually, reducing environmental impact while supporting the circular economy. Every pallet we recycle represents reduced demand for virgin timber, lower carbon emissions from manufacturing, and less waste in our landfills.
Our state-of-the-art recycling facility processes pallets of all sizes and conditions, extracting maximum value from every component. From high-quality boards suitable for remanufacturing to wood chips for biomass energy, we ensure nothing goes to waste.
Every pallet is meticulously inspected to determine its optimal recycling path. Our trained technicians evaluate structural integrity, wood quality, and potential for repair or remanufacturing. Pallets are sorted into categories: repairable, remanufacturable, and material recovery.
Pallets beyond repair are carefully dismantled using specialized equipment. Metal fasteners are removed and sorted for scrap metal recycling. Wooden components are evaluated individually— high-quality boards are cleaned and graded for reuse, while damaged wood moves to chipping operations.
Usable boards are cleaned, planed, and sorted by size and quality for remanufacturing into new pallets. Damaged or lower-grade wood is processed through industrial chippers, creating various products including mulch, animal bedding, and biomass fuel. Every piece finds a productive second life.
Recovered materials are distributed to our network of partners throughout the Pacific Northwest. Reusable boards go into our remanufacturing operation. Wood chips supply landscaping companies, farms, and biomass energy facilities. We've built relationships with dozens of businesses to ensure every material finds its ideal application.
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Recycling pallets instead of manufacturing new ones reduces carbon emissions by approximately 47% per pallet. Our annual operations prevent an estimated 300 tons of CO₂ from entering the atmosphere—equivalent to taking 65 cars off the road for a year.
Not sure? Contact our team for a free assessment. We'll evaluate your pallets and provide guidance on the best recycling options.
We offer free pickup for bulk quantities of pallets throughout the greater Seattle area. Schedule a convenient time, and our team will arrive with the necessary equipment to load and transport your pallets to our recycling facility.
Bring your pallets directly to our facility in Seattle's SODO district. We accept drop-offs during business hours, and our team will unload and assess your pallets while you wait. Payment available for qualifying pallets.
We work with businesses of all sizes to develop customized recycling programs that support your sustainability goals. Our corporate partners receive detailed reporting, environmental impact metrics, and certification documentation to support their ESG initiatives.
Detailed metrics on pallets recycled, materials recovered, and environmental impact.
Certified reports for corporate sustainability disclosures and regulatory compliance.
Tailored recycling solutions designed around your operational needs and schedules.
We recycle wood pallets of most sizes and conditions, including broken units. We also separate repairable pallets from scrap to maximize reuse.
Yes. Reusable grades are purchased through our buyback program, and irreparable pallets are recycled or ground for reuse.
For free pickups we typically require 50+ units in the Seattle area. Smaller quantities can be dropped off or scheduled with a service fee.
We can issue recycling receipts and diversion summaries so you can report sustainability metrics.
Yes. Our team sorts on-site, separating repairable pallets, buyback grades, and scrap for responsible disposal.
Unusable pallets are dismantled and ground into mulch or fiber products, keeping wood out of landfills.
Most Seattle-area pickups are scheduled within 24–48 hours. We will confirm timing when you submit quantities and location.
We focus on wood pallets. We can advise on options for plastic or metal recycling through partner programs if needed.
Yes. For high-volume sites we provide drop trailers or regular route pickups to keep yards clear and organized.
Light weathering is fine, but pallets with chemical contamination or severe mold require special handling—describe the condition and we will advise.
