How to Scrap Aluminum Windows & Doors

Written By
Doug Berthon
Doug Berthon
Published: Oct 16, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Remove all non-aluminum parts, such as wood, screws, nails, plastic, screens and glass from the frame. Aluminum doors and windows are often fastened together with screws and are usually dismantled easily. If the aluminum is attached to the wood of a window, use a flat bar to free it.

  2. Place the longer pieces in a vehicle or trailer and place the smaller pieces in a garbage can or other container. Use a hacksaw or reciprocating saw to shorten or lighten longer and heavier pieces.

  3. Bring the aluminum to the scrap yard, place it on the scale and collect your money.

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Tips

If you are also bringing other types of metal to recycle, separate them to shorten the amount of time it takes to drop off the materials. There may be several people waiting to use the scale.

Warnings

Wear gloves and safety glasses to protect your hands and eyes. Scrap yards look like construction zones with road hazards, such as screws and other objects, that could puncture your tires.

Doug Berthon

Doug Berthon is an enrolled agent and owns ProActive Tax & Accounting LLC. He earned his Bachelor of Science in accounting from Metropolitan University in St. Paul, Minn.

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