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Ah, Christmas lights – they bring magic to the season, twinkling from rooftops, trees, and bushes, wrapping us all in a festive glow. But what happens when your lights burn out, leaving a dark spot in your holiday spirit? Instead of tossing them in the trash, consider recycling! At A&A Recycling in Cincinnati, we’re here to help you give your lights a second life.
Why Recycle Christmas Lights?
You might think those little lights don’t do much harm, but when they’re tossed into a landfill, they can cause problems. Christmas lights are made of valuable materials like copper and aluminum, which are worth recycling. Plus, those plastic coatings can hang around for a long time if left in a landfill. By recycling, you’re helping reduce waste, conserve resources, and keep Cincinnati a bit greener (and merrier)!
What Happens to Recycled Lights?
You might be surprised by what happens to Christmas lights after they’re recycled! Here at A&A Recycling, we separate the valuable metals like copper, brass, and aluminum from the plastic coatings. The metals can be reused for new products, which means your old lights might just find a second life in something totally unexpected – like a new gadget or even another set of holiday lights!
How to Recycle Your Christmas Lights at A&A Recycling
Got some holiday lights that just won’t light up? Don’t throw them in the trash – bring them to A&A Recycling! We’re open seven days a week, making it easy for you to swing by after work or on the weekend. (Yep, even on Sundays – because recycling waits for no one!)
Here’s how to get started:
Gather up your old lights – whether they’re broken, outdated, or you’ve just upgraded to energy-efficient LEDs, we’ll take them.
Drop them off at A&A Recycling – our friendly team will be ready to greet you, and don’t worry; we won’t judge if you’re still wearing a bit of tinsel.
Feel good about your choice – not only have you decluttered your home, but you’ve also helped the planet. Go ahead, give yourself a holiday cheer!
Fun Fact: Recycling Lights Saves More Than You’d Think
Did you know recycling Christmas lights can save energy? The copper and other metals inside those lights require a lot less energy to recycle than to mine and refine new metal. So by recycling, you’re helping cut down on energy waste – a gift that keeps on giving!
Bonus Tip: Go for LED Lights Next Time
LED Christmas lights use up to 90% less electricity than traditional incandescent bulbs and can last up to 10 times longer! They’re a fantastic option if you’re looking to save energy and reduce waste. Plus, if they do eventually burn out, you can still bring them to A&A Recycling to keep the cycle going!
A&A Recycling – Helping You Light Up the Season Responsibly
The holidays can be hectic, but recycling doesn’t have to be. Here at A&A Recycling in Cincinnati, we’re all about making recycling easy, accessible, and maybe even a little bit fun. So if your lights are dimming, drop them off with us and get one more holiday task checked off your list. We’ll be here – open seven days a week – ready to help you give your old Christmas lights a fresh start!
Happy Holidays, Cincinnati, and happy recycling!
A&A Metal Recyclers is located at 400 Station Ave Cincinnati OH.
We're open 7 days a week for your convenience.
513-761-9000
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