How To Handle A Junk Car In Your Yard
Is that old beater in your yard getting you down? Well, it’s no wonder…these things can end up looking like a monstrosity when exposed for too long to the elements, and the additional clutter could end up making you feel pretty blue. But what can you do about it? Fret not, as you have multiple options to get rid of it and turn your yard back into a bastion of tranquility and tidiness.
Contact A Junk Disposal Expert
When looking to dispose of junk, who do you call?…the junk expert, of course! These companies tend to deal with waste and are pros at knowing what to do with it and how to recycle or resume things correctly. The best aspect is that there is little to no negotiation involved, and they typically pick your car up for free. One junk dealer states on their website that all that’s required is for you to contact them and tell them a little about your car and location. Once they have this information, they will offer you a quote, and if you like the sound of it, they’ll come by and take it off your hands…as simple as that! However, when looking for a reputable company to deal with, you should heed the following advice:
- Use local companies when possible
- Check online reviews to see how they handle previous customers
- Don’t expect a fortune as they are taking all the risk and often spending their money to pick it up
- Ensure they have some level of customer service and can answer your questions when required
Hire Someone To Haul It Away
This option isn’t quite as attractive as the previous one simply because you will not get any money and have to pay someone for their time. However, it’s an option nonetheless, and one that you might have to choose if there are no junk dealers in your vicinity, your local municipality has had complaints and requested that you shift it immediately, or you aren’t satisfied with the offer a junk dealer gave you (which would be odd as some money is better than spending more). Moreover, you must find someone prepared to spend the better part of their day shifting your old junk around and determining where it can be legally disposed of.
Disassemble It And Sell The Most Valuable Parts
As cars themselves have become almost impossible to steal thanks to a range of high-tech solutions, thieves have found other ways to profit from your misery. But what has this got to do with your junker? Well, the reason that thieves still cause trouble with cars is partly due to the range of valuable materials used in their construction. For example, a catalytic converter might be worth more than the rest of the vehicle because the materials used are costly to extract from the earth and require intense refinement. Consequently, you can find many places looking to purchase these old parts to reuse and recycle. The exciting thing is that plenty of parts aside from the catalytic converter can make you extra money. For example, if you have a particularly rare or in-demand model, you can usually find people looking for parts that are no longer manufactured.
Turn It Into A Side Project And Get It Up And Running Again
If you enjoy a challenge, you can always turn your attention to fixing your car up and turning it back into something to be proud of. While this will depend on the car’s condition (you will have your work cut out if you’re dealing with a shell). However, if it’s mostly intact, and you have the ability, you might discover this project becoming a rewarding one. Furthermore, once you have fixed the old girl up, she’ll find a better price than scrap, and as long as you don’t put too much money into it, you might even come out on top!
Examine Your Options For Donating It
Donating an old vehicle is always an odd choice, but one to consider nonetheless. However, if it’s too damaged or a charity is unable to take it away, you will have to think of other options. Nevertheless, aside from the warm, fuzzy feeling you get from being a good person, you might be able to use it as a tax write-off. If a charity doesn’t accept it, you can always post an ad and ask around if there is anyone who might inexplicably want an old heap (stranger things have happened).
Transform It Into A Fun Art Project
The final point is slightly lighter than the otters and is open to anyone with a creative mind who wants to turn old junk into something beautiful! The actions you take are entirely up to you, but some ideas might include turning it into a flower bed or even a water feature.
It doesn’t need to be overly challenging to handle junk in your yard. Selling it for scrap metal or donating it to a charity are great options, as both can put some cash in your pocket and help others out. However, if you’re unable to choose these options, you can always turn it into an exciting garden objet d’art!
