An old run-down car won’t have any use for you. It might even be expensive to repair and restore. It’s usually smarter to dispose of it. Lucky for you, it's easier to do nowadays with companies like us that specialise in car disposals in Sydney. Proper car disposal is necessary to ensure correct dismantling and disposal of parts, especially those prone to harm the environment. One of the things you should be concerned with is battery disposal, which can be tricky if you do it yourself.
The Problem With Car Batteries
Car batteries have been an issue in waste management for the longest time. A regular car battery is composed of toxic and damaging substances like sulphuric acid and lead. So, if it goes into a landfill, those components could leak and contaminate the soil to cause health and environmental issues.
That said, enhanced recycling processes and better environmental laws have made it simpler for recycling companies to recycle them. Car disposals in Sydney include proper battery disposal to avoid health and environmental issues and to ensure waste reduction and a safer environment for everyone.
When To Dispose Of Car Batteries
Car battery disposal is essential when it’s past its prime or when it’s dead or damaged. Instead of doing it yourself, get in touch with a certified car removal company that can take care of the disposal. That way, you don’t have to worry about potentially exposing yourself to toxic substances from the battery. Professionals know the protocols and have the right equipment and tools to safely remove old batteries from junk cars.
Why Should You Rely On Professionals For Disposal?
The car battery may be old or dead, but that doesn’t mean it’s safe to handle by yourself. It’s important to keep it upright and avoid transporting or storing it on its side. Some car batteries have vent caps, which can leak sulphuric acid if they’re improperly stored. Experts on car disposals in Sydney will safely remove, store, and transport the battery to their recycling facility.
What Happens To The Car And Battery?
The car disposals process in Sydney starts with dismantling the junk car for parts. Reusable parts will be reconditioned, and the car’s metals will be recycled. Chemicals and fluids like gasoline, brake fluid, anti-freeze, and oil will be correctly and safely disposed of, too. Depending on the battery’s condition, it may be sold to metal dealers looking for cathode materials or recycled to prevent it from going in landfills.
Who Should You Call?
There may be dedicated battery recycling facilities in town, but to ensure proper car battery disposal, consider calling car removal experts. That way, they can also buy the junk car from you. Some car removal companies can pay up to $9,000 depending on your vehicle’s condition. They accept all makes and models with same-day removal as an option, and they will pay you on the spot when they get your car.
Amazon Cash for Cars does reliable car disposals in Sydney , and our team can give you an instant quote when you call 0422 784 920. Allow us to take care of your old car’s parts for reuse, recycling, or proper disposal.
About The Author:
Yasin Azimi is the COO and IT Manager of Amazon Car Group (also known as Amazon Cash for Cars), first company in Australia to revolutionise the “Cash for Car” industry by offering cryptocurrency payments for unwanted cars. Yasin graduated in 2018 with Bachelor of Software Engineering from the University of Technology Sydney, and has worked with fortune 500 companies like Cognizant as well as QBE Insurance in Australia for the past 3 years. With his IT experience coupled with his team of experts, Amazon Car Group is changing how people sell their car for cash.
