How to extend the life of power tools
Examples of power tools
This includes portable electronic air tools as well as mounted, work bench or floor power tools.
- Drills
- Die grinders and angle grinders
- Miter saws, table saws, scroll saws, circular saws etc.
- Nail guns
- Air compressors
- Shop vacuum
- Drum machines
- Powered caulking guns
- Sanders (belt, disc etc)
- Soldering irons
- Pipe cutters and threaders
How to dispose
There are two ways to dispose of power tools depending on whether they are usable or old and broken.
Usable power tools
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Extend the life of this item by reusing, selling, or donating
Reuse working power tools by:
- Giving to family and friends
- Posting on online websites like Facebook Marketplace
Donate usable power tools to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting. Options include:
Old and broken power tools
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Take to an electronics recycling drop-off
Take old and broken power tools for free to an electronics recycling drop-off. You can also take these items to a City Eco Centre for free – if you bring with other garbage, charges will apply.
- For full details, see Electronics Recycling program.
- This includes power tools that have a power cord or run on a battery/charger and be for residential use.
Special instructions
Do NOT put electronics in your blue cart as these items can damage equipment at the recycling facility.