Cable Recycling Mistakes to Avoid
The most common, and most avoidable, issues — and the simple fix for each. An accumulated tangle of network cables, power cords and adapters from an office move or upgrade is a common single pickup — a rough quantity estimate is enough.
- Old cables shouldn't go in household waste any more than larger electronics.
- No need to sort cables by type before pickup — general grouping is enough.
- Copper content gives cables modest scrap value, more so in bulk.
Bulk cable pickup for offices
For cable recycling mistakes to avoid, an accumulated tangle of network cables, power cords and adapters from an office move or upgrade is a common single pickup — a rough quantity estimate is enough.
The home cable drawer
For cable recycling mistakes to avoid, most households accumulate a drawer of old cables and chargers for devices long gone — this is one of the simplest items to include in a pickup since there's no data or battery concern.
Sorting isn't required
Cables don't need to be sorted by type before pickup — grouping them loosely in a bag is enough. The team handles detailed sorting after collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What affects cable quote?
For cable recycling mistakes to avoid: quantity and copper content mainly — condition matters less than for other electronics.
Can offices request cable pickup?
For cable recycling mistakes to avoid: yes, especially useful after an office move or network upgrade.
Is pickup available in Kochi?
For cable recycling mistakes to avoid: Ewaste Kochi primarily supports Kochi, Ernakulam, Kakkanad, Kalamassery, Ernakulam South, Aluva and nearby Kochi-metro enquiry areas. For other Kerala districts, contact us to check pickup feasibility.
What happens after collection?
Cables are sorted and processed for material recovery, primarily copper and other metals.
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Last updated: 2026-07-14