grant_price•1mo ago

Pro tip: Salvaging copper from old jobs helps the planet and your wallet.

Recycling scrap wire reduces landfill waste and puts cash back in your pocket.

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3 Comments

susan8981mo ago

But stripping wire takes too much time for little cash. It's often not safe with old coating.

the_paul1mo ago

Actually @susan898, with a good stripper the payoff can be decent if you hustle.

charlesm111mo ago

Susan898 is right about old coating being unsafe. But the real kicker is the TOXIC DUST that flies everywhere when you strip it. That garbage ruins your lungs and coats your whole garage. A basic shop vac with a fine filter solves that problem fast. Plus, a lot of that old insulation contains lead, which is a major health risk. Dealing with that correctly can add value since you're handling hazardous material properly. It's not just scraping wire, it's managing a health hazard.