Sell Your Pallets

Turn surplus pallets into cash. Tell us what you have and we connect you with partner suppliers in San Diego County who buy used pallets.

Request Offers for Your Pallets

Tell us about the pallets you have: approximate quantity, sizes, condition, and location. We will pass your request to a partner supplier who buys used pallets, and they will follow up.

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Contact Information

10-digit US or Canada number

US ZIP or Canadian postal code

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Order Details

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Additional Details

How Selling Used Pallets Works

If your business generates surplus pallets from incoming shipments, you have a valuable asset sitting on your dock or in your yard. Instead of paying for disposal or letting them take up space, SD Re Pallet can connect you with partner suppliers who buy used pallets.

Clean, reusable pallets in standard sizes are the easiest to sell, while broken pallets usually go to recycling instead. The process is simple: you tell us what you have, we pass your request to a partner supplier, and that supplier makes you an offer and arranges pickup.

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Send a Request

Fill out the form above. Share the approximate quantity, pallet sizes, general condition, and your location. Photos are helpful but not required.

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Receive an Offer

A partner supplier in our network reviews your details and follows up with an offer based on pallet condition, size, quantity, and current demand.

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Pickup & Payment

If you accept, the supplier schedules pickup with you and pays you on the terms you agree with them.

What Sells: Conditions and Types

Here is a general breakdown of how pallet buyers treat different conditions and how condition affects what you can expect to be paid.

Highest Value

Grade A Pallets

Pallets in excellent condition with all boards intact, no significant cracks, and tight dimensions. These pallets can go straight back into service with minimal processing, so they command the highest per-unit price.

  • - Standard GMA 48x40 most in demand
  • - No broken or missing boards
  • - Stringers in good condition
Good Value

Grade B & C Pallets

Pallets with some wear, minor damage, or cosmetic issues. These may need one or two board replacements or stringer repairs before re-entering service. Buyers typically pay less for these and put them through pallet repair.

  • - Minor board damage acceptable
  • - Stringer repairs okay
  • - Must be structurally sound overall
Salvage Value

Broken & Damaged Pallets

Severely damaged pallets can still be useful. Recyclers dismantle them for usable boards, use the wood for repair parts, or grind it into mulch. Expect little or no payment, though larger loads may be removed at low or no cost.

  • - Broken stringers accepted
  • - Multiple board damage okay
  • - Removal terms vary by supplier

Pallet Types Buyers Look For

Common sizes such as GMA 48x40, 42x42, 48x48, and 36x36 are the easiest to sell, and both stringer and block pallets are in demand. Some partner suppliers also buy non-standard sizes and plastic pallets in good condition. Pallets contaminated with hazardous materials, chemicals, or biohazards are generally not accepted.

What Affects Your Offer

Offers are made by the buying partner supplier after inspection and depend on grade, size, quantity and timing. Understanding these factors helps set realistic expectations for what your pallets are worth.

Condition

The single biggest factor. Grade A pallets that need no repair are worth significantly more than damaged pallets that require dismantling. Clean, dry pallets in standard sizes fetch the best prices.

Size and Type

GMA 48x40 pallets are the most liquid and command the highest prices because demand is constant. Odd sizes and non-standard configurations have smaller buyer pools and lower prices.

Quantity

Larger quantities are more efficient to pick up and process, so buyers can often offer better per-unit pricing for full truckloads than for a few pallets.

Market Conditions

Pallet prices follow supply and demand, which can shift with shipping volumes through the year. Lumber commodity prices also influence the value of used pallets.

Condition Assessment Criteria Checklist

Pallet buyers generally look at the points below when grading. Use this checklist to get a rough idea of your pallets' grade before sending a request.

Structural Integrity

  • ■ All three stringers intact and not cracked through
  • ■ Stringer notches (if block style) not split or broken
  • ■ No twist or warp exceeding 1 inch across the pallet face
  • ■ Load-bearing capacity suitable for standard 2,500 lb loads

Deck Board Condition

  • ■ Number of cracked, split, or missing boards
  • ■ Board thickness remaining (no excessive wear-through)
  • ■ Lead board condition (entry point boards)
  • ■ Bottom boards intact for racking applications

Fastener Condition

  • ■ Nails seated flush (no protruding nail heads)
  • ■ No loose or popped nails creating snag hazards
  • ■ Adequate nail count at all board-to-stringer connections

Cleanliness and Contamination

  • ■ Free of chemical spills, oil stains, or toxic substances
  • ■ No extensive mold or fungal growth
  • ■ No food residue or biological contamination
  • ■ Normal dirt, dust, and minor staining acceptable

What to Expect

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Request

Submit your pallet details. We pass them to a partner supplier in our network.

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Offer

The partner supplier follows up with questions and an offer.

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Pickup

The supplier collects the pallets, counts them, and confirms condition.

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Payment

You are paid by the supplier on the terms you agreed with them.

If you generate surplus pallets regularly, ask the partner supplier about a recurring pickup schedule so you do not need to send a new request each time.

What Buyers Usually Will Not Take

Pallet buyers generally decline the following materials.

  • ✕Pallets contaminated with hazardous chemicals, pesticides, or toxic substances
  • ✕Pallets soaked with motor oil, hydraulic fluid, or petroleum products
  • ✕Wood packaging exposed to medical waste or biohazards
  • ✕Pallets with methyl bromide (MB) treatment stamps
  • ✕Completely disintegrated pallets with no salvageable lumber
  • ✕Pallets containing non-wood materials like concrete blocks or metal frames

If your pallets fall into a gray area, describe them in your request. Each partner supplier decides case by case.

How Quantity Affects Pickup

Minimums are set by each partner supplier, but quantity generally affects pickup and pricing like this.

A few pallets

Small counts are often easier to drop off at a buyer than to have picked up.

Partial loads

Pickup may be possible if a supplier is nearby. A trip charge may apply.

Larger loads

Larger loads of reusable pallets are more likely to qualify for free pickup.

Full truckloads and recurring volume

Usually the best per-unit offers, and a good fit for recurring pickup schedules.

Pickup Scheduling Details

Once you accept an offer, the partner supplier schedules pickup with you directly. Let them know your dock hours and whether you can load with your own forklift, since equipment and loading arrangements vary by supplier.

For businesses that generate used pallets on an ongoing basis, recurring weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly pickups can keep your dock clear and turn surplus pallets into a steady small income.

Pickup Windows

Tell the supplier your preferred pickup window and any busy dock times to avoid, so the pickup fits around your receiving schedule.

Loading Time

Loading time depends on the count and how the pallets are stacked. Larger volumes may need more than one load, so confirm timing with the supplier in advance.

Recurring Schedule

A regular schedule means you do not have to arrange each pickup separately. Changes to schedule or volume are worked out directly with the supplier.

If your pallets are a mix of sellable and broken, a pallet removal request may be a better fit.

Have Pallets to Sell?

Do not let surplus pallets waste space. Fill out the form above and a partner supplier in our network will follow up.

Request a Quote

Frequently Asked Questions

Which pallets do partner suppliers buy?

Most buyers are interested in reusable wood pallets in common sizes like 48x40. Other footprints may be bought when the volume makes pickup worthwhile.

What condition do pallets need to be in?

Grade A and B pallets with intact stringers and boards are the easiest to sell. Broken pallets may be taken for recycling, usually at little or no payment.

Is pickup available, or do we need to deliver?

Pickup is available through partner suppliers across San Diego County. Some buyers also accept drop-offs. Mention your preference in your request.

Is there a minimum quantity?

It depends on the supplier. Larger loads are more likely to get free pickup and a better offer; small counts may need to be dropped off or combined with a trip fee.

How and when do we get paid?

Payment method and timing are agreed directly with the partner supplier who buys your pallets. Confirm the terms before pickup.

Who grades the pallets?

The buying supplier inspects and grades the pallets, either on site or after pickup. Ask for a count and grade tally if you need it for your records.

Can scrap or unusable pallets be taken too?

Often, yes. Many buyers will haul scrap for recycling alongside sellable pallets, though a fee may apply depending on condition and volume.

Can replacement pallets be dropped off at the same time?

Some partner suppliers can drop off replacement pallets during pickup. Note it in your request if you need this.

Are plastic pallets bought too?

Some suppliers buy plastic pallets. Send the type, count, and photos if possible so a supplier can tell you whether they are interested.

Will we get documentation for the load?

Many buyers can provide counts, grades, or weight tickets on request. Ask the partner supplier when you confirm the pickup.