- 1). Hold a magnet against the metal sign and let it go. If the magnet sticks to the sign, the sign is ferrous metal. If not, it is non-ferrous.
- 2). Contact your city's waste management company. Ask about curbside pickup rules for non-ferrous metal recycling. Most cities require placing the metal in a specifically colored bag or bin on your normal trash pickup day. Follow the instructions from the company if the metal is non-ferrous.
- 3). Visit earth911.com for ferrous metal recycling in your area. Call the number of the location nearest you and ask about drop-off hours. Drop off the signs at the location. The recycling center will weigh the signs and pay you by weight according to the type of metal.
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