Sell Your Pallets

What We Buy:

• Standard 48x40 pallets (GMA)
• Non-standard sizes
• Broken pallets (for parts and recycling)
• Large quantities or regular pickups
• Mixed loads acceptable
• Both wood and plastic pallets

Our Buying Process:

• Contact us with details about your pallets
• We provide a quote based on quantity and condition
• Schedule a convenient pickup time
• We inspect and load the pallets
• Receive payment on the spot or via check

Benefits of Selling to Us:

• Fair, competitive pricing
• Free pickup for large quantities
• Fast payment processing
• No minimum quantity for most orders
• Environmentally responsible disposal
• Regular pickup schedules available

Pricing Factors

Our pricing is based on several key factors to ensure you receive fair market value for your pallets. Understanding these factors helps you maximize the value of your pallet inventory:

• Condition: Grade A pallets command premium prices. Grade B and C pallets are valued based on repair potential and usable components.
• Quantity: Larger quantities typically receive better per-unit pricing due to economies of scale in transportation and processing.
• Size and Type: Standard 48x40 GMA pallets are most valuable due to high demand. Custom sizes are priced based on market demand and reusability.
• Heat Treatment Status: ISPM 15 certified heat-treated pallets have higher value as they can be resold for export applications.
• Material: Hardwood pallets generally command higher prices than softwood. Plastic pallets are valued separately based on material grade and condition.
• Location and Accessibility: Easy-to-access pallets in the Hampton Roads area receive the best pricing. Remote locations may have reduced pricing to account for transportation costs.
• Market Conditions: Pallet prices fluctuate based on lumber costs, supply and demand, and seasonal factors. We offer current market rates.

Volume Programs for Large Generators

For businesses that consistently generate significant pallet volumes, we offer customized buyback programs designed to maximize value and minimize hassle:

• Scheduled Pickups: Regular weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly pickups ensure your facility never becomes cluttered with used pallets.
• Dedicated Account Manager: High-volume accounts receive a dedicated contact who understands your business and provides consistent service.
• Premium Pricing: Volume commitment earns you better per-unit pricing compared to spot market sales.
• Reporting and Documentation: Detailed monthly reports track pallet quantities, values, and environmental impact for your sustainability reporting.
• Flexible Payment Terms: Choose immediate payment, monthly aggregated payments, or credit toward future pallet purchases.
• On-Site Sorting: For very large volumes, we can provide on-site sorting and grading to streamline the process.
• Trailer Exchange Programs: We can provide trailers for you to load at your convenience, then exchange full for empty trailers.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

When you sell pallets to Norfolk Pallets, you're making an environmentally responsible choice that contributes to a circular economy. Here's what happens to the pallets you sell:

• Reuse: High-quality pallets are cleaned, inspected, and resold for immediate reuse, extending their useful life by years.
• Repair: Pallets with minor damage are repaired and returned to service, preventing waste while providing affordable pallet options to other businesses.
• Recycling: Broken pallets are dismantled, with usable boards becoming repair parts and unusable wood becoming mulch, animal bedding, or biomass fuel.
• Landfill Diversion: Our operations divert over 100,000 pallets from landfills annually, preventing approximately 2,000 tons of wood waste.
• Carbon Reduction: Reusing and repairing pallets has a significantly lower carbon footprint than manufacturing new pallets from virgin materials.
• Sustainability Documentation: We provide documentation of environmental impact for your corporate sustainability and ESG reporting requirements.

Payment Options and Terms

We offer flexible payment options to accommodate different business preferences and requirements:

• Cash on Pickup: For smaller quantities, we can provide immediate cash payment when our driver picks up your pallets.
• Check Payment: Checks are issued and mailed within 24-48 hours of pickup for verified quantities and grades.
• ACH Transfer: Electronic payment directly to your business account, typically processed within 2-3 business days.
• Credit Toward Purchases: Apply the value of sold pallets toward future pallet purchases, simplifying accounting and cash flow.
• Monthly Aggregated Payment: For regular pickup schedules, receive one monthly payment covering all pickups during that period.
• Net Terms: Established high-volume accounts may qualify for customized payment terms.

Industries We Serve for Pallet Buyback

We purchase pallets from businesses across all industries throughout the Hampton Roads region:

• Manufacturing: Production facilities often accumulate incoming pallets faster than they can use them for outbound shipments.
• Distribution Centers: High-volume receiving operations generate steady flows of pallets requiring regular removal.
• Retail Stores: Retail locations receive merchandise on pallets but have limited outbound pallet needs and storage space.
• Warehouses: Third-party logistics and storage facilities accumulate pallets from multiple clients and need efficient removal.
• Import/Export Companies: Businesses involved in international trade often have heat-treated pallets with premium value.
• Construction Sites: Building materials arrive on pallets that need removal to keep job sites organized and safe.
• Food Processing: Food industry operations generate clean, food-grade pallets that command premium buyback prices.
• Government and Military: Government facilities and military bases regularly need to liquidate surplus pallet inventory.

Getting Started: How to Sell Your Pallets

Selling your pallets to Norfolk Pallets is simple and straightforward. Follow these steps to turn your unused pallets into cash:

1. Initial Contact: Fill out the contact form above or email us at [email protected] with details about your pallets.
2. Provide Information: Let us know the approximate quantity, sizes, condition (Grade A, B, or C), and location of your pallets.
3. Receive Quote: We'll provide a preliminary quote based on your description, typically within 2 hours during business hours.
4. Photo Assessment (Optional): For more accurate pricing, you can email photos of your pallet stack showing overall condition.
5. Schedule Pickup: Once you accept the quote, we'll schedule a convenient pickup time that works with your operations.
6. On-Site Inspection: Our driver will inspect the pallets upon arrival to confirm quantity and grade, then adjust pricing if necessary.
7. Loading: Our team handles all loading - you don't need to provide labor or equipment unless you prefer to assist.
8. Receive Payment: Payment is issued according to your chosen method (cash, check, ACH, or credit toward purchases).
9. Documentation: We provide a receipt detailing quantity, grades, and value for your records.

Fill out the form above to get a quote, or email us directly at [email protected] to discuss your pallet inventory and start the process today.