Can You Recycle Garden Hoses?
No
Never — the #1 enemy of recycling facilities
Why
Hoses are 'tanglers' that wrap around sorting machinery, breaking equipment and endangering workers. Recycling centers specifically beg people not to bin them.
How to dispose of garden hoses
- Put old hoses in the trash
- Cut into sections first if your hauler has size limits
- Never, ever put a hose in the recycling bin
Greener option
Old hoses become soaker hoses (poke holes), tool grips, or bucket-handle padding.
♻️ Recycling rules vary by city and hauler — when in doubt, check your local program. You can look up your area on our trash & recycling schedules page.