Pallet BuybackProgram
Turn your surplus pallets into cash. We buy all grades, all sizes, all conditions. You profit, the planet benefits.
Sell Your Pallets
Tell us what you have and get an instant estimate.
How Buyback Works
Contact Us
Tell us the type, quantity, condition, and location of your pallets.
Get a Quote
We provide a competitive price based on current market rates and pallet condition.
We Collect
Our trucks come to your location on a schedule that works for you.
Get Paid
Quick payment upon collection. No waiting, no hassle.
What We Buy
Standard Wood Pallets
48×40, 42×42, and all common sizes. Any grade accepted.
Oversized Pallets
Non-standard and oversized wood pallets in any condition.
Plastic Pallets
All types of plastic pallets, even damaged ones for recycling.
Euro Pallets
EPAL/EUR standard pallets, stamped or unstamped.
Broken Pallets
Even broken pallets have value — we salvage components and recycle the rest.
Specialty Pallets
Heat-treated, custom, or unique pallets accepted on a case-by-case basis.
Pricing Guide
Competitive buyback pricing based on pallet type, grade, and condition. Prices reflect current market rates.
Prices vary by volume, condition, and current market rates. Minimum 50 pallets for pickup service.
Volume Bonuses
The more pallets you sell, the more you earn per pallet. Our tiered bonus system rewards high-volume sellers.
Standard pricing
10% pricing bonus on all grades
15% bonus + priority pickup scheduling
25% bonus + same-day pickup + dedicated rep
Payment & Process
Simple, transparent payment with full documentation for your records.
Fast Payment
Payment issued via check or direct deposit within 5 business days of pickup. No waiting weeks for your money.
On-Site Count Verification
Our crew counts and verifies every pallet on-site at pickup. You confirm the count before we leave — no disputes later.
Digital Receipt
Receive an itemized digital receipt showing exact count, grade breakdown, and pricing for every pickup.
Monthly Statements
Recurring sellers receive monthly statements summarizing all transactions, payments, and running totals.
Tax Documentation
We provide 1099 tax documentation for annual buyback sales exceeding $600 — simplifying your bookkeeping.
Success Stories
Real businesses earning real money from pallets they used to throw away.
Warehouse Clearing House
A warehouse clearing house had 3,000 surplus pallets sitting unused and taking up valuable floor space. One phone call to Riverside Pallet Co. turned that dead inventory into $12,000 in cash — and freed up 4,000 square feet of warehouse space in a single day.
Manufacturing Plant
A manufacturing plant generates hundreds of pallets weekly from incoming raw materials. Through our scheduled buyback program with biweekly pickups, they now earn $4,500 every month — turning a disposal headache into a reliable revenue stream.
Step-By-Step Buyback Process
From the first phone call to the check in your hand, here is exactly what happens at every stage of our buyback program.
Initial Assessment
Call us or fill out our online form with details about your pallets: quantity, size, wood type, and condition. Photos are helpful but not required. We provide an estimated range within 2 hours.
On-Site Evaluation
For large lots (500+), we send a buyer to your location to inspect the pallets in person. We assess grade distribution, identify any specialty pallets, and provide a firm per-unit price on the spot.
Price Confirmation
You receive a written quote with per-pallet pricing broken down by grade (A, B, C) and total lot value. Quotes are valid for 14 days and include free pickup for qualifying quantities.
Scheduled Pickup
Choose a pickup date and time window that works for your operations. Our crew arrives with flatbed trucks, forklifts, and all necessary equipment. No prep work required on your end.
Count & Verification
Our crew counts every pallet on-site using a standardized tally method. You sign off on the count before we load. This prevents any disputes and ensures full transparency.
Payment & Receipt
Payment is issued within 5 business days via check or direct deposit. You receive a digital receipt showing exact count, grade breakdown, per-unit pricing, and total payment amount.
Buyback In Action
See how we collect, sort, and process the pallets we purchase from businesses across Southern California.
Surplus pallets ready for buyback pickup at a distribution center
Our crew loads and counts every pallet on-site
Purchased pallets sorted by grade at our Riverside yard
Grade A pallets cleaned and ready for immediate resale
Grade C pallets disassembled for lumber salvage and recycling
Salvaged lumber sorted by dimension for use in repairs
Buyback By The Numbers
Our buyback program keeps millions of pallets out of landfills every year while putting real money back into local businesses.
Pallet Grade Comparison
Not sure what grade your pallets are? Here is a quick reference guide to help you estimate value before contacting us.
Not sure about your grades? No problem. Send us photos and we will provide an estimate within 2 hours.
Benefits of Selling Your Pallets
Stop paying for disposal. Start earning from what you already have.
Turn Waste Into Revenue
Pallets that cost you money to dispose of are worth cash in our buyback program. A company generating 200 pallets per month can earn $6,000-$12,000 annually instead of paying for dumpster hauls.
Free Up Floor Space
Surplus pallets take up valuable warehouse real estate. A stack of 100 pallets occupies roughly 320 square feet. Regular buyback pickups keep your facility clean and productive.
Eliminate Disposal Costs
Dumpster rental, waste hauling, and landfill tipping fees for pallets can cost $500-$2,000 per month. Our buyback program replaces that expense with income.
Reduce Fire Hazard Risk
Large pallet stockpiles are a significant fire hazard. Insurance companies penalize businesses with excessive wood inventory. Regular buyback pickups keep your risk profile low.
Meet Sustainability Goals
Every pallet we buy back is reused or recycled. We provide documented diversion certificates showing tons of wood diverted from landfills — ideal for your ESG reporting.
Zero Effort Required
We handle everything: scheduling, loading, counting, hauling, and payment. You do not need to sort, stack, or prep pallets in any way. Just point our crew to the pile.
What Our Clients Say
We were literally paying a waste company $800 a month to haul away pallets. Now Riverside Pallet Co. pays us to take them. The switch generated over $15,000 in new revenue last year while saving us $9,600 in disposal costs.
Their crew is professional, fast, and always on time. They counted every pallet right in front of us, had us sign off, and the check arrived in 4 days. No hassle, no hidden fees. Exactly as promised.
The biweekly scheduled pickup has been a game changer. We no longer have pallets stacking up in the yard creating a fire hazard. And the extra $3,000 a month goes straight to our bottom line.
Industries We Serve
Any business that receives goods on pallets has surplus pallets worth selling. Here are the industries that benefit most from our buyback program.
Warehouses & Distribution Centers
High-volume pallet receivers generate hundreds of surplus pallets weekly. Our scheduled pickup program keeps your docks clear and your revenue flowing.
Manufacturing Plants
Raw materials arrive on pallets that stack up fast. Convert incoming pallet waste into a reliable revenue stream with biweekly or monthly pickups.
Retail & Big Box Stores
Store restocking creates constant pallet turnover. We work with retail locations of all sizes, from single stores to multi-location chains.
Food & Beverage Companies
Food-grade pallets hold their value well. We pay premium prices for clean, dry pallets from food and beverage operations.
Construction & Building Supply
Oversized and heavy-duty pallets from building materials are especially valuable. We buy all sizes including non-standard dimensions.
Third-Party Logistics (3PL)
3PL providers handle pallets from dozens of clients. Our buyback program simplifies pallet management and creates an additional profit center for your operation.
Buyback FAQ
Everything you need to know about selling your pallets to us.
What is the minimum number of pallets for pickup?
Our minimum for scheduled pickup is 50 pallets. For smaller quantities, you are welcome to drop pallets off at our Riverside yard during business hours (Monday-Saturday, 7am-4pm). There is no minimum for drop-off.
Do I need to sort the pallets before you pick them up?
No. Our crew handles all sorting and grading on-site. You do not need to separate pallets by size, condition, or type. Just have them accessible and our team does the rest.
How quickly do I get paid?
Payment is issued within 5 business days of pickup. We offer payment by company check or direct deposit (ACH). For recurring sellers, direct deposit is recommended for fastest processing.
Do you buy pallets with nails sticking out or broken boards?
Yes. We buy pallets in all conditions, including those with protruding nails, broken boards, and structural damage. Heavily damaged pallets are priced at our Grade C or Scrap rate, but they still have value.
Can I schedule recurring pickups?
Absolutely. Most of our commercial customers are on weekly, biweekly, or monthly pickup schedules. Recurring customers receive priority scheduling, locked-in pricing, and volume bonus rates.
Do you buy plastic pallets?
Yes. We purchase plastic pallets of all types and conditions, including HDPE, PP, and nestable/stackable designs. Plastic pallets typically command higher buyback prices than wood.
What areas do you cover for pallet pickup?
We cover all of Southern California including Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Orange County, Los Angeles County, and San Diego County. Extended service to Central California, Arizona, and Nevada is available for large volumes.
Is there a contract or long-term commitment?
No. There are no contracts, minimums commitments, or cancellation fees. You can sell to us once or set up recurring pickups. You can pause or cancel your schedule at any time with 48 hours notice.
Buyback Service Area
Free pickup throughout Southern California for qualifying quantities. Extended coverage available for large volumes.
Free Pickup for 200+ Pallets Within 75 Miles of Riverside
Smaller quantities and extended distances available at competitive pickup rates. Drop-off is always free.
Environmental Impact
When you sell your pallets instead of trashing them, here is the real-world environmental impact.
Your Pallets Have Value. Let Us Prove It.
Whether you have 50 pallets or 5,000, we will give you a fair, competitive price and pick them up on your schedule. Get a free quote in minutes.