Gas Cooker, Hob, Barbecues

The kitchen cooker or hob is often considered one of the most essential home appliances that many individuals and families across Ireland. They are used daily. In summer you can add the Barbecue (BBQ) and out door gas heaters to this list of gas appliances. They come in different colors and sizes but gas cookers, stoves and BBQs have long been the first choice of professional chefs and home cooks. Bakers seem to prefer electric ovens!

Choice

In Ireland, approximately 21% of households use gas cookers, reflecting a significant reliance on this appliance for daily cooking needs. Source: irishtimes.com

Gas cookers are also popular choice for commercial kitchens due to their efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and precise temperature control. In 2023, global sales of gas cookers were estimated to reach 20 million units, with demand highest in regions like Asia and Europe. Their affordability and compatibility with natural gas and LPG make them a preferred option for many consumers.

However, old gas cookers must be recycled safely to prevent environmental hazards. These appliances contain metals, plastics, and sometimes hazardous components like mercury switches or hazardous insulation, which can contaminate our environment if not disposed of correctly.

Recycling ensures valuable materials like stainless steel, copper, and aluminum are recovered and reused, reducing waste and the need for raw materials. Safe disposal also prevents gas leaks and fire hazards from improperly discarded units. Many manufacturers and recycling programs now offer collection services to ensure responsible disposal and sustainability.

If you’re buying a new summer barbecue, gas cooker, oven or hob, we can help you safely recycle your old gas appliances 

Why Recycle?

Unwanted appliances including items used in kitchens are one of Ireland’s fastest-growing types of waste. As you know many items can be repaired or reused while others simply need to be recycled. All options save natural resources and the environment so please do what is best for you.

If you do not recycle your appliance properly they tend to end up in landfills or illegally dumped where hazardous substances can leak out and cause soil and water contamination – harming wildlife, plant life and human health. If you are removing a gas cooker remember to do so safely.

Recycle IT can Help?

In accordance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations, cookers, ovens, hobs and all types of electrical or electronic household items can be recycled by Recycle IT.

Did you know most gas cookers, hobs and even BBQs have a starter button either powered by mains electricity or battery which means Recycle IT can accept these type of appliances alongside all types of electrical items used in homes, gardens and small offices.

Unused or old household gas items including decommissioned boilers, gas-powered water heaters and BBQs will be accepted for free. If they don’t have electric components, don’t worry, they are generally manufactured from metal which is accepted by Recycle IT. Household appliances can be dropped off at no cost or collected cost-effectively in Dublin and surrounding counties.

About Recycle IT

Recycle IT is an award-winning not-for-profit social enterprise providing a collection and drop-off service for all types of waste electrical, electronic and metal items. During the last 18 months Recycle IT offered drop-off and collection services to homes, charities, schools and business organizations of all types. Our recycling teams operate across Dublin and surrounding areas collecting a range of WEEE which includes thousands of dishwashers, computers, cables, monitors, microwaves, screens, and metal items.

Our electrical community collection service is provided in partnership with WEEE Ireland. Recycle IT is supported by Pobal, South Dublin County Council and authorized by the National Waste Collection Permit Office and the local authorities across Leinster.

Call us on 01 4578321 or email us here

Visit our website www.recycleit.ie