The TCP Blog

Notes from the yard.

Industry insights, supply chain thinking, and the occasional tip from twenty-plus years in the pallet business.

Recycling · Jun 26, 2026

The Life Cycle of a Pallet: From New Build to Mulch

A wooden pallet has a long, useful life — built new, repaired again and again, and finally ground into mulch. Here's how every stage adds value and keeps wood out of the landfill.

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Logistics · Jun 24, 2026

How Manufacturers Can Reduce Shipping Costs Without Cutting Corners

The right pallet strategy can reduce transportation costs, improve warehouse efficiency, and minimize product damage without sacrificing performance.

Industry · May 25, 2026

How Rising Fuel Costs Affect the Pallet Industry

How transportation expenses influence supply chains, pallet operations, and business decisions in the current market.

Mulch · Mar 22, 2026

Mulch Pickup for Landscapers in Akron: A Smarter Way to Source This Season

Reliable local supply of cost-effective mulch made from recycled pallets, available at TCP yards.

Jockey · Feb 1, 2026

Earn Extra Income With TCP's Jockey Program

Drop off pallets at our yards and get paid cash on the spot through the Jockey Central program.

Custom Pallets · Nov 22, 2025

Custom Pallets: The Hidden Efficiency Booster for Growing Manufacturers

Custom pallets can reduce product damage, wasted space, and shipping costs. Learn how Tri County Pallet helps growing manufacturers design smarter, more efficient pallet solutions.

Recycling · Oct 2, 2025

Why Pallet Recycling Is the Smartest Move for Your Supply Chain this Fall

How companies are saving money and reducing waste with closed-loop pallet systems.

Community · Jul 15, 2025

Weathering the Storm: How Extreme Weather Challenges Unite the Warehouse Community

How extreme weather pushes warehouse teams across Ohio to adapt, support each other, and keep supply chains moving.

Sustainability · Jun 15, 2025

Wooden Pallets: The Sustainable Backbone of Modern Supply Chains

As businesses prioritize sustainability, the humble wooden pallet deserves recognition as an environmental success story.

Mulch · May 9, 2025

Efficient Mulch Maintenance

Large-scale mulch solutions for property managers overseeing retail centers, industrial parks, and commercial facilities.

Operations · Apr 15, 2025

Optimizing Warehouse Space: Strategic Pallet Management for Growing Businesses

Insights for making the most of your warehouse space through strategic pallet management.

Pallets · Mar 15, 2025

Understanding Different Grades of Pallets for Your Business

Breaking down the various pallet grades to help you make an informed choice that aligns with your business requirements.

Mulch · Feb 15, 2025

Embracing the Season: Mid-Winter Mulching with Hardwood Blend

A mid-winter application of premium hardwood blend mulch can still provide numerous benefits for your plants and soil.

Recycling · Jan 15, 2025

Pallet Recycling: A Sustainable Choice for the New Year

Pallet recycling benefits the environment, cuts costs, and supports a circular economy. A great place to start greening your supply chain.

Recycling · Dec 30, 2024

Tri-County Pallet's Commitment to Recycling: A Sustainable Solution for the Future

Over 140 million tons of wood waste end up in U.S. landfills every year. Here's how Tri-County Pallet leads the way in sustainability.

Community · Nov 22, 2024

Gratitude and Growth: A Thanksgiving Message from Tri County Pallet

Celebrating a year of sustainable pallet management and community partnerships across Ohio.

DIY · Oct 1, 2024

Pallet Decorations for Halloween, the Holidays, and Beyond

Used pallets are the perfect, reusable canvas for unique decorations across every season and special event.

Industry · Sep 1, 2024

For Shipping Goods, Wood Pallets Have the Edge on Cost

Buying, repairing, and storing pallets is a significant cost. Wood pallets give shippers a real competitive advantage.

DIY · Aug 1, 2024

Getting Creative with Pallets — A Great Way to Recycle

The recycled pallet market is teeming with opportunities to reuse quality materials and upcycle the rest into furniture and décor.

Industry · Jul 1, 2024

Economy, Changes in Business Practices Create Challenges for Pallet Market

A softening pallet market has created a challenging environment for producers and recyclers — even as the economy stabilizes.

Safety · Jun 1, 2024

Pallets, Pallet Safety Are Necessary to Your Business

Pallets are a big part of your operations. Following safety guidelines for pallet use and storage is critical to injury prevention.

Industry · May 1, 2024

Pallets Are an Integral Part of a Healthy Supply Chain

Pallets make the movement of goods possible — TriCounty Pallet understands their value in the business supply chain.

Mulch · Apr 1, 2024

Quality Mulch from Scrap Pallets — It's a Win-Win at TriCounty Pallet

Taking the wood that has exhausted its life as pallet material and putting it back into the environment as biodegradable mulch.

Jockey · Mar 1, 2024

Businesses, Individuals Benefit from TCP Pallet Jockey Program

A pallet buy-back program in Akron and Cleveland that makes it easy to do business and keep your property neat.

Pallets · Feb 1, 2024

Pallet Construction Targets Efficiency, Sustainability

Pallets for the shipping industry are designed to safely transport products of all types with the least impact on our environment.

Pallets · Jan 1, 2024

Pallet Types — Your Best Choice Is What Works Best for You

Wood, plastic, and metal pallets each have their place. Here's how to pick the right one for your shipping needs.

Pallets · Dec 6, 2023

Winter Weather Is Hard on Wood Pallets

How you store wood pallets through Northeast Ohio winters has a big impact on their three-to-five-year lifespan.

DIY · Sep 25, 2023

Reclaiming Beauty: Prepare Recycled Pallets for DIY Projects

Tips for choosing, cleaning, and preparing recycled pallets for furniture, décor, and other DIY projects at home.

DIY · May 27, 2023

Transform Your Outdoor Space with the Best Pallet Patio Furniture

Pallet patio furniture offers a unique, affordable way to create an inviting outdoor space — and you can source pallets locally.

Pallets · Apr 25, 2023

What Are Heat-Treated Pallets?

Heat-treated pallets reduce the risk of pests and disease, making them ideal for food, pharma, and international shipping.

DIY · Mar 22, 2023

5 Cool Spring Pallet Projects

Cost-effective, eco-friendly spring DIY projects you can build with discounted grade A & B pallets from Tri County Pallet.

Pallets · Feb 21, 2023

Are Wood Pallets Better than Plastic or Substrate?

An in-depth look at the pros and cons of wood, plastic, and substrate pallets across cost, durability, sustainability, and load capacity.

Operations · Jan 24, 2023

5 Benefits of Using Pallets in Your Warehouse or Distribution Center

Pallets are central to modern supply chain efficiency. Here's how they can benefit your warehouse or distribution center.

Recycling · Dec 20, 2022

Tri County Pallet Is Environmentally Conscious With Our Pallet Recycling Program

Our pallet recycling program takes the stress of managing recyclables off your plate while supporting eco-friendly operations and reducing costs.

Jockey · Nov 30, 2022

Make Extra Holiday Cash With Our Pallet Jockey Program

The holiday season ramps up expenses for businesses and individuals alike. Earn cash by selling used wood pallets through TCP's Jockey Program.

Custom Pallets · Oct 24, 2022

How Custom Pallets Are Made

Custom-designed pallets meet the unique specifications of industries that move oversized, oddly shaped, or specialty products. Here's how the process works.

DIY · Sep 19, 2022

DIY Pallet Decorations for Halloween

Wooden pallets can be upcycled into spooky, budget-friendly Halloween decorations that bring the season home.

DIY · Aug 11, 2022

Back-to-School DIY Pallet Activities

From dorm furniture to enrichment tools for younger kids, recycled pallets are a thrifty and eco-friendly way to gear up for the school year.

Community · Jul 27, 2022

Fun Ways to Get Involved in Your Community

Tri County Pallet loves giving back to the communities we serve. Here are a few Akron-area organizations worth getting behind.

Community · Jun 30, 2022

The Importance of Being a Family/Community-Based Business

Family-owned, community-based businesses strengthen local economies, drive innovation, and stay closely connected to the people they serve.

Recycling · May 26, 2022

Why We Recycle Pallets, and You Should, Too!

Recycling pallets keeps usable wood out of landfills, supports DIY and mulch markets, and is one of the easiest sustainability wins a business can make.

Mulch · Apr 28, 2022

Benefits of Using Mulch

Mulch protects plants, retains moisture, regulates soil temperature, and gives any garden or landscape a clean, finished look.

Sell Pallets · Mar 31, 2022

Why You Should Sell Your Pallets Locally

Selling unused pallets to a local buyer keeps money in your community, supports small business, and is the fastest way to clear out your yard.

Custom Pallets · Feb 28, 2022

Uses for Odd Size Pallets

Odd-size pallets are the right tool for freight that doesn't fit a standard 48x40, and they make great raw material for DIY projects too.

Custom Pallets · Jan 27, 2022

Why Custom Pallet Sizing?

Custom-sized pallets protect your product, prevent shipping damage, and provide proper support across the supply chain.

Operations · Dec 30, 2021

Protecting Your Pallets in the Winter

Cold, frost, snow, and ice all wear down wood pallets. A few simple practices keep your inventory safe through the winter months.

Mulch · Nov 30, 2021

Winter Mulching

Mulching in winter protects plants from temperature swings and prepares your beds for a stronger spring.

DIY · Nov 3, 2021

Repurposing Pallets Into DIY Projects

Wood pallets are perfect raw material for furniture, shelving, planters, and more. Don't let them go to waste.

Sell Pallets · Oct 20, 2021

Where to Sell Your Used or Broken Pallets

TCP buys used and broken pallets across Ohio, western Pennsylvania, and West Virginia — with pickup, repair, and recycling all under one roof.

Pallet Types · Oct 1, 2021

What Is the Difference Between a Pallet and a Skid?

Pallets and skids look similar but are built differently. Knowing the difference helps you pick the right base for your shipping needs.

Operations · Sep 1, 2021

Common Wood Pallet Storage Mistakes

Poor pallet storage causes safety hazards and damage. Here are the most common mistakes — and the easy fixes that prevent them.

Recycling · Aug 2, 2021

Help Save Wood From Ending Up in Landfills With Pallet Recycling

Up to 100 million wood pallets a year end up in landfills. Recycling them keeps usable hardwood in circulation and the industry sustainable.

Pallet Types · Jul 30, 2021

5 Types of Pallets, Explained

From block to stringer to specialty designs, here's a quick guide to the most common pallet types and how to pick the right one.

Sustainability · May 30, 2021

How the Wooden Pallet Industry Is Committed to Sustainability

Wood packaging has the highest recycling rate of any packaging material. Here's how the industry stays committed to sustainable practices.

Mulch · May 30, 2021

Turning Wooden Pallets Into Mulch

Ground-up wooden pallets make some of the best landscape mulch you can buy. Here's how the recycling process works at TCP.

Sell Pallets · May 5, 2021

Our Company Buys Used Wooden Pallets in OH, PA, and WV

TCP buys and recycles used wooden pallets across Northeast Ohio, western Pennsylvania, and parts of West Virginia.

Company · Apr 1, 2021

Tri County Pallet & Mulch Has Just Launched a New Website

TCP's new website makes it easier than ever to learn about our pallet management and wholesale mulch services.

Jockey · Mar 1, 2021

Tri County Pallet & Mulch Offers a New Business Idea

Jockey Central is TCP's new buyback program — a flexible business opportunity for individuals, contractors, and businesses with extra pallets.

Company · Jan 27, 2021

Tri County Pallet & Mulch Rebrands Itself as TCP

Tri County Pallet & Mulch is now TCP — a name that reflects the full range of pallet management services we provide.

Company · Dec 7, 2020

Tri County Pallet: One of the Largest Ohio Wood Pallet Suppliers

With facilities in Akron and Cleveland and a fleet of more than 100 semi-trucks and trailers, TCP serves businesses across Northeast Ohio and beyond.

Heat Treated · Sep 3, 2020

Heat-Treated Pallets for International Shipping

About 80 countries require imported goods to ship on ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets. TCP supplies certified heat-treated pallets across the region.

Sell Pallets · Mar 3, 2020

How to Make Money Selling Used Wooden Pallets

Selling used wooden pallets is a flexible side hustle that can grow into a full business. Here's how to get started with TCP.

Mulch · Apr 5, 2019

Top Mulch Wholesaler in Akron and Cleveland, OH

Tri County Pallet is one of Northeast Ohio's top mulch wholesalers, supplying landscapers and nurseries with fresh, locally produced hardwood mulch.

Recycling · Feb 21, 2019

What to Do with Your Broken Pallets in Northeast Ohio

Broken pallets piling up in your yard? Here's how Tri County Pallet turns them back into cash and clears your dock at the same time.

Sell Pallets · Aug 8, 2018

Looking to Sell Wooden Pallets in Cleveland?

If wooden pallets are taking up space in your Cleveland-area warehouse, Tri County Pallet will haul them away — and pay you for the ones we can use.

Sell Pallets · May 27, 2018

We'll Pay You for Re-Sellable Pallets and Clean Scrap Wood

Tri County Pallet buys both re-sellable wooden pallets and clean scrap wood — turning what your facility throws out into a check.

Mulch · Dec 12, 2017

How We Make Mulch from Wooden Pallets

Mulch is one of the easiest ways to improve a landscape. Here's how Tri County Pallet turns recycled pallets into bagged-quality colored mulch.

About · Dec 12, 2017

How We Build Long-Term Client Relationships

Many of Tri County Pallet's customers have been with us for over 20 years. Here's the approach behind those long-term relationships.

Sustainability · Nov 15, 2017

Pallet Lifecycle: From Cradle to Grave, Wood Is the Best Environmental Choice

From harvest to mulch, the wooden pallet has the lowest environmental footprint of any shipping platform — and Tri County Pallet manages every stage of that lifecycle.

Pallet Management · Nov 13, 2017

The Benefit of Pallet Management with Tri County Pallet

A full pallet management program does more than supply pallets — it improves dock efficiency, reduces waste, and frees your team to focus on the core business.

Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Pallets in Cleveland, Ohio — Your One-Stop Pallet Shop

From standard 48x40 GMAs to custom heavy-duty builds, Tri County Pallet is the single source for every pallet need in the Cleveland area.

Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Recycled Wooden Pallets in Cleveland, Ohio

Recycled wooden pallets from Tri County Pallet cut costs, hit performance specs, and reduce environmental impact — all from a Cleveland-area supplier.

Pallet Management · Sep 8, 2017

Pallets and Pallet Management Services Across Northeast Ohio

Tri County Pallet leads pallets and pallet management services for Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, and the rest of Northeast Ohio.

Sell Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Buying or Selling Pallets in Cleveland? Call Tri County Pallet

Whether you're buying pallets or selling them, Tri County Pallet handles it all from our Akron facility — pickup, repair, recycling, and mulch.

Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Your #1 Source for Wood Pallets in the Cleveland Area

Tri County Pallet is the leading source for wood pallets in Northeast Ohio, with the fleet, inventory, and people to meet any volume.

Heat Treated · Sep 8, 2017

Pallets for Cleveland — Ready to Ship Around the World

Tri County Pallet supplies ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets ready for international shipping, plus standard and custom builds for domestic freight.

Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Save Money on Wooden Recycled Pallets at Tri County Pallet

Recycled pallets from Tri County Pallet cost less than new and perform just as well for most shipping and warehouse applications.

Sell Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Tri County Pallet Opens a New Pallet Drop-Off in Cleveland

A new Cleveland drop-off location makes it even easier for haulers and businesses to bring pallets to Tri County Pallet for cash.

Mulch · Sep 8, 2017

Wood Pallets Transformed Into Mulch

Pallets that reach the end of their useful life don't go to landfill — Tri County Pallet transforms them into colored landscape mulch.

Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Wood or Plastic Pallets — Which Is Stronger and Costs Less?

Wood and plastic pallets each have a place. Here's a quick comparison of strength, cost, and recyclability for typical shipping applications.

Recycling · Sep 8, 2017

Wooden Pallet Recycling and Repair in Cleveland

Tri County Pallet provides wooden pallet recycling and repair services across Cleveland and Northeast Ohio — keeping good pallets in circulation and the rest out of landfill.

Sell Pallets · Sep 8, 2017

Sell Your Wooden Pallets in Cleveland — Get a Free Quote

Have unwanted pallets piling up? Tri County Pallet will pay you for them and pull them out of your facility, often within 24 hours.

Pallet Management · Sep 8, 2017

Pallet Repair and Recycling Will Impact Your Bottom Line

Repairing and recycling pallets isn't just sustainability — it directly improves the bottom line by recovering lost revenue and reducing disposal costs.

Mulch · Sep 1, 2017

Mulch Supplier in Cleveland, Ohio

Tri County Pallet is a year-round bulk mulch supplier serving the Cleveland area — no harmful chemicals, no waiting on out-of-state freight.

Heat Treated · Jan 21, 2015

Heat-Treated Pallets for International Shipping (ISPM #15)

Shipping internationally? ISPM-15 heat-treated pallets are required by most countries. Tri County Pallet supplies certified pallets ready for export.