Options for television recycling
Drop Off Locations
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Goodwill Drop off computers, laptops, televisions, networking equipment, and cell phones, working or not, at any Goodwill Donation Center free of charge. Goodwill will sort the electronics for reuse and recycling. Usable electronics will be data cleansed, refurbished and loaded with a legal operating system for resale in Goodwill stores. Older electronics will be de-manufactured and recycled. Visit www.sfgoodwill.org for Donation Center locations.
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St. Vincent de Paul Accepts almost all electronics, working or not, at their stores in San Mateo County. There is no charge. Does not accept small electronics such as cooking items and lamps.
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Other Thrift Shops and Charitable Organizations Generally, these organizations will accept computers that are less than 5 years old and in good condition. Many will also take other electronics in good working condition. For donation options, download the Re-Use Guide (PDF) and look under the "computer equipment" column. Be sure to call before taking items in because electronics acceptance policies often change.
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Transfer Stations Six transfer stations in San Mateo County accept electronics for recycling. None of the electronics brought to transfer stations are refurbished for reuse –all are de-manufactured and recycled. Fees may be charged for monitors and televisions. The fee depends upon size and ranges from $10 to approximately $40, but can be higher in the case of the largest televisions. There is generally no cost for recycling other electronic equipment such as fax machines, printers, wiring, VCRs, etc. Download this list of transfer stations (PDF) for hours and location.
- Other Electronics Recycling Options For a comprehensive list of electronics recycling and reuse options, use the Recycling Center Search Database and search under the "electronics" category.
Pickup Options
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Allied Waste of San Mateo County provides limited free pickup for customers as part of its bulky pickup program. Allied Waste customers should call 650-592-2411 or visit their website and send an email to schedule a pickup.
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St. Vincent de Paul picks up equipment within the County whether working or not, with no charge; accepts most electronics. Call (650) 871-6844.
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Goodwill picks up for free from businesses with over 20 computers, and charges a small fee to pick up less than 20 computers. Data destruction guaranteed. Call 415-575-2150 to schedule a pickup.
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County of San Mateo Human Services Agency accepts complete computers six years old or less with working components only. Equipment will be donated to needy families. Items can also be dropped off in Daly City and Belmont. Contact (650) 599-3808.
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The Computer Recycling Center will pick up from businesses with over 10 items (laptop/computer/monitor/printer). There may be a small fee for pickup based on the type of equipment, quantity, and location. Visit www.crc.org to fill out a request form.
- For other Pickup Options, use the Recycling Center Search Database Advanced Search search under the electronics category and click "pick-up" under "services."
Best Buy Stores Accepting Electronics for Recycling
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Consumers can bring up to two (2) units per day, per household, for recycling at local Best Buy stores, listed below. Best Buy will accept:
The following items are not accepted through this program:
Local Stores
Colma
San Bruno
San Carlos
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