Televisions

Do not put televisions and other electronics in your curbside recycling.

In Ohio, there is no ban on placing televisions and electronics in the regular trash, but recycling options are available. 

If you choose not to recycle your television, it can be placed in the regular trash for disposal. Check with your city service department or waste hauler for details about bulk waste collection. Depending on the size of the item, you may be required to take your television to a waste transfer station for disposal.

Year-Round Recycling Options

Best Buy stores will recycle tube TVs (31" or smaller), flat panel TVs (LCD, plasma, LED, smaller than 49"), and portable TVs for a small fee per item. Many other types of electronic equipment are free. There is a limit of two TVs per household per day. Best Buy also offers a haul-away service for larger items. See details. 

Secure ITADS in Solon accepts televisions for recycling and charges by the pound. See details. Call for hours and pricing.

Special Collection Events

Seasonally, the Solid Waste District holds special collection events for Cuyahoga County residents to recycle televisions. There may be a fee for this service. Solid Waste District TV collection events are typically held in the spring and fall. Collection events for 2026 will be held on March 7 and October 17. The number of TVs we can accept during the event is limited by transportation space; registration is required. Registration opens 30 days before the scheduled event.

In 2026, the Cleveland Zoological Society will host an electronics collection event, including flat-screen televisions, on April 22. See details.

Other Electronics

Learn more about recycling computers and electronics, cell phones, and communication devices.

Businesses with TVs or other electronics can recycle the items through local specialized companies. For options, see the list of Business Locations below.

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Looking to recycle, donate, or dispose of other items? Use the dark blue 'What Do I Do With?' search bar at the top of every page of this website. Allow location services or use the city drop-down to find opportunities in your local area.