Do scrap yards take TVs?

Call the specific yard or receiving program and ask whether it accepts the entire TV, including CRT and flat-screen models. Confirm the condition and size requirements and whether a fee applies. Do not break the tube or strip the circuit boards to sell the parts as scrap.

Sources: SA Recycling appliance and material FAQ.

The EPA points people toward electronics-specific receiving options, including manufacturers, retailers and local facilities. Check the receiving site's exact intake rules before loading the television. Remove personal information before donation or recycling, and check whether any batteries require separate recycling. There is no universal free pickup or cash value for electronics.

Sources: EPA electronics donation and recycling; NYC DSNY electronics and e-waste.

NYC prohibits putting TVs and monitors in ordinary trash or recycling. Use an electronics collection route, and check whether the route is for residential or business use because eligibility can differ.

Sources: EPA electronics donation and recycling; NYC DSNY electronics and e-waste.

If the TV is an accepted Dropcurb item and you can place it outside in an accessible location before pickup, Dropcurb handles loading, transportation and disposal. Dropcurb's catalog includes TVs under 42 inches, TVs 42 inches and larger, and tube TVs. Indoor carry-out is not available, so arrange the outdoor staging location and access first; if you need the TV carried from indoors, use a service that includes that labor. Check your item price and available pickup dates before booking.

Sources: Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.