How much does e-waste disposal cost in Washington?

E-waste pickup starts at $99 ($79 pickup fee + $20 e-waste recycling fee). Additional electronics are +$39 each ($19 add-on + $20 recycling fee).

What electronics do you pick up?

TVs, monitors, computers, printers, game consoles, stereos, and other consumer electronics. We do not pick up loose batteries or industrial equipment.

Our recycling partners follow certified data destruction protocols. Hard drives and storage media are physically destroyed during the recycling process.

Can I put electronics in regular trash?

In most cities, no. Electronics contain hazardous materials that require proper recycling. Dropcurb ensures your e-waste is handled at certified facilities.

Do you pick up old CRT TVs?

Yes. CRT TVs contain lead and must be recycled properly — they can't go in regular trash in most cities. CRT TVs of any size are $99. Place at the curb and our hauler handles the rest.

Can I drop off just one old laptop or small item?

Yes, but the $79 pickup fee applies regardless of item size. For a single small item like a laptop, you may save money at a Best Buy or Staples drop-off (free for small electronics). Dropcurb makes more sense when you have multiple items or larger electronics like TVs and monitors.

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E-Waste Disposal in Washington, District of Columbia

Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.

You cannot throw TVs, monitors, computers, or other electronics in the regular trash in most cities — they contain lead, mercury, and other hazardous materials that require certified recycling. Your options for TV removal and e-waste disposal: city e-waste drop-off events (free but infrequent), retailer take-back programs (free for small items), self-haul to a recycling center (free–$30), curbside pickup through Dropcurb ($99, same day), or traditional junk removal ($150–400+).

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How electronics removal works in Washington

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Place your electronics at the curb, driveway, or alley. No wrapping, no disassembly.

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Select your item, see the exact price ($99), and pick your day. 60 seconds.

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No strangers in your home. No scheduling a 4-hour window. No being home.

How much does electronics removal cost in Washington?

E-waste disposal costs $99 through Dropcurb — that's the $79 pickup fee plus a $20 e-waste recycling fee. Each additional electronic item is +$39 ($19 add-on + $20 recycling). A TV of any size costs $99. Computer monitors cost $99. City recycling events are free but infrequent. Retailer take-back is free for small items but most won't accept large TVs. Traditional junk removal charges $150–$400+ for electronics pickup.

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Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, LoadUp): $150–$600+

5 ways to get rid of electronics in Washington

Compared by cost, speed, and effort — pick the right option for your situation.

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for

City e-waste collection eventFreeMonthly to quarterlyDrive to a designated drop-off site during scheduled hours. Events are typically once a month or less. Limited to household quantities.You can wait for the next event and have a way to transport items

Retailer take-back (Best Buy, Staples)Free (small items)Same dayDrop off at the store. Most retailers only accept small electronics — no TVs over 32". Limit of 3 items per household per day at some locations.You have small electronics like laptops, phones, or small monitors

Self-haul to recycling centerFree–$30Same dayFind a certified e-waste recycler. Load items into your car. Some facilities charge a fee for TVs and monitors.You have a car and a nearby certified recycler

Traditional junk removal (1-800-GOT-JUNK, etc.)$150–400+2–3 daysMust be home for estimate. Crew enters your home. Volume-based pricing — you pay for truck space even for small items.You have a large volume of mixed e-waste and other junk

Dropcurb$99Same dayPlace electronics at the curb in a box or as-is. Book online in 60 seconds. $20 e-waste recycling fee included. Data destruction handled by certified partners.You want it gone today without leaving home

How to prepare your electronics for pickup

✓ Place electronics in a box or on the curb. Remove batteries from laptops if possible. No need to wipe data — our recycling partners handle data destruction.
✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
✓ No need to be home

When do you need electronics removal in Washington?

• Upgrading to a new TV and need the old one gone
• Office cleanout with old monitors and computers
• Broken electronics cluttering up the garage
• Estate cleanout with mixed electronics

Does Washington pick up electronics?

Junk removal in Washington, DC starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup, no on-site estimates. DC's DPW offers free bulk trash collection by appointment through 311 or 311.dc.gov. Items must be placed out between 6:30 PM the night before and 6 AM on pickup day.

City program details: DC DPW Bulk Trash Collection — schedule through 311 or 311.dc.gov. Free for eligible residential households. Place items out no earlier than 6:30 PM the day before, no later than 6 AM on appointment day. Most households follow once-a-week trash collection. DPW office hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at 899 North Capitol St NE. Phone: (202) 673-6833.

DC DPW collects large, bulky items by appointment from eligible residential households. Schedule through 311 or 311.dc.gov — placement rules: no earlier than 6:30 PM the day before, no later than 6 AM on appointment day. DPW office: 899 North Capitol St NE, (202) 673-6833, Mon-Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Fort Totten Transfer Station accepts self-haul loads with limited hours — Benning Road Transfer Station remains temporarily closed. DMV area junk removal averages $75-$375 per HomeAdvisor. LoadUp starts at $60/item in DC — the lowest single-item rate among major players. College HUNKS Hauling Junk serves DC/MD/VA with upfront quotes and full-service removal. Mike's Hauling Service: volume-based, all-inclusive pricing — snap a photo for a text quote. Junk King Washington DC: oversized trucks, volume pricing, eco-friendly focus. 1-800-GOT-JUNK: $150-$600+ with mandatory in-home estimate. DC's high concentration of apartments, row houses, and condos means tight stairs and narrow hallways — most traditional haulers charge extra for walk-up fees. Georgetown, Capitol Hill, and Dupont Circle have strict HOA and historical district rules about curbside placement.

Dropcurb picks up electronics same-day in Washington for $99 flat — no wait, no annual limits, no restrictions.

DC's free bulk pickup has a 6:30 PM–6 AM placement window. Miss it, reschedule.

DPW bulk collection requires a 311 appointment and items placed between 6:30 PM the night before and 6 AM on pickup day. Put items out too early and risk a fine. In row house neighborhoods like Capitol Hill, Georgetown, and Shaw, strict HOA and historical district rules add another layer. Fort Totten Transfer Station closes at 2 PM, ruling out self-haul for anyone with a day job.

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What happens to your electronics after pickup

Electronics are recycled at R2- or e-Stewards-certified e-waste facilities. Devices are disassembled and sorted: circuit boards are processed for gold, silver, copper, and palladium recovery. Screens are separated for glass and lead processing. Plastics are shredded and recycled. Hard drives, SSDs, and other storage media are physically destroyed (shredded or degaussed) to ensure complete data destruction — no data leaves the facility intact. The $20 e-waste recycling fee covers the cost of certified handling and hazardous material processing.

Why Washington residents choose Dropcurb for electronics removal

DC's 311 bulk pickup is free but requires advance scheduling and strict placement windows. Fort Totten Transfer Station closes at 2 PM — useless if you work 9-5. Traditional haulers average $150-$375 in the DMV. Dropcurb starts at $79, same-day, no placement window restrictions. LoadUp matches at $60/item but Dropcurb's curbside-only model means no walk-up fees in DC's row house neighborhoods.

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