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TV Removal in Boston, Massachusetts

Starting at $79. Additional items from $19.

TV disposal options include free e-waste drop-off events, retailer take-back, self-haul recycling, and same-day curbside pickup through Dropcurb.

Same-day pickup available — book by 12pm for today's window

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How tv removal works in Boston

1

Curb it

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

2

Book it

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

3

Gone

A local insured hauler picks it up same-day in Boston. You get a text when it's done.

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

How much does tv removal cost in Boston?

TV removal is $99 with Dropcurb, including certified e-waste handling.

$99

Flat rate · No hidden fees · Price guaranteed

Pickup fee$79
First tvIncluded
E-waste recycling fee+$20
Each additional tv+$19 + $20
Book tv pickup — $99

✓ Price guaranteed before you book. No surprises, no hidden fees.

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

5 ways to get rid of a tv in Boston

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

MethodCostSpeedEffortBest for
City e-waste eventFreeMonthly/quarterlyAttend scheduled event and transport TV yourself.You can wait for event dates
Retailer take-backFree–$30Same dayDrop off at eligible retailer locations.Small to mid-size TVs with nearby store access
Self-haul recycler$0–$30Same dayDrive to certified recycler and unload.You have transport
Traditional junk crew$150–$400+1–3 daysIn-home estimate and larger service window.Indoor carry-out needs
Dropcurb$99Same dayPlace at curb and book online.Fast, no-trip pickup

How to prepare your tv for pickup

  • Place TV at curb in a stable upright position. If possible, tape cords to the back.
  • ✓ Place at curb, driveway, or alley
  • ✓ No need to be home

When do you need tv removal in Boston?

  • Replacing an old flat-screen TV
  • Move-out cleanup with old electronics
  • Broken TV taking up space in garage
  • Office AV upgrade with old display disposal

Does Boston pick up tvs?

Junk removal in Boston starts at $79 with Dropcurb — same-day curbside pickup with no appointment limits. Boston's free Special Collection Items service through BOS:311 caps residents at 10 items per year (5 per appointment), and the city refuses fridges/freezers with doors still attached.

City program details: Boston Special Collection Items via BOS:311 — free for residents. Limited to 10 items per calendar year, up to 5 items per appointment. Schedule through the BOS:311 app or by calling 311. City will NOT collect fridges/freezers with doors attached or food inside. Items in good condition should be donated. Yard waste collected during scheduled seasonal weeks.

Boston's Special Collection Items is free via BOS:311 but limited to 10 items per calendar year and 5 items per appointment. The city won't collect fridges/freezers with doors attached or food inside. Note: regular furniture CAN go out with normal curbside trash on your collection day — mattresses need scheduling through 311. Classic Cleanouts starts at $125 with free on-site estimates. The Junkluggers of Greater Boston offers free on-site estimates with volume-based pricing. Mass Junk offers a 10% senior/veteran discount and serves a 25-mile radius from Boston. Junk King Boston offers free estimates at (617) 318-6888. LoadUp starts at $79 per item. Average Boston junk removal costs $237-$248 according to Homeyou (5,766 local projects). 1-800-GOT-JUNK charges $150-$600+ with mandatory in-person estimates.

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

10 items per year. That's Boston's entire free disposal budget.

BOS:311 Special Collection Items is free but caps you at 10 items per year and 5 per appointment. For a city of 696,000 with constant student turnover (September 1st "Allston Christmas"), that limit disappears fast. And they won't even take your fridge if the door is still on.

10 items/year

BOS:311 annual limit

5 per appt

Maximum items per appointment

696K

Residents sharing the system

What happens to your tv after pickup

TVs are routed to certified e-waste processors. Screen glass, metals, circuit boards, and plastics are separated for proper recycling. CRT units are handled with lead-safe processing.

Why Boston residents choose Dropcurb for tv removal

Dropcurb's $79 flat rate has no annual item limits — unlike Boston's 10-item-per-year cap through BOS:311. Same-day pickup from Back Bay to Dorchester, no scheduling appointments, and we take fridges with doors attached. Book online in 60 seconds.

Serving Back Bay, Beacon Hill, North End, South End, Jamaica Plain, South Boston, and 4 more neighborhoods in Boston.

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