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TV Removal in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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 Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia?

  • 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 Philadelphia pick up tvs?

Junk removal in Philadelphia, PA starts at $79 with Dropcurb. The city offers free bulk collection — schedule through 311 for up to 4 items per appointment, or place up to 2 large items curbside per week. But with 1.5 million residents, appointment slots fill fast.

City program details: Philadelphia Residential Bulk Collection Program. Schedule through 311 or phila.gov. Up to 4 items per appointment. Available for single-family and multi-family up to 6 units. Regular curbside allows 2 large items per week. Free. Place items at normal collection point evening before pickup (no earlier than 5 PM fall/winter, 7 PM spring/summer). Six Sanitation Convenience Centers across the city for free residential drop-off. Center City and South Philadelphia pilot zones get twice-weekly trash. Recycling is weekly on first trash day.

Philadelphia's Streets Department collects 610,000+ tons of trash annually. Bulk collection: up to 4 items per 311 appointment, plus regular curbside allows 2 large items/week placed out no earlier than 5 PM (fall/winter) or 7 PM (spring/summer). Center City and South Philadelphia pilot zones get twice-weekly trash collection. Six Sanitation Convenience Centers for free residential drop-off. Average junk removal cost: $231-$242 per Homeyou, with hourly rates of $35-$58 from local services. Main Line Junk Removal charges $125-$600+. EZ CleanUp: $150 for 1/8 truckload to $649 full truckload. Cheap Junk Removal Philly: $0.85/cubic foot. JunkStart: $78 base + $0.68/lb. LoadUp: $79/item plus service area fee. 1-800-GOT-JUNK: $150-$600+ with mandatory in-home estimate.

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

1.5 million residents, 4-item appointment limit, and 311 wait times.

Philadelphia allows 2 large items per week curbside and 4 items per 311 bulk appointment — but with 1.5 million residents competing for slots, appointment waits stretch. Fishtown move-outs, Society Hill renovations, and University City student departures all funnel through the same system. The city collects 610,000+ tons annually, and the system shows it.

4 items

Max per bulk appointment

1,576,251

Residents sharing the system

6 centers

Sanitation Convenience Centers

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 Philadelphia residents choose Dropcurb for tv removal

Philadelphia's 4-item appointment limit and 2-item weekly curbside cap means a real cleanout takes weeks. Dropcurb starts at $79 per item, same-day, no 311 wait. Cheaper than EZ CleanUp's $150 minimum, simpler than JunkStart's per-pound math, and no in-home estimate like 1-800-GOT-JUNK. In a city averaging $231-$242 for junk removal, Dropcurb is the budget-friendly option.

Serving Center City, Northern Liberties, Fishtown, Society Hill, South Philadelphia, University City, and 3 more neighborhoods in Philadelphia.

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