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E-Waste Disposal in Scranton, Pennsylvania

$79 Flat Rate for Single Items

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 Scranton

1

Curb it

Place your electronics 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 Scranton. 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 electronics removal cost in Scranton?

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.

$99

Flat rate · No hidden fees · Price guaranteed

Pickup fee$79
First electronicsIncluded
E-waste recycling fee+$20
Each additional electronics+$19 + $20
Book electronics 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 electronics in Scranton

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 Scranton?

  • 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 Scranton pick up electronics?

Scranton DPW Bulk Waste operates monthly with 3-5 week waits for $22 per pickup. The reasonable fee comes with over a month of delay that undermines its value.

City program details: Scranton DPW Bulk Waste. Frequency: monthly. Wait: 3-5 weeks. Fees: $22 per pickup

Monthly collection creates long waits, while Northeast Waste-Scranton charges $12-30 per load for self-hauling. 1-800-GOT-JUNK provides faster service at $150-$600+. Local haulers charge $100-$350 with quality varying across North Scranton and South Side neighborhoods.

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

Scranton DPW: $22 fee, 5-week reality check.

Over a month of waiting makes affordable city pricing meaningless when you need space back now. Scranton's monthly schedule works for planned projects, not immediate furniture removal needs.

100+ years

average home age in many neighborhoods

3 levels

typical storage in homes (basement, main, attic)

Limited

current city bulk pickup capacity

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 Scranton residents choose Dropcurb for electronics removal

$79 beats Scranton's month-long waits for West Side and Hill Section residents. Skip the truck rental for Northeast Waste trips and avoid 1-800-GOT-JUNK's premium pricing.

Serving North Scranton, South Side, West Side, East Mountain, Hill Section, Pine Brook, and 2 more neighborhoods in Scranton.

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