How much does e-waste disposal cost in Rochester?

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 Rochester, New York

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 Rochester

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

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How much does electronics removal cost in Rochester?

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 Rochester

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 Rochester?

• 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 Rochester pick up electronics?

Junk removal in Rochester, NY starts at $79 with Dropcurb. The city collects refuse weekly and offers on-demand bulky item pickup through 311, but seasonal backlogs can push waits to 2-3 weeks during peak moving months.

City program details: Rochester offers weekly refuse collection with on-demand bulky item pickup via 311 or the city website. White Trash Disposal & Recycling handles weekly collection with bulk/special pickup options. Monroe County operates the Mill Seat Landfill and ecopark for residential drop-offs (no bagged garbage at ecopark). The High Acres Landfill (Waste Management) serves the greater Rochester region.

Rochester's DPW handles weekly refuse but bulky items require a separate 311 request (call 585-428-5990 outside city limits) with seasonal wait times. Bins must be at the curb by 6:30 AM on collection day. Monroe County Ecopark accepts specialty recycling and hazardous waste for free — electronics recycling is FREE with no appointment needed, and it is illegal to dispose of electronics curbside per Monroe County law. Ecopark charges $5-$40 per tire (fees increased 1/1/2026, limit 4 tires per visit) and fees for Freon appliances, but does NOT accept bagged garbage, construction waste, carpet, or pool liners. Ecopark hours: Wednesday 1:00 PM-6:30 PM, Saturday 7:30 AM-1:00 PM. A Plus Junk Removal (rochesternyjunkremoval.com, 585-747-9342) starts at $129 for a single pickup ($149 king mattress), $299 for a quarter-truck, roll-off dumpsters $300-350 plus $80/ton over 1 ton. Full Service Junk Removal (585-750-6914) offers fast free quotes via call or text. Junk King Rochester offers text-a-photo estimates. RPM Cleanouts is a top-rated local cleanout specialist. Remove and Go is well-reviewed for full cleanouts — recommended by locals on Reddit. Labor Gods Cleanout & Junk Removal is well-reviewed for full cleanouts. Average Rochester junk removal costs $225-236 per job per Homeyou (2,341 local projects, Feb 2026 data). 1-800-GOT-JUNK charges $150-$600+. LoadUp starts at $79 per item plus service area fee.

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

Rochester's 311 bulky pickup works — when it works.

The city's on-demand system sounds great until peak season hits and waits stretch to weeks. With 210,000 residents and harsh winters creating seasonal surges, Rochester's system gets overwhelmed exactly when you need it most — spring cleanouts, summer moves, fall decluttering.

2-3 weeks

Peak season wait times

210K

Residents sharing the system

99 inches

Average annual snowfall

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 Rochester residents choose Dropcurb for electronics removal

Dropcurb's $79 per item beats calling 311 and waiting for city scheduling. Even A Plus Junk Removal's $129 single-item minimum costs more, and their quarter-truck runs $299. 1-800-GOT-JUNK starts at $150+. Book online, leave it at the curb, done.

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