To recycle an old TV in North Carolina, take it to a county electronics recycling drop-off, use a manufacturer or retailer take-back program, or schedule an e-waste pickup. Don't put it out with regular household collection. North Carolina has banned televisions and computer equipment from regular disposal since 2011, because electronics contain metals and materials that need to be handled responsibly. Junk A Haulics picks up TVs, computers and other electronics across Raleigh, Cary, Sanford and the Sandhills and gets them to proper e-waste recycling.
Last updated: November 2026
Why can't TVs go out with the regular household pickup?
Under North Carolina's electronics management program, overseen by the NC Department of Environmental Quality, televisions and computer equipment are banned from regular disposal. Older tube TVs and monitors contain lead in the glass, and many electronics contain metals and circuit boards that can be recovered. Recycling keeps those materials out of soil and water and puts valuable metals back into use.
What are your options for recycling electronics?
- County drop-off sites: most North Carolina counties run an electronics recycling drop-off at their convenience centers. Check your county's solid waste page for locations and hours.
- Retailer and manufacturer take-back: some stores and brands accept certain electronics. Rules and fees vary.
- E-waste pickup: the easiest choice for big, heavy or multiple items, especially old tube TVs that can weigh 100+ pounds.
What should you do before recycling a computer or phone?
- Back up anything you want to keep.
- Sign out of accounts and do a factory reset.
- Remove or wipe hard drives if the device stored personal or business data.
- Pull out memory cards, SIM cards and discs.
The U.S. EPA also publishes guidance on electronics donation and recycling.
Why is now a good time to clear out old electronics?
New TVs, laptops and gaming systems come home in November and December, and the old ones usually end up in a closet or garage. Clearing them out before the holidays frees up space for guests and decorations. With cooler fall weather, highs in the 60s°F across central North Carolina in November, it's also comfortable time to finally tackle the garage. See our guide on disposing of an old refrigerator if appliances are in the mix too.
Junk A Haulics has served Sanford, Raleigh and the surrounding communities since 2017, with a focus on responsible, eco-friendly disposal. See our e-waste disposal service and our TV and electronics disposal service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take old tube TVs?
Yes. We take old tube TVs and console TVs, which are often too heavy to move yourself, plus flat screens, monitors and projection TVs.
What other electronics do you take?
Computers, laptops, printers, stereos, gaming systems, cables, small kitchen electronics and more.
Can businesses schedule an electronics cleanout?
Yes. We handle office electronics cleanouts for businesses, schools and property managers.
Closet full of old electronics? Text Us a Photo for an Instant Quote at (910) 403-3616 or book online.