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Free TV and electronics removal in Aurora, CO

Every free and paid way to get rid of a TV or electronics in Aurora, verified October 2026.

Roll-off container loaded with old furniture and household items Checked against City of Aurora

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city trash or bulky service; every home contracts a licensed hauler

Your hauler

schedules bulky pickups for a fee that varies by company

Cleanup events

city-organized neighborhood events a few times a year

Varies

Household hazardous waste and electronics options, varies

Every route for a TV or electronics in Aurora, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Aurora guide covers every other item.

Free TV and electronics removal in Aurora

Here is how each route works in Aurora, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.

Aurora bulky item disposal: TVs and electronics

Not collected

Electronics are banned from Colorado landfills, so no hauler takes them with trash. Best Buy, Staples, and county e-waste programs take them, some free.

Why: Nothing is collected free citywide. Electronics are banned from Colorado landfills.

Read the full Aurora city services guide ›

Household hazardous waste and electronics options: TVs and electronics

Varies

See the city recycling page.

Where: Arapahoe County and Adams County programs; see auroragov.org/recycle

How it works: County HHW programs and e-waste recyclers serve Aurora residents, some free and some for a fee. Check the city's recycling page for the current list.

Recycling opportunities ›

Donation pickup in Aurora (usable TVs and electronics)

Free

Donation programs accept items in good usable condition: clean upholstered furniture without significant tears or stains, working appliances less than 10 years old, mattresses in good condition (subject to program rules), kitchenware, lamps, and most household goods.

Items typically not accepted: damaged or stained furniture, mattresses with bedbug history or significant wear, appliances that don’t work, particle-board furniture in poor condition, cribs (federal safety regulations have changed), and exercise equipment that requires reassembly. Always call the program before scheduling.

See the Aurora donation section ›

Freemoval (free pickups through partner organizations)

Free

Freemoval funds free junk removal and cleanouts for households referred by trusted partner organizations, such as nonprofits, housing programs, and senior services. Families don’t apply directly. A partner submits the request and vouches for the need.

Status in Aurora: Not yet available. Freemoval currently serves metro Atlanta and plans to expand nationwide.

How it works where it operates: One free pickup per household, covering TVs and electronics, furniture, appliances, and bulk household items within standard LoadUp marketplace service. Funded by LoadUp customer round-ups and direct contributions, spent at standard LoadUp rates.

If you run a nonprofit or housing program in Aurora: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.

For partners ›

How Aurora handles TVs and electronics

Aurora, Colorado is the 51st-largest U.S. city and one of the few major cities where the city itself does not provide trash or recycling collection. Aurora requires all residences to have weekly trash service, but residents choose from the city’s licensed private haulers list. Aurora Water does run a citywide HHW pickup program through Waste Management’s At Your Door service: year-round curbside HHW pickup for $10 for Aurora residents (discounted from the $20 standard rate). Pedal Point LifeCycle Solutions partners with the city for electronics recycling events with rotating 2026 dates. Trash containers must be screened from street view per city code. This guide covers every disposal option for City of Aurora residents.

The Aurora rule for TVs and electronics: Electronics are banned from Colorado landfills, so no hauler takes them with trash. Best Buy, Staples, and county e-waste programs take them, some free.

What the city will not take: Nothing is collected free citywide. Electronics are banned from Colorado landfills.

How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Aurora: Trash and Recycling (private hauler system). Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.

Hazardous and regulated components in Aurora. Aurora Water funds an unusually convenient HHW program: year-round curbside pickup of household hazardous waste at $10 for Aurora residents. The contractor is Waste Management under the At Your Door brand.

Why TVs and electronics are different from ordinary bulk. Electronics fall into a unique disposal category: they’re NOT eligible for regular trash in 25+ states (NY, CA, IL, NJ, MA, OR, WA, MN, MI, CT, MD, NC, VA, OK, and others have e-waste laws), but free recycling is widely available through multiple channels.

Prep checklist before pickup day in Aurora

Three mistakes that get TVs and electronics left at the curb:

  • Don’t throw electronics in regular trash. Banned in 25+ states. Fines can reach $500+ per violation. Free recycling is available almost everywhere.
  • Don’t skip Best Buy. The most universal free recycling channel in the U.S. (1,000+ locations, accepts most electronics). Always check Best Buy before paying for electronic disposal.
  • Don’t forget data wiping. Hard drives in computers, laptops, and even many printers contain personal data. Wipe drives before recycling, or use a service like Best Buy that does free data destruction.

When free options don’t fit (large CRT TVs, multiple items at once, can’t self-haul):

LoadUp paid TV or electronics pickup

$80+

For Aurora households needing in-home pickup, items beyond your hauler’s bulk policy, or service when crew labor is needed (heavy items, multiple-piece sets), LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Denver metro for upfront-priced pickup.

What’s included: Loading, hauling, and licensed disposal of your TV or electronics. No prep needed beyond pointing out what goes.

Pricing: Starts around $80 for a single item; full-truck pickups range from $300 to $600 depending on volume.

If you can pay for a pickup, your booking helps fund free pickups for someone else. Every paid LoadUp customer can opt in to round up at checkout, and 100% of round-ups go directly to Freemoval’s subsidized jobs.

Book TV or electronics pickup in Aurora with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.

TV and electronics rules in nearby cities

Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Aurora proper, start with the guide for your own city:

El Paso County HHW Facility (719-520-7878) accepts e-waste. Best Buy free recycling. Note: SOCO Waste does not accept electronics in service.
NOT accepted in Large Item Pickup. Best Buy offers free electronics recycling. Denver hosts periodic e-waste drop-off events, check denvergov.org. Putting…
Not accepted in trash, recycling, or curbside large item pickup. Summit County Reworks (summitreworks.com) or Best Buy free electronics recycling. Ohio EPA…
Call 311 for free curbside TV pickup OR drop off at Eagle Rock Convenience Center (e-waste fees apply at Center).
Not accepted in trash, recycling, or curbside bulk under PA state law (Covered Device Recycling Act). Drop-off by appointment at 641 S 10th St, call (610)…
North OC HHW Facility (1071 N. Blue Gum St, Anaheim, 714-834-6752). Best Buy free recycling. CA e-waste law applies.

Related guides: the complete Aurora junk removal guide (every item type, city services, hazardous waste, and how to report dumping) and the national tv and electronics disposal guide with rules for all 117 cities we cover.

Other free removal guides for Aurora: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.

Common questions about TV and electronics removal in Aurora

Does Aurora pick up TVs and electronics for free?

No. Retailer take-back or a county e-waste program.

Where can I donate a TV or electronics in Aurora?

Donation programs accept items in good usable condition: clean upholstered furniture without significant tears or stains, working appliances less than 10 years old, mattresses in good condition (subject to program rules), kitchenware, lamps, and most household goods.

How much does paid TV and electronics removal cost in Aurora?

Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single TV or electronics pickup in Aurora starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Aurora households needing in-home pickup, items beyond your hauler’s bulk policy, or service when crew labor is needed (heavy items, multiple-piece sets), LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Denver metro for upfront-priced pickup.

What’s the simplest way to recycle electronics?

Best Buy in-store recycling. 1,000+ U.S. locations, accepts most electronics free at the customer service desk (limit 3 items per household per day). Computers, laptops, monitors under 32 inches, printers, small electronics, batteries, ink cartridges, and cables are free. CRT TVs and TVs over 32 inches: $30 fee each. No appointment needed.

Can I throw a TV in regular trash?

In most U.S. states, no. 25+ states (NY, CA, IL, NJ, MA, OR, WA, MN, MI, CT, MD, NC, VA, OK, and others) have e-waste laws that ban TVs from regular trash. Even in states without e-waste laws, most cities ban TVs from regular bulk pickup. Free TV recycling is available through Best Buy ($30 for CRT or over 32 in), state e-waste programs, and city drop-off sites.

How do I wipe my hard drive before recycling a computer?

Three options: (1) Software wipe, download free DBAN (Darik’s Boot and Nuke) or use built-in OS tools (Windows: Reset PC with “remove everything” + clean drive; Mac: Erase Assistant in System Settings). (2) Physical destruction, remove the hard drive and physically destroy it (drill holes, hammer). (3) Best Buy free data destruction service, included with electronics drop-off. Option 3 is easiest if you’re using Best Buy for disposal anyway.

Why are CRT TVs more expensive to recycle?

CRT (cathode ray tube) TVs contain 4 to 8 lbs of leaded glass per tube, plus phosphors and other heavy metals. Modern flat-screen TVs are dramatically less hazardous and cheaper to recycle. CRT recyclers must handle the leaded glass through specialized facilities, which costs $20 to $50 per TV. Retailer recycling fees ($30 at Best Buy) and city drop-off fees ($10 to $30) cover this cost. State e-waste programs (NY, CA, IL, others) absorb the cost through manufacturer fees on new electronics.

Is this Aurora page maintained?

Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Aurora guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.

Fund a free pickup in Aurora

Help cover someone else’s haul.

Most LoadUp customers fund Freemoval pickups by rounding up at checkout. If you’re not booking a paid pickup yourself but want to help, you can contribute directly, pooled with other donations to fund subsidized pickups in Aurora at standard market rates, the same rates LoadUp charges any paying customer.

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Freemoval is a social impact program of LoadUp Technologies, LLC. Contributions are not tax-deductible. 100% of contributions fund pickups at standard market rates, the same rates LoadUp charges any paying customer. No separate fundraising overhead is deducted from donations.