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Every free and paid way to get rid of a TV or electronics in Rochester, verified October 2026.
Checked against City of Rochester
Weekly
bulk refuse collected with your regular refuse, no appointment
6:30 a.m.
out between the sidewalk and curb on your refuse day
Free
electronics and household hazardous waste at the Monroe County ecopark
Every route for a TV or electronics in Rochester, checked in October 2026 against the city’s current rules and the drop-off sites named. The full Rochester guide covers every other item.
Here is how each route works in Rochester, starting with the city program and ending with paid pickup.
Rochester bulk refuse on your regular collection day: TVs and electronics
Not collectedNew York bans electronics from the trash and the city does not collect them. The Monroe County ecopark takes TVs and computers free.
Why: Electronics (banned from New York trash; free at the Monroe County ecopark), tires, construction debris, and household hazardous waste.
Monroe County ecopark: TVs and electronics
FreeElectronics accepted.
Where: 10 Avion Dr, Rochester, NY 14624
How it works: Free for Monroe County residents: electronics, household hazardous waste (by appointment), tires (limited, fee may apply), and hard-to-recycle items. Check current hours and the accepted list.
Donation pickup in Rochester (usable TVs and electronics)
FreeSalvation Army Rochester, free pickup for usable furniture and large items. Schedule at satruck.org.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Rochester ReStore, accepts furniture, appliances, and building materials. Free pickup for qualifying donations.
Freemoval (free pickups through partner organizations)
FreeFreemoval 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 Rochester: 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 Rochester: you can start the conversation now through the For partners page.
Rochester, NY offers one of the simplest bulk waste systems of any major Northeast city: bulk items go out on your regular weekly refuse day, no appointment, no sticker, no fee, no annual limit. Furniture, mattresses, appliances, yard trimmings, bundled branches, even tires (residential only) are all accepted curbside. The main exception is electronics, which are banned from curbside by New York State e-waste law and must go to the Monroe County ecopark. This guide covers every disposal option for Rochester city residents.
The Rochester rule for TVs and electronics: New York bans electronics from the trash and the city does not collect them. The Monroe County ecopark takes TVs and computers free.
What the city will not take: Electronics (banned from New York trash; free at the Monroe County ecopark), tires, construction debris, and household hazardous waste.
How we checked this. The rules on this page were verified in October 2026 against: City of Rochester DES: Residential refuse collection information, City of Rochester: Refuse rules and enforcement FAQ (bulk refuse). Programs change; confirm fees and limits before you go.
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.
Three mistakes that get TVs and electronics left at the curb:
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 Rochester households who need same-day or in-home pickup, need crew labor, or want faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Rochester area 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 Rochester with LoadUp → Round-up option appears at checkout. Optional, opt-in only.
Rules change at city limits. If you are outside Rochester proper, start with the guide for your own city:
Related guides: the complete Rochester 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 Rochester: mattress, couch, refrigerator, washer and dryer, furniture, dresser, bed frame and box spring, dishwasher.
Does Rochester pick up TVs and electronics for free?
No. Free at the Monroe County ecopark.
Where can I donate a TV or electronics in Rochester?
Salvation Army Rochester, free pickup for usable furniture and large items. Schedule at satruck.org.
How much does paid TV and electronics removal cost in Rochester?
Through the LoadUp marketplace, a single TV or electronics pickup in Rochester starts around $80 to $100 with upfront pricing, and full-truck loads run $300 to $600 depending on volume. For Rochester households who need same-day or in-home pickup, need crew labor, or want faster service than city programs allow, LoadUp connects you with independent loaders in the Rochester area 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 Rochester page maintained?
Yes. Freemoval maintains this page as a public resource alongside the full Rochester guide. We update it when programs change rules, fees, or contact methods. Last updated October 2026. If you find outdated information, let us know.