TV removal and recycling.
Flat screens, old tube TVs, projection sets and the entertainment centers that held them, carried out and sent to electronics recyclers.
How it works
Three steps. No heavy lifting.
Tell us what's going, pick a time, and the crew hauls your old TV to recyclers.
Tell us about the TV
Flat screen, tube or projection, plus any stand or cabinet.
Pick a pickup time
Same-day in most areas when you book early. In-home or curbside.
Recycled, not dumped
The crew sends it to electronics recyclers.
What's included
Old TV haul away made simple
Old televisions are surprisingly hard to get rid of. Tube TVs can weigh well over 100 pounds, big-screen projection sets barely fit through doors, and most trash programs won't take electronics at all. JunkHaulAwayPros carries them out and sends them to recyclers who handle them properly.
- Any size or age. Small kitchen TVs to 85-inch flat screens and console sets.
- Carried carefully. Screens are protected so glass doesn't break inside your home.
- Stands and cabinets. Entertainment centers, armoires and wall shelves go too.
- Electronics recycling. TVs go to recyclers, not the landfill.
Wall-mounted TVs should be taken down before pickup, and the crew can haul the mount along with it. Cables, remotes, DVD players and old game consoles can all go in the same pickup.
Every kind of television
Flat screens, tubes and everything in between
Working or broken, cracked screen or not, the crew can take it. LCD, LED, plasma, OLED and CRT TVs are all accepted, along with the furniture and electronics that go with them.
Flat-screen TVs
LCD, LED, OLED and QLED sets of any size.
Tube TVs
Heavy CRT televisions and old console sets.
Plasma TVs
Heavy, older flat panels with thick glass.
Projection TVs
Big rear-projection sets carried by two people.
Entertainment centers
Wall units, TV stands and armoires.
Wall mounts
Brackets and arms once they're off the wall.
Home theater gear
Speakers, receivers, soundbars and subwoofers.
Media players
DVD and Blu-ray players, VCRs and old consoles.
Cleaning out the media room? Add old speakers, cables, game systems and that DVD collection to the same pickup.
Common reasons
Why people book television disposal
Old TVs have a way of moving from the living room to the basement and staying there for years. Here's when people usually call.
New TV upgrade
A bigger, thinner screen arrives and the old one has nowhere to go.
Tube TV in the basement
Heavy CRTs left behind by previous owners or stored for years.
Cracked or dead screen
Panel repairs often cost more than a new TV.
Moving or downsizing
Big TVs and media cabinets are hard to pack and move.
Estate cleanouts
Older homes often have several TVs from different decades.
Rental or office cleanup
Landlords and businesses clear out outdated screens.
A closer look
Why TVs are hard to throw away
Televisions are one of the most common items left behind in basements, garages and spare rooms. Part of the reason is size and weight, especially with old tube TVs and projection sets. The bigger reason is that many places simply won’t accept them, so people hold on to them until they find a solution.
Older CRT televisions contain leaded glass, and modern flat screens include circuit boards, metals and other components that need proper handling. Many states have laws that keep electronics out of landfills, and trash haulers often refuse them. Retail take-back programs exist, but they may charge fees or limit screen sizes.
Recycling TVs properly means taking them to electronics recyclers who can safely separate the glass, plastics, metals and circuit boards. Valuable materials are recovered, and hazardous components are handled according to environmental rules. Working TVs in good condition can sometimes be donated or resold instead.
If you’re upgrading your setup, it’s a good time to clear out the rest of the old media gear too. DVD players, VCRs, old speakers, receivers and tangles of cables can all go in the same pickup, freeing up the entertainment center or making room for a new one.
On pickup day
What to expect when the crew arrives
TV pickups are quick, even for heavy tube sets. The crew carries the screen carefully to avoid breaking glass and loads it securely. Here's how the visit goes.
A heads-up first
You'll know your arrival window ahead of time, so you can plan the rest of your day around it.
A quick walkthrough
Point out what's going and what's staying. The crew checks the easiest route out of the house.
Careful removal
Background-checked pros protect floors and walls, take items apart if needed and carry everything out.
Swept and sorted
The area gets a quick sweep, and everything is sorted for donation, recycling or disposal.
Two ways to book
From the living room or the garage
Schedule whichever pickup style suits you. Most people choose in-home pickup for big or heavy TVs.
In-home pickup
The crew carries the TV and stand out of any room, including basements and upstairs bedrooms. Best for tube TVs, projection sets and large flat screens.
Curbside pickup
Set smaller TVs in the garage or on the porch, and you don't need to be home. Keep screens upright and covered if rain is possible.
For curbside pickups, avoid leaving TVs at the street, where screens can be broken or picked through. A garage or covered porch is better.
Responsible disposal
TV recycling done properly
Televisions contain materials that don't belong in a landfill, including leaded glass in old tube TVs and circuit boards with recoverable metals. Many states restrict how TVs can be thrown away.
After pickup, TVs go to electronics recyclers, who separate glass, plastic, metals and circuit boards for recovery. Working TVs in good condition may be donated or resold, and wooden stands and cabinets are donated or recycled separately.
Heavy and fragile
Tube TVs, big screens and narrow stairs
Old tube TVs are deceptively heavy and front-loaded with glass, which makes them hard to grip and dangerous to drop. Big flat screens are light but wide and fragile, and projection TVs are often too large to fit through a standard doorway without careful angling.
Crews carry heavy sets with two people and protect screens so glass doesn't crack inside your home. Large flat panels are kept upright and wrapped, and entertainment centers are taken apart when needed.
If the TV is in a basement, on an upper floor or built into a cabinet, mention it when you book. Letting us know the screen size helps the crew plan.
Book television removalQuick prep
Before pickup
A few quick steps help a TV pickup go smoothly and protect your personal information on smart TVs.
- Take it off the wall. Unmount wall-hung TVs and set them somewhere safe.
- Reset smart TVs. Sign out of streaming accounts and do a factory reset.
- Unplug everything. Disconnect cables, soundbars and game systems.
- Empty media cabinets. Remove DVDs, photos and anything stored in the stand.
Weighing your options
Can't I just put it out with the trash?
In many places, no. Several states ban TVs and other electronics from landfills, and many trash programs won't pick them up. Retailer take-back programs often have size limits or fees, especially for tube TVs. Getting a 150-pound CRT into a car on your own is a real injury risk, and big flat screens crack easily if they're laid flat.
| Task | Doing it yourself | With a crew |
|---|---|---|
| Lifting & stairs | You and whoever you can recruit | Handled by trained pros |
| Transportation | Borrow or rent a truck or trailer | Truck arrives with the crew |
| Finding a drop-off | Call around about charities, landfills and city rules | Sorted for donation, recycling or disposal |
| Time | Often half a day or more | Usually under an hour on site |
| Risk | Strained backs, scuffed walls, dented doorframes | Floors and walls protected |
A small flat screen can be dropped at an electronics recycler if one is nearby. For tube TVs, projection sets or multiple pieces of electronics, a crew is the easier route.
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TV Removal FAQ
TV removal questions
Don't see your question? Send us a note and we'll get back to you within one business day.
Do you take old tube TVs?
Yes. Old CRT tube televisions are one of the most common items we haul away. They're heavy, contain leaded glass and are often difficult to get rid of through trash programs or retail take-back. The crew carries them out carefully with two people when needed and takes them to electronics recyclers that can handle the glass safely. Console TVs in wooden cabinets are welcome too. Old floor-model consoles in wooden cabinets can also be removed and recycled.
Can you take down a wall-mounted TV?
For the smoothest pickup, please take the TV off the wall mount before the crew arrives. If you need help removing it, mention it when you book and we'll let you know what's possible. The crew won't patch or paint the wall afterward. The mount itself can be hauled away too once it's removed, along with any loose cables and brackets. Patching or painting walls after a mount is removed is a separate job for a handyman.
Is my old TV recycled?
Yes. TVs are sent to electronics recyclers rather than the landfill. Recyclers separate the glass, plastics, metals and circuit boards so materials can be recovered and hazardous components are handled properly. Working TVs in good condition may be donated or resold instead. Wooden entertainment centers and stands are sorted separately and donated or recycled where possible. Remotes, cables and power cords can go along with the TV for recycling.
Should I wipe my smart TV before pickup?
It's a good idea. Smart TVs can store streaming accounts, Wi-Fi passwords and other personal information. Sign out of your apps and use the factory reset option in the TV's settings menu before pickup. Do the same for game consoles and streaming devices. If the TV doesn't power on anymore, there's nothing to reset, and the crew can take it as is. Removing any USB drives or memory cards is a good idea before pickup as well.
Will you take the entertainment center too?
Absolutely. TV stands, entertainment centers, media armoires, wall units and floating shelves can all go in the same pickup. Large wall units may be taken apart on site to get them through doorways. Empty out drawers and shelves before the crew arrives, and list everything when you book so they bring enough space on the truck. Wall units with glass doors or shelves are wrapped to prevent breakage during the move.
Ready when you are
Out with the old screen.
Tell us what's going and a local crew will haul it away, often the same or next day.
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