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Computer Recycling in Highland Park, IL

Computers go out free with LRS on the first collection day of the month in Highland Park, or to the City Recycling Center (Tuesdays and first Saturdays).

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

6 ways to get rid of a computer in Highland Park

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · Highland ParkNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $85.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your computer and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Highland Park bulk, appliance, e-waste and recycling collection (LRS)Pickup service · Highland ParkConditions applyFree
    How it works

    LRS, the City hauler since 2016, collects one bulk item (up to 50 lbs) a week at no additional charge (wrap mattresses and box springs in plastic), appliances by scheduled pickup at $48.99 per item ($24.50 for a countertop microwave), and one large electronic item under 50 lbs or three small ones free on the first collection day of each month. LRS: 844.633.3577.

    Cost & rules
    • First customer collection day of each month: one large item under 50 lbs or three small items; call LRS to schedule.

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  3. Highland Park Recycling Center (SWALCO partner drop-off)City service · Highland ParkLake County residentsConditions applyFree
    How it works

    City recycling drop-off at 1180 Half Day Road, open every Tuesday and the first Saturday of each month, 7 a.m.–1 p.m., for all Lake County residents. Takes electronics (up to 7 items per visit, free under the SWALCO program), rechargeable batteries, fluorescent bulbs, foam #6, textiles and shoes.

    Cost & rules
    • Every Tuesday and first Saturday of the month, 7 a.m.–1 p.m.; Lake County residents only.

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  4. Grayslake Public Works SWALCO electronics drop-offCounty service · Lake CountyLake County residentsConditions applyFree
    How it works

    SWALCO electronics collection at the Grayslake Public Works facility, 585 Berry Avenue: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–3 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.–noon. Free for Lake County residents, no businesses, up to seven items per visit (cords and cables unlimited).

    Cost & rules
    • Weekdays 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m.–noon; Lake County residents only.

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  5. Illinois manufacturer e-waste program (Consumer Electronics Recycling Act)State program · IllinoisCost not listed
    How it works

    Manufacturer-funded collection network for covered electronics (computers, monitors, TVs, printers, peripherals and more) under the Consumer Electronics Recycling Act, run through registered collectors in participating counties. Find sites on the Illinois EPA Beyond the Bin map.

    Cost & rules
    • Desktop computer monitors may carry a fee at program collection locations.
    • Call the collection site first: retailers do not have to take every device type.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

  6. LRS Wauconda drop-off (SWALCO electronics site)Drop-off · outside Highland Park · 1350 N Old Rand Rd., WaucondaLake County residentsConditions applyFree
    Where

    1350 N Old Rand Rd.
    Wauconda, IL 60084

    Hours

    Weekdays from 8 a.m. (SWALCO lists Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.; LRS lists Monday–Thursday until 5 p.m. and Friday until 4 p.m.). Closed weekends and legal holidays.

    Cost & rules

    Computers

    Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)
    • Lake County residents only; no businesses; up to seven electronic items per visit (cords and cables unlimited).
    • Limit: Up to seven electronic items per visit.

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Before you go

  1. List each device and describe any damage to the operator.
  2. Back up your files and erase the device using the maker’s instructions.
  3. Ask whether documented data destruction is offered and what it costs.
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Illinois rules

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

  • Illinois EPA: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • Illinois EPA says it is illegal in Illinois to put a specific set of electronic devices in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Consumer Electronics Recycling Act (2017) set up a statewide system for recycling or reusing covered electronic devices from Illinois residents, and electronics manufacturers must take part. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Illinois EPA itself does not accept electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Covered devices include computers and small servers, monitors, keyboards, mice and peripherals, printers, fax machines, scanners, televisions, DVD players and recorders, VCRs, converter boxes, cable and satellite receivers, portable music players and video game consoles. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The program serves unwanted covered electronics from Illinois residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Illinois EPA: Electronics Recycling FAQs (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • Illinois EPA says that from January 1, 2026 all covered electronic devices are banned from landfills, including computers, monitors, TVs, printers, scanners, fax machines, keyboards, mice, DVD players and recorders, VCRs, cable and satellite receivers, digital converter boxes, home audio components, portable music players, video game consoles and small servers. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Computers (desktop, laptop, netbook, notebook and tablet) and monitors are on Illinois EPA's list of covered electronic devices banned from landfills. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The electronics landfill ban applies to households as well as businesses, schools and government agencies. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Illinois EPA says improper disposal of covered devices is prohibited by law and can result in fines and penalties. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Damaged, non-working or outdated electronics are accepted for recycling as long as they are covered devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Illinois EPA says most public electronics recycling programs are free for consumers, but some locations may charge for certain items or services. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Public program collection sites and one-day events may charge fees only for TVs and monitors. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Private or retail collection sites and events may charge a recycling fee at their discretion. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • 415 ILCS 151: Consumer Electronics Recycling Act (full text) (opens in new tab) · Illinois General Assembly
    • Under 415 ILCS 151/1-83, since January 1, 2019 no one may knowingly dispose of covered electronic devices (including computers, monitors, printers and televisions) in a sanitary landfill, or burn or incinerate them. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • State law (415 ILCS 151/1-83) bars knowingly disposing of a computer or computer monitor in a sanitary landfill. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • State law does not stop retailers or private network collection sites from charging a fee for each covered device collected. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Illinois EPA: Consumer Electronics Recycling Act (CERA) (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • The Consumer Electronics Recycling Act (CERA) replaced the earlier Electronic Products Recycling and Reuse Act, which sunset on January 1, 2020. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Illinois EPA: Electronics Recycling Collection Locations (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • The law sets a minimum number of collection locations in each participating Illinois county. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Retail or private network collection locations may charge fees, and program collection locations may charge a fee for each desktop computer monitor or television. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Illinois EPA advises calling the collector first, because retailers do not have to accept all device types. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Illinois EPA: Household Hazardous Wastes (opens in new tab) · Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
    • Illinois EPA says state and federal law allow household hazardous waste to go out with residential garbage, but taking it to an HHW collection is more protective. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • SWALCO: Accepted / Not Accepted Residential Electronic Items (opens in new tab) · Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO)
    • SWALCO-supported electronics sites accept computers (including tablets), monitors, printers and televisions, among others. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO-supported electronics drop-offs accept computers, including tablets. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO-supported drop-offs accept computers, including tablets. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • SWALCO: Electronics Recycling Year-Round Drop Off Locations (opens in new tab) · Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO)
    • SWALCO year-round electronics drop-off sites are free to Lake County residents, no appointment, up to seven items per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO lists the LRS site at 1350 N Old Rand Rd., Wauconda, as a year-round electronics drop-off open Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4 p.m., no cost for Lake County residents, seven items per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO's residential electronics drop-off program is for Lake County residents only. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO drop-off sites are free to Lake County residents during posted hours, no appointment, up to seven items per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO lists Grayslake Public Works, 585 Berry Avenue: weekdays 8 a.m.–3 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.–noon; no cost for Lake County residents, seven items per visit. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • SWALCO's residential electronics drop-off program is for Lake County residents only. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Highland Park: Residential Refuse & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Highland Park
    • LRS collects one large electronic item under 50 lbs (TVs, monitors, computers) or three small items on the first collection day of each month. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • E-waste pickup is no charge on the first service day of the month for 1 item under 50 lbs or 3 small items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • City of Highland Park: Highland Park Recycling Center (opens in new tab) · City of Highland Park
    • The Recycling Center drop-off program is open to all Lake County residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Recycling Center: 1180 Half Day Road; every Tuesday and the first Saturday of each month, 7 a.m.–1 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • The Recycling Center takes electronics (up to 7 items per visit) and rechargeable batteries (NiCd, NiMH, lithium-ion). Checked October 26, 2026.

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