TV Recycling in Rockville, MD
Rockville picks up flatscreen TVs in an electronics collection and tube TVs in a bulk waste collection, both by appointment.
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- A video display device is any screen device that shows moving images, whether CRT, LCD, plasma, DLP or another technology; read here as including televisions. (Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1701: Definitions (Statewide Recycling; covered electronic devices, architectural paint, white goods) (opens in new tab))
Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- Note whether it’s a flat screen or an older CRT (tube) set; many programs price them differently.
- Ask whether a cracked screen or broken glass changes the price or handling.
- Confirm the total cost, including any visit fee, before you load it.
Maryland rules
- Some Maryland counties also recycle end-of-life electronics for their residents; MDE says to contact your county for details. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- MDE tells residents to contact their county for details on its electronics program. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
More Maryland rules (7)
- Unless noted otherwise, the permanent county and city electronics drop-off sites listed by MDE are open only to residents of that county or city. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- MDE also lists other e-cycling options, including Apple, Epson, IBM, Best Buy and Staples, without endorsing them, and tells people to check services and current charges with the company. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- Household hazardous waste may include agricultural chemicals, cleaning agents and solvents, motor oils, paint, pesticides and preservatives. Source: Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1801: Household hazardous waste definitions (opens in new tab)
- Maryland does not regulate HHW as hazardous waste, and federal law allows HHW in household trash. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- MDE recommends taking HHW to local HHW collection programs. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- Many Maryland counties collect HHW such as mercury, paint, paint thinner, pesticides, herbicides and batteries. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- Some counties hold HHW days only once a year; contact your county for the next date and accepted materials. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
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Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Trash and Recycling Drop-Off Hours and Events (opens in new tab) · Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection
- No out-of-county waste is allowed and all residents must provide proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Proof of County Residency (opens in new tab) · Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection
- Montgomery County residents may bring material to the Shady Grove Transfer Station and the Poolesville Beauty Spot; proof of county residency is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- How to recycle / dispose electronics (opens in new tab) · Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection
- Residents and businesses may recycle electronics at the Shady Grove Transfer Station; the drop-off in the Recycling Area is open daily. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Telephones and televisions are on the accepted electronics list. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Goodwill Donation Centers (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Washington
- Goodwill North Rockville store and donation center is at 725 Rockville Pike, Rockville MD 20852. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donations Goodwill CAN Accept (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Washington
- Goodwill accepts only flat-screen TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Request a Special Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Rockville
- Bulk waste, metal, electronics and large branches are collected by scheduled appointment only, requested through the Special Collection Request Form. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Scheduled collections are only for Rockville residents who receive City recycling and trash service. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Place items at the front public curb by 6 a.m., away from parked cars, trees, hydrants and wires; not in alleys or on lawns. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Tube-style (CRT) TVs go in a bulk waste collection; flatscreen TVs need an electronics collection. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics collections take cell phones, computers and computer-related items, flatscreen televisions, printers, holiday lights and video players. Checked October 26, 2026.
- ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
- The Rockville ReStore is at 515 Dover Road, Rockville, MD 20850. Checked October 26, 2026.
- What We Accept (ReStore) (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
- Only smart TVs from 2018 or newer are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- What We Don't Accept (ReStore) (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
- Computers and office equipment are not accepted; TVs only if flat screen and under 10 years old. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- A manufacturer can qualify for a reduced renewal fee by offering Maryland customers free take-back of its end-of-life covered devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- An MDE-approved take-back program must be free, including a way to return the device at no cost to the returner. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE encourages Maryland customers to use manufacturer take-back programs when disposing of end-of-life covered devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Details of each take-back program are available from the maker's toll-free number or web page. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some Maryland counties also recycle end-of-life electronics for their residents; MDE says to contact your county for details. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE tells residents to contact their county for details on its electronics program. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Unless noted otherwise, the permanent county and city electronics drop-off sites listed by MDE are open only to residents of that county or city. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE also lists other e-cycling options, including Apple, Epson, IBM, Best Buy and Staples, without endorsing them, and tells people to check services and current charges with the company. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Registered electronics manufacturers (eManufacturers registered to sell in Maryland) (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- MDE's registered-manufacturer list links to companies with Department-approved take-back programs that will recycle their brands for free. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1701: Definitions (Statewide Recycling; covered electronic devices, architectural paint, white goods) (opens in new tab) · Maryland General Assembly (Annotated Code of Maryland)
- A take-back program provides a no-cost way to return the device, such as postage-paid mailers or designated collection points around the state. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A manufacturer's take-back program covers devices labeled with that manufacturer's name or brand. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Covered electronic devices are computers and video display devices with a screen larger than 4 inches diagonally. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Screens built into motor vehicles, household appliances, or commercial, industrial or medical equipment are not covered. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A video display device is any screen device that shows moving images, whether CRT, LCD, plasma, DLP or another technology; read here as including televisions. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
- Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1801: Household hazardous waste definitions (opens in new tab) · Maryland General Assembly (Annotated Code of Maryland)
- Household hazardous waste may include agricultural chemicals, cleaning agents and solvents, motor oils, paint, pesticides and preservatives. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- Maryland does not regulate HHW as hazardous waste, and federal law allows HHW in household trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE recommends taking HHW to local HHW collection programs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many Maryland counties collect HHW such as mercury, paint, paint thinner, pesticides, herbicides and batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some counties hold HHW days only once a year; contact your county for the next date and accepted materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
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