Computer Recycling in Redmond, OR
Computers, laptops and monitors recycle free at Negus Transfer Station in Redmond (seven or fewer items).
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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check
Before you go
- List each device and describe any damage to the operator.
- Back up your files and erase the device using the maker’s instructions.
- Ask whether documented data destruction is offered and what it costs.
Oregon rules
- The electronics disposal ban took effect in January 2010. Source: Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles disposal ban (opens in new tab)
- It is illegal in Oregon to put computers, monitors and TVs in the garbage or take them to landfills, incinerators or transfer stations for disposal; knowingly doing so can bring a fine. Source: Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles disposal ban (opens in new tab)
More Oregon rules (11)
- Some transfer stations accept computers, monitors and TVs for recycling (not disposal); check with the facility first. Source: Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles disposal ban (opens in new tab)
- Under the disposal ban, covered electronic devices are computer monitors over four inches diagonal, desktop and portable computers, and televisions. Source: ORS Chapter 459: Solid Waste Management (2025 edition) (opens in new tab)
- ORS 459.247 bars disposing of, and disposal sites from knowingly accepting, discarded large home appliances, used oil, tires, lead-acid batteries and covered electronic devices. Source: ORS Chapter 459: Solid Waste Management (2025 edition) (opens in new tab)
- Disposal sites may still accept and store these banned items for recycling or recovery. Source: ORS Chapter 459: Solid Waste Management (2025 edition) (opens in new tab)
- The Recycling Modernization Act (SB 582, 2021) took effect Jan. 1, 2022, and recycling program changes started in July 2025. Source: Oregon DEQ: Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (opens in new tab)
- Under the RMA, producers of packaged items, paper products and food serviceware pay for many recycling system improvements. Source: Oregon DEQ: Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (opens in new tab)
- From July 1, 2025, local governments began moving to one consistent list of materials collected curbside and at depots. Source: Oregon DEQ: Local Government Recycling Acceptance List (Aug. 4, 2025) (opens in new tab)
- In Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties, DEQ refers residents to RecycleOrNot.org or the Metro Recycling Information hotline, 503-234-3000. Source: Oregon DEQ: Recycle Right! (opens in new tab)
- DEQ says household hazardous waste should not go down the sink, on the ground, down a storm drain or in the garbage. Source: Oregon DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
- DEQ lists pesticides, herbicides, solvents, fuels, paints, motor oil, antifreeze and mercury-containing wastes as household hazardous waste. Source: Oregon DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
- DEQ keeps a county list of locally sponsored HHW programs, including permanent collection facilities. Source: Oregon DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (27)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Oregon DEQ: Oregon E-Cycles (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- Anyone can take seven or fewer computers, monitors, TVs and printers at a time to an Oregon E-Cycles collection site for free recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Deschutes County Solid Waste: Electronic Waste (opens in new tab) · Deschutes County
- Oregon E-Cycles collection sites recycle seven or fewer items free; these are accepted at the Negus and Knott recycling centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted electronics include computers/laptops, tablets, monitors and TVs (CRT or flat screen), printers and peripherals. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Deschutes County Solid Waste: Hours & Locations (opens in new tab) · Deschutes County
- Negus Transfer Station & Recycling Center is at 2400 NE Maple Avenue, Redmond, OR 97756; open Monday–Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m., phone 541-548-7232. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Northwest Transfer Station & Recycling Center: 68200 Fryrear Road, ZIP 97759; Wednesday–Saturday 8 a.m.–4 p.m.. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: Oregon E-Cycles (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- Oregon E-Cycles is free: anyone can take up to seven computers (desktops, laptops, tablets), monitors, TVs and printers at a time to participating collection sites. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Keyboards and mice are also accepted free; other electronics are not currently included in the program. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles for Consumers FAQ (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- Collection is free, but there may be a charge for at-home pick-up, curbside or other premium services. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Households, small businesses and small 501(c)(3) nonprofits with 10 or fewer employees may bring more than seven computers, monitors and TVs at once. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Only sites participating in Oregon E-Cycles must recycle computers, monitors and TVs free; others may charge. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles for Consumers (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- Larger organizations may use collection sites but may be charged for items over the seven-at-a-time limit. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Call the collection site ahead for large or heavy items such as console TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: E-Cycles disposal ban (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- It is illegal in Oregon to put computers, monitors and TVs in the garbage or take them to landfills, incinerators or transfer stations for disposal; knowingly doing so can bring a fine. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The electronics disposal ban took effect in January 2010. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some transfer stations accept computers, monitors and TVs for recycling (not disposal); check with the facility first. Checked October 26, 2026.
- ORS Chapter 459: Solid Waste Management (2025 edition) (opens in new tab) · Oregon State Legislature
- ORS 459.247 bars disposing of, and disposal sites from knowingly accepting, discarded large home appliances, used oil, tires, lead-acid batteries and covered electronic devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Disposal sites may still accept and store these banned items for recycling or recovery. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Under the disposal ban, covered electronic devices are computer monitors over four inches diagonal, desktop and portable computers, and televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- The Recycling Modernization Act (SB 582, 2021) took effect Jan. 1, 2022, and recycling program changes started in July 2025. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Under the RMA, producers of packaged items, paper products and food serviceware pay for many recycling system improvements. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: Local Government Recycling Acceptance List (Aug. 4, 2025) (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- From July 1, 2025, local governments began moving to one consistent list of materials collected curbside and at depots. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: Recycle Right! (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- In Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties, DEQ refers residents to RecycleOrNot.org or the Metro Recycling Information hotline, 503-234-3000. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Oregon DEQ: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
- DEQ says household hazardous waste should not go down the sink, on the ground, down a storm drain or in the garbage. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ lists pesticides, herbicides, solvents, fuels, paints, motor oil, antifreeze and mercury-containing wastes as household hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- DEQ keeps a county list of locally sponsored HHW programs, including permanent collection facilities. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Deschutes County Solid Waste: Recycling - What Can I Recycle? (opens in new tab) · Deschutes County
- Deschutes County lists items that are free to recycle at all Transfer Station Recycling Centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Free items include electronics: monitors, CPUs, TVs, keyboards, mice, VCRs, DVDs, game consoles and printers. Checked October 26, 2026.
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