Computer Recycling in Chattanooga, TN

Computers can go to the city recycle centers, the Hamilton County recycling centers on Hwy 58 and Standifer Gap Road, the city HHW facility or a Goodwill donation center (Dell Reconnect).

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

8 ways to get rid of a computer in Chattanooga

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CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · ChattanoogaNo 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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Hamilton County Hwy 58 Recycling CenterDrop-off · 5414 Hwy. 58, ChattanoogaOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
5414 Hwy. 58
Chattanooga, TN 37416
Hours
Monday and Wednesday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost & rules
Computers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Hamilton County Standifer Gap Recycling CenterDrop-off · 7625 Standifer Gap Road, ChattanoogaOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
7625 Standifer Gap Road
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Hours
Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost & rules
Computers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Goodwill East Brainerd Store & Donation CenterDrop-off · 7601 E Brainerd Rd, ChattanoogaOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
7601 E Brainerd Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Hours
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost & rules
Computers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Preparation: Back up and erase your data first.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Goodwill Hixson Store & Donation CenterDrop-off · 1966 Northpoint Blvd, ChattanoogaOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
1966 Northpoint Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37343
Hours
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost & rules
Computers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Preparation: Back up and erase your data first.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Goodwill Chattanooga (Highway 58) Store & Donation CenterDrop-off · 4850 Highway 58, ChattanoogaOpen to everyoneCost not listed
Where
4850 Highway 58
Chattanooga, TN 37416
Hours
Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost & rules
Computers
AcceptedCost unknown
Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Preparation: Back up and erase your data first.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Chattanooga Household Hazardous Waste Collection FacilityCity service · ChattanoogaTennessee residentsFree
How it works
City of Chattanooga-run permanent household hazardous waste drop-off for Tennessee residents (state driver's license required), open Tuesday-Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; up to 15 gallons or 150 pounds per household. Free to Hamilton County residents. The city page does not print the street address; call 311 or (423) 643-6311 for directions.
Cost & rules
- Free for Hamilton County residents.
Official page (opens in new tab)
Chattanooga recycle centersCity service · ChattanoogaHamilton County residentsCost not listed
How it works
City-run recycling drop-offs at 5955 Brainerd Road, 1250 E. 3rd Street, 3189 Cummings Hwy, 8004 Batters Place Road and 4504 N. Access Road, Chattanooga (Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m.; closed Mondays). Open to Hamilton County residents; takes cardboard, glass, cans, paper, #1-2 plastics and computer electronics.
Official page (opens in new tab)

Places that don’t take computers (1)

Chattanooga refuse collection centers · Chattanooga

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.

More about computers

Tennessee rules

Several manufacturers have take-back programs for older computers, and some retail stores accept smaller electronic devices year-round. Source: TDEC Materials Management: Household Batteries, Oil, Paint, Antifreeze, and Electronics (BOPAE) (opens in new tab)

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Checked October 26, 2026

Donation FAQs (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area
- Store donation centers are open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
Donate Electronics (opens in new tab) · Goodwill Industries of the Greater Chattanooga Area
- Through the Dell Reconnect partnership, Goodwill accepts computers, monitors, printers, hard drives, keyboards, mice, speakers and cables. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Back up information and erase sensitive data from hard drives before dropping off electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
Refuse Collection Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Chattanooga Public Works
- Refuse collection centers are for City of Chattanooga residents to dispose of bulky trash from their own households; no contractors, businesses or landlords. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Drivers need a driver's license showing City of Chattanooga residency (or a utility bill if new) and Hamilton County tags. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Not accepted include batteries, cardboard, computer electronics, hazardous materials and household garbage. Checked October 26, 2026.
Recycle Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Chattanooga Public Works
- Hamilton County residents are allowed to use the city recycle centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted: aluminum cans, newspaper, cardboard, #1 and #2 plastic containers, computer electronics, steel cans, glass, cooking oil and mixed paper. Checked October 26, 2026.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility (opens in new tab) · City of Chattanooga Public Works
- The facility lets Tennessee residents dispose of household hazardous materials; a state-issued driver's license showing Tennessee residency is required. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Only residential hazardous materials are accepted; businesses must use a commercial hazardous waste hauler. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Maximum 15 gallons or 150 pounds per household. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted include oil-based paint, paint remover/thinner, wet cell and dry cell batteries, computer related electronics, motor oil and pesticides. Checked October 26, 2026.
Landfill (opens in new tab) · City of Chattanooga Public Works
- The city landfill page says the Household Hazardous Waste Facility is free to any Hamilton County resident. Checked October 26, 2026.
Where and When to Recycle (opens in new tab) · Hamilton County Recycling
- The main recycling office does not accept recycling from the public, but all listed recycling centers do. Checked October 26, 2026.
- County recycling centers accept plastics, glass, aluminum and mixed metals, mixed paper, corrugated cardboard, newspaper, computers and computer components, and rechargeable batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
What to Recycle (opens in new tab) · Hamilton County Recycling
- Only computers and computer components, and only rechargeable batteries, are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
TDEC Materials Management: Household Batteries, Oil, Paint, Antifreeze, and Electronics (BOPAE) (opens in new tab) · Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
- Several manufacturers have take-back programs for older computers, and some retail stores accept smaller electronic devices year-round. Checked October 26, 2026.

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