TV Recycling in El Paso, TX
TVs are on the list of used electronics El Paso takes at its five Citizen Collection Stations (pass, water bill and matching ID required). Bulky special pickup does not take electronics.
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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.
Texas rules
- A TV manufacturer's recovery plan must include collection methods that let consumers recycle covered TVs without paying a separate fee at the time of recycling. Source: Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 361: Solid Waste Disposal Act (opens in new tab)
- Covered TVs are consumer direct-view or projection TVs with a screen of nine inches or more (CRT, plasma, LCD, LED and similar), plus computer displays that contain a TV tuner. Source: Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 361: Solid Waste Disposal Act (opens in new tab)
More Texas rules (9)
- TCEQ says certain household hazardous waste programs may accept televisions. Source: TCEQ: Texas Recycles TVs Program (opens in new tab)
- Texas law requires TV and computer-equipment manufacturers to offer consumers ways to recycle these products. Source: TCEQ: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab)
- TCEQ says some household hazardous waste collections accept used electronics; call before dropping off. Source: TCEQ: Guidance for the Texas Recycles Computers Program (opens in new tab)
- TCEQ recommends contacting a collection before dropping off electronics to confirm it accepts them. Source: TCEQ: Guidance for the Texas Recycles Computers Program (opens in new tab)
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (21)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Collection Stations (opens in new tab) · City of El Paso Environmental Services
- El Paso residents (not businesses or contractors) can bring trash, household hazardous waste, recyclables and bulky items to the five Citizen Collection Stations. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A pass must be requested to use a Citizen Collection Station. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Up to 5 gallons of paint and motor oil a month; four visits a month; single-axle trailers up to 8 feet. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Visitors must show a current water bill and a valid ID with the matching address. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Community Services: Special Collections, Used Electronics, Country Store, Free Paint (opens in new tab) · City of El Paso Environmental Services
- The City accepts used household electronics at its Citizen Collection Stations and the Greater El Paso Landfill; no commercial or leaking electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted used electronics include televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Special pickup does not take tires, hazardous materials or used electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective March 10, 2026
- Texas law requires TV and computer-equipment manufacturers to offer consumers ways to recycle these products. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Guidance for the Texas Recycles Computers Program (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
- TCEQ says some household hazardous waste collections accept used electronics; call before dropping off. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ recommends contacting a collection before dropping off electronics to confirm it accepts them. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Texas Health and Safety Code, Chapter 361: Solid Waste Disposal Act (opens in new tab) · Texas Legislative Council (Texas Constitution and Statutes)
- A TV manufacturer's recovery plan must include collection methods that let consumers recycle covered TVs without paying a separate fee at the time of recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Covered TVs are consumer direct-view or projection TVs with a screen of nine inches or more (CRT, plasma, LCD, LED and similar), plus computer displays that contain a TV tuner. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Texas Recycles TVs Program (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
- TCEQ says certain household hazardous waste programs may accept televisions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Use TCEQ's "Find a TV recycler" list to look up your TV brand; each link goes to that manufacturer's recycling page with instructions. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Manufacturers that have collected their full market-share allocation for the year are not required to offer more collection, and their links are removed from the TCEQ list. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Because programs are based on market share, other manufacturers' programs may accept your TV; contact the manufacturer if no option is listed. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
- TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
- Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
- If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.
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