Recycling in Richland Hills, TX

Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

• TCEQ: Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective March 10, 2026
  • TCEQ directs consumers to texasrecyclescomputers.org to find out how to recycle a computer for free through its manufacturer. Checked October 26, 2026.
• TCEQ: Guidance for the Texas Recycles Computers Program (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
  • Manufacturer collection and recycling of consumers' computer equipment must be convenient and free at the time of recycling. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Covered computer equipment is a monitor, a desktop or laptop, and an accompanying keyboard and mouse made by the same manufacturer. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Each manufacturer only has to take back its own brands, though some choose to accept other brands. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • For an unbranded or unlisted computer, check manufacturers' websites to see which will accept other brands. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Manufacturers only have to take back computers bought for personal or home-business use; commercial, government and nonprofit users should ask manufacturers, retailers or charities. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Covered home computer equipment is accepted regardless of when it was sold. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The consumer is responsible for any confidential information left on the computer, so wipe it first. 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
  • 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.
• Bulk Pickup (opens in new tab) · City of Richland Hills
  • 2026 bulk pickup dates: Feb 16, May 18, Sep 14, Nov 16. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk pickup is a residential service. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Acceptable bulk includes furniture, hot water heaters and large electronics over 50 lb. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Piles over 4 cubic yards are not collected. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Tires and paint are not accepted in bulk; they go to the annual HHW event. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Household Hazardous Waste & Document Shredding (opens in new tab) · City of Richland Hills
  • 2026 collection: Saturday, May 23, 9-11 a.m., at the Fire Station (3220 Rufe Snow Dr.) and City Hall lot. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Proof of Richland Hills residency required. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted: paint (five cans), batteries, car/truck/motorcycle/SUV tires. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Four tires per household. Checked October 26, 2026.

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