TV Recycling in Wells Branch, TX
TVs are not taken at the monthly bulk drop-off, but residents can recycle them free at Extreme Clean each April and October. Travis County residents can also use Austin's Recycle & Reuse Drop-off Center.
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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 (23)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Bulk Trash Drop-Off (opens in new tab) · Wells Branch Municipal Utility District
- The monthly drop-off is free and only for Wells Branch MUD residents, who must show proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Metal recycling takes lawn mowers (emptied), metal tools, sheets, rods and framing, appliances with freon removed, water heaters and aluminum; computers and TVs are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Extreme Clean (opens in new tab) · Wells Branch Municipal Utility District
- Extreme Clean is held on the second Saturday of April and October, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Parks & Facilities Yard, 13905 Thermal Drive. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Extreme Clean is free and for in-district residents only. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics recycling at Extreme Clean takes TVs, DVD players, cable boxes, routers and radios. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk & Other Items (opens in new tab) · Wells Branch Municipal Utility District
- Wells Branch MUD points Travis County residents to the Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-off Center. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Recycle and Reuse Center (opens in new tab) · City of Austin, Austin Resource Recovery
- The Recycle and Reuse Center requires an appointment, booked through the Austin Recycles app or online. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Use of the center is free for Austin and Travis County residents except for tires; fees apply to others and to tires, and businesses cannot drop off hazardous waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Accepted electronics and appliances include cell phones, computers, exercise equipment, microwaves, printers, televisions and washers and dryers. 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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