Your Questions About Recycling
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Charles asks…
Lake County, IN Electronics and Appliance Recycling Pickup?
We would like to host an Electronics and Appliance Recycling Event for the community. The school is located between Gary and Hobart Indiana. We are trying to find a recycling company that will pickup the appliances.
The Expert answers:
You can call Elgin Recycling in Elgin, Illinois. They pick up all around Chicagoland area and wouldn’t be surprised if they cross the border for you. Www.elginrecycling.com
Steven asks…
How do i recycle a GPS $ a 32 inch heavy TV. da tube TV. not digital one?
I did all that and they don’t take or pick up tvs. This is a very heavy one and can’t even carry it to it’s destination. I even asked the trash pick up and he even refused. We live in a condo and not allowed to put it in the bin. at least i need to know where to recycle the gps at the mean time.
Actually, i stepped inside the goodwill store and i asked them if they take a tv. and i was told it has to be made on the year 2005 or beyond. I called the salvation army since i donated my bedroom set to them and they picked it up, but they don’t take televisions. Beleive me i tried everything. That’s why i posted this on yahoo answer as for my last resort.
Actually, i stepped inside the goodwill store and i asked them if they take a tv. and i was told it has to be made on the year 2005 or beyond. I called the salvation army since i donated my bedroom set to them and they picked it up, but they don’t take televisions. Beleive me i tried everything. That’s why i posted this on yahoo answer as for my last resort.
Actually, i stepped inside the goodwill store and i asked them if they take a tv. and i was told it has to be made on the year 2005 or beyond. I called the salvation army since i donated my bedroom set to them and they picked it up, but they don’t take televisions. Beleive me i tried everything. That’s why i posted this on yahoo answer as for my last resort.
Thanks again for your info. I will ask my son to post it on craigs list. I hope this time would work! I just want it out of my living room! How about the gps which is not funtional anymore, and we just bought a new one. Where should i take to?
Thanks again for your info. I will ask my son to post it on craigs list. I hope this time would work! I just want it out of my living room! How about the gps which is not funtional anymore, and we just bought a new one. Where should i take to?
Thanks again for your info. I will ask my son to post it on craigs list. I hope this time would work! I just want it out of my living room! How about the gps which is not funtional anymore, and we just bought a new one. Where should i take to?
The Expert answers:
Recycling old electronics is easy. Some likely options:
1. Goodwill Industries will take it as is and give you a receipt that could be a tax deduction. The Salvation Army may do the same.
2. Your local trash collection company may have free electronics recycling days. Call and ask. (Mine has 4 per year.)
3. Watch for ads by charitable groups or others who conduct recycling events. Schools, public service clubs, etc. Do this fairly often.
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Per your Additional Details. No offense, but I don’t think you did “all” of that. Goodwill Industries absolutely will take it. Yes, you may need to get the TV do them, but you’re going to have to get it to *someplace* one way or another. So find someone to help you that has a pickup or a van and haul it to Goodwill. I’ve done this a lot — they take any electronics, any condition, and they’ll take yours.
Per your followup: interesting. It sounds like the guy was considering your TV as something to resell instead of recycle. The Goodwill stores I’ve dealt with are happy to take all electronics for recycling because there is a small cash value to them. That’s the same with all the other recyclers, and that explains why you see schools (etc.) doing it on occasion.
Here’s another thing to try: a Craigslist ad for a free TV. Describe its make and model and condition, and someone may come get it for the recycling value, if not for parts or something. You could also check the classified ads in your local paper for recyclers. I’ve done that and had old computer monitors picked up at my front door. One guy gave me $5 for a couple CRT monitors.
Mandy asks…
How does recycling help?
I already recycle with our recycle bin but am I making a difference and how? I recycle newspapers, magazines, mail etc., plastic bottles and cans both aluminum and tin. Just wondering.
Let me say thank you to each and everyone that took the time to answer my question. I really appreciate all the links and will be checking them out. I am more informed because of all or your responses. Many thanks.
The Expert answers:
Recycling involves processing used materials into new products to prevent waste of potentially useful materials, reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reduce energy usage, reduce air pollution (from incineration) and water pollution (from landfilling) by reducing the need for “conventional” waste disposal, and lower greenhouse gas emissions as compared to virgin production Recycling is a key component of modern waste reduction and is the third component of the “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” waste hierarchy.
Saves energy
Saves money
Saves trees
Helps for a better enviroment
common recyclables:-
Batteries
Biodegradable waste
Clothing
Electronics disassembly and reclamation
Ferrous metals
Non-ferrous metals
Glass
Paint
Paper
Plastic
Textiles
Timber
Michael asks…
Questions on recycling?
I need 20 questions for a question air. Can I have some ideas please? tnx
The Expert answers:
Questions about Recycling
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How can I dispose of junk, old appliances or scrap metal?
Where can I get free mulch?
How does the County create mulch?
What is accepted for recycling curbside in Clearwater?
Why are some materials not accepted for recycling in Clearwater?
How do I get a yellow curbside recycling bin?
Mary asks…
How to dispose of electronics?
I have an old TV i need to throw away but i heard you aren’t supposed to throw it in the trash can. So what do i do with it?
The Expert answers:
There should be recycling instructions for electronics on the recycling page in your local yellow pages phone directory. At my location we have to pay 5-10 USD per unit.
Nancy asks…
What will happen if we put electronics in a recycling bin?
I was wondering what will happen if we put electronics in a recycling bin because i know its bad but not exactly how.And everything i found on internet explorer talked about where to recycle electronics & what i found on youtube was in french so if anybody could help me out it would be greatly appreciated
The Expert answers:
If you are aware of the fact that there are different2 recycle bins to throw products in it.. If you put electronic thing in some other material then it will go to that recycling process and may effect other things.. So it’s dangerous and can harm environment..
Helen asks…
Is there a place to recycle large appliances and electronics?
Examples, washer dryer, vacuum, televisions and computers?
The Expert answers:
Probably your best bet is to get online and visit the site http://earth911.com. You can enter your location and what you want to recycle and it will give you your best options.
Best Buy does take electronics. They’ll charge you $10 for a television, but will give you a gift card in exchange.
That’s my understanding anyway.
I work for an electronics recycler in Kentucky, so if you just happen to live here, you can always visit us!
Www.gesrecycles.com
Good luck!
Alexa
Paul asks…
free test electronics?
Is there any way to get free electronics (just wondering) ?
The Expert answers:
You either have to know people, or be recognized by hardware vendors as a trustable reviewer. Of course, in most cases review devices are just on loan, and must be return.
If you know people at recylcing depots, you can get some recycled electronics.
George asks…
What to do with old electronics?
I have a Sharp CD Player (Single Disc)
A 5 CD Carousel Changer made by Kenwood Drive belt is good could use lubrication works great the way it is.
an old York Radio Corp 8-track Deck needs lubrication won’t change tracks/programs on the tapes.
I can’t sell stuff online.
The Expert answers:
Recycle Responsibly , Sell items online i.e., Amazon,eBay, Set the items outside and just wait to see if anyone takes them or just donate them to the Goodwill or Thrifttown.
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