TV Recycling in Aberdeen, MD
Aberdeen collects TVs on its bulk pickup; Harford County takes TVs only as trash for a per-vehicle fee.
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- A video display device is any screen device that shows moving images, whether CRT, LCD, plasma, DLP or another technology; read here as including televisions. (Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1701: Definitions (Statewide Recycling; covered electronic devices, architectural paint, white goods) (opens in new tab))
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.
Maryland rules
- Some Maryland counties also recycle end-of-life electronics for their residents; MDE says to contact your county for details. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- MDE tells residents to contact their county for details on its electronics program. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
More Maryland rules (7)
- Unless noted otherwise, the permanent county and city electronics drop-off sites listed by MDE are open only to residents of that county or city. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- MDE also lists other e-cycling options, including Apple, Epson, IBM, Best Buy and Staples, without endorsing them, and tells people to check services and current charges with the company. Source: MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab)
- Household hazardous waste may include agricultural chemicals, cleaning agents and solvents, motor oils, paint, pesticides and preservatives. Source: Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1801: Household hazardous waste definitions (opens in new tab)
- Maryland does not regulate HHW as hazardous waste, and federal law allows HHW in household trash. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- MDE recommends taking HHW to local HHW collection programs. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- Many Maryland counties collect HHW such as mercury, paint, paint thinner, pesticides, herbicides and batteries. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
- Some counties hold HHW days only once a year; contact your county for the next date and accepted materials. Source: MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab)
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Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Harford County Department of Public Works, Division of Environmental Services
- The Harford Waste Disposal Center is at 3241 Scarboro Road, Street, MD 21154; phone 410-638-3638; open Monday-Saturday 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Televisions and computer monitors are not recycled but can be disposed of at the Harford Waste Disposal Center for the waste disposal fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- HWDC Disposal Fees and Information (opens in new tab) · Harford County Department of Public Works, Division of Environmental Services
- The Harford Waste Disposal Center is open to residential customers only. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Drivers must present a valid Maryland driver's license with a current Harford County address. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Loads with items counted as trash, such as furniture, mattresses and CRT monitors and televisions, pay the per-vehicle fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residential disposal costs $8 per visit by car or SUV and $11 per visit by pickup truck, passenger van or trailer. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Trash & Recycling Information (opens in new tab) · City of Aberdeen Department of Public Works
- Each residential unit gets one free bulk pickup per fiscal year; additional pickups are charged under the City fee schedule. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Schedule by calling 410-297-4259 or emailing the bulk request form to dpw@aberdeenmd.gov; do not set items out until the pickup is confirmed. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk Pickup - List of Acceptable Items (opens in new tab) · City of Aberdeen Department of Public Works
- Category B bulk items include mattresses, box springs, couches, sofas, televisions, computers, dressers, desks and tables. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Category A and B items are picked up on Fridays by appointment only and must be at the curb by 5 a.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Electronics Recycling (eCycling) in Maryland (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- A manufacturer can qualify for a reduced renewal fee by offering Maryland customers free take-back of its end-of-life covered devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- An MDE-approved take-back program must be free, including a way to return the device at no cost to the returner. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE encourages Maryland customers to use manufacturer take-back programs when disposing of end-of-life covered devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Details of each take-back program are available from the maker's toll-free number or web page. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some Maryland counties also recycle end-of-life electronics for their residents; MDE says to contact your county for details. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE tells residents to contact their county for details on its electronics program. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Unless noted otherwise, the permanent county and city electronics drop-off sites listed by MDE are open only to residents of that county or city. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE also lists other e-cycling options, including Apple, Epson, IBM, Best Buy and Staples, without endorsing them, and tells people to check services and current charges with the company. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Registered electronics manufacturers (eManufacturers registered to sell in Maryland) (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- MDE's registered-manufacturer list links to companies with Department-approved take-back programs that will recycle their brands for free. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1701: Definitions (Statewide Recycling; covered electronic devices, architectural paint, white goods) (opens in new tab) · Maryland General Assembly (Annotated Code of Maryland)
- A take-back program provides a no-cost way to return the device, such as postage-paid mailers or designated collection points around the state. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A manufacturer's take-back program covers devices labeled with that manufacturer's name or brand. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Covered electronic devices are computers and video display devices with a screen larger than 4 inches diagonally. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Screens built into motor vehicles, household appliances, or commercial, industrial or medical equipment are not covered. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A video display device is any screen device that shows moving images, whether CRT, LCD, plasma, DLP or another technology; read here as including televisions. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
- Annotated Code of Maryland, Environment 9-1801: Household hazardous waste definitions (opens in new tab) · Maryland General Assembly (Annotated Code of Maryland)
- Household hazardous waste may include agricultural chemicals, cleaning agents and solvents, motor oils, paint, pesticides and preservatives. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) (opens in new tab) · Maryland Department of the Environment
- Maryland does not regulate HHW as hazardous waste, and federal law allows HHW in household trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MDE recommends taking HHW to local HHW collection programs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Many Maryland counties collect HHW such as mercury, paint, paint thinner, pesticides, herbicides and batteries. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Some counties hold HHW days only once a year; contact your county for the next date and accepted materials. Checked October 26, 2026.
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