TV Recycling in Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids does not collect TVs at the curb. Kent County's Wealthy Street SafeChem site takes flat-screen TVs free from county residents, and Comprenew recycles all TVs for a fee. Habitat ReStore and Goodwill take working flat screens.
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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.
Michigan rules
- MCL 324.17311: each TV manufacturer's takeback program must accept any covered television from a consumer, whatever its type or brand. Source: MCL 324.17311 Video display device takeback program (opens in new tab)
- MCL 324.17311: a consumer does not pay a separate fee when returning a covered TV through any TV manufacturer's takeback program. Source: MCL 324.17311 Video display device takeback program (opens in new tab)
More Michigan rules (8)
- A "video display device" is a device with a screen of 4 inches or larger and a tuner that can receive and display TV or video programming; it includes CRT, plasma, LCD, LED and projection TVs. Source: MCL 324.17301 Electronics: definitions (opens in new tab)
- Lead in CRTs makes computers hazardous waste when thrown out by regulated generators, but residents are exempt from hazardous waste regulations. Source: EGLE: Electronic Waste (opens in new tab)
- EGLE: take leftover household hazardous products to a local collection when one is available; never pour them down a storm drain or household drain. Source: EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab)
- If there is no local collection, EGLE says to ask your trash hauler for instructions on safe disposal in the regular trash. Source: EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab)
- Household hazardous waste (solvents, cleansers, pesticides) is not banned from Michigan landfills, though EGLE says it is not well suited to them. Source: EGLE: Landfill Prohibited Materials and Special Wastes (guidance, rev. 3/2021) (opens in new tab)
- HHW collections are run by local governments or commercial recyclers; many are temporary or seasonal, so call before going. Source: EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab)
- EGLE keeps a county-by-county list of local collection contacts; if your community is not listed, call your city, township or county. Source: EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab)
- EGLE suggests looking for retail take-back of electronics, batteries, light bulbs, medications, motor oil and antifreeze when buying replacements. Source: EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab)
Where this information comes from (40)
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- SafeChem (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- SafeChem is free to all Kent County residents, funded by the Kent County Solid Waste Management Ordinance. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics (Recycling & Waste Directory) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- Residents can bring electronics to three drop-offs: North Kent Recycling & Waste Center, the SafeChem site on Wealthy St. in Grand Rapids (during SafeChem hours) and South Kent. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Most electronics are free to recycle except CRT monitors and freon appliances; the Wealthy Street SafeChem site does not take large appliances or freon devices. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TVs & Computer Monitors (Flat Screen) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- Flat-screen TVs and computer monitors can be recycled free at the three electronics drop-offs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Other Electronics (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- The electronics drop-offs are for residents only and do not accept commercial e-waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Solid Waste Disposal & Recycling Rates (effective October 1, 2026) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- CRT monitors and TVs: 27 inches and under $20 (Kent County resident) or $30 (non-resident); 28 inches and larger $40 (resident) or $50 (non-resident). Checked October 26, 2026.
- CRT 28 inches and larger: $50 for non-residents. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TVs & Computer Monitors (CRT & Box) (opens in new tab) · Kent County Department of Public Works
- CRT TVs and monitors go to North Kent or South Kent for a fee based on size and county residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donated Items (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
- Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids accepts computers and software, cameras, and flat-screen TVs and monitors. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Goodwill does not accept CRT (tube) TVs or monitors. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk Item Collection (opens in new tab) · City of Grand Rapids Public Works
- Televisions of any kind are not collected curbside; the City points residents to Kent County resources. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Service Guidelines - PAYT & Recycling (opens in new tab) · City of Grand Rapids Public Works
- City service guidelines: large items and appliances go to the curb with a $40 bulky item sticker. Checked October 26, 2026.
- ReStore Hours & Location (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Kent County
- Habitat for Humanity of Kent County ReStore, 1739 Elizabeth Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Donate to ReStore (opens in new tab) · Habitat for Humanity of Kent County
- ReStore accepts LED and LCD televisions with all parts. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Drop-off Locations (opens in new tab) · Comprenew
- Comprenew Recycling Center & Showroom: drop-off for small businesses and residents at 629 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503; 616-451-4400; Monday-Friday 9 am-5 pm. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Comprenew
- Comprenew handles computers, monitors, laptops, CRT and flat-screen TVs, printers and other electronics. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Comprenew Electronics Recycling residential pricing (PDF) (opens in new tab) · Comprenew
- Flat-screen TVs and monitors: under 27 in. $10, 27-55 in. $20, 56-74 in. $30, 75 in. and up $50. Checked October 26, 2026.
- CRT TVs and monitors: under 20 in. $20, 21-30 in. $40, 31 in. and up $60; projection TVs $75. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Store locator data (goodwillgr.org/locations) (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of Greater Grand Rapids
- Goodwill Michigan Street Store, 956 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE: Electronic Waste Takeback Program (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- Covered electronic devices include desktop and laptop computers, monitors, tablets, televisions and printers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE FAQ: Michigan electronics takeback program (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- EGLE says consumers do not pay a fee to recycle a computer or television covered under the program; it is meant to be a free takeback system paid for by manufacturers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- All manufacturers offer a free takeback program, and each has a no-cost option for televisions too large to mail back. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Manufacturers' no-cost return options are mainly mail-back programs, linked from the manufacturers' websites and their registration documents. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE keeps a list of registered manufacturers with links to each manufacturer's page explaining where covered equipment can be recycled. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Computer manufacturers only have to take back their own brands; television manufacturers must take back any brand of television. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A consumer is a person who used the computer or television mainly for personal or small business purposes in Michigan. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A small business under the law has 10 or fewer employees. Checked October 26, 2026.
- A collector that is not directly part of a manufacturer's takeback program may charge a reasonable fee. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MCL 324.17309 Computer takeback program (opens in new tab) · Michigan Legislature (Michigan Compiled Laws)
- Collection methods that can meet the convenience requirement include mail or shipping, a staffed permanent local collection site, periodic local collection events, or drop-off at a retailer. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MCL 324.17311 Video display device takeback program (opens in new tab) · Michigan Legislature (Michigan Compiled Laws)
- A manufacturer's TV takeback program does not have to accept more than 7 covered video display devices from one consumer on one day. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MCL 324.17311: each TV manufacturer's takeback program must accept any covered television from a consumer, whatever its type or brand. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MCL 324.17311: a consumer does not pay a separate fee when returning a covered TV through any TV manufacturer's takeback program. Checked October 26, 2026.
- MCL 324.17301 Electronics: definitions (opens in new tab) · Michigan Legislature (Michigan Compiled Laws)
- A "video display device" is a device with a screen of 4 inches or larger and a tuner that can receive and display TV or video programming; it includes CRT, plasma, LCD, LED and projection TVs. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE: Electronic Waste (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- Lead in CRTs makes computers hazardous waste when thrown out by regulated generators, but residents are exempt from hazardous waste regulations. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE: Household hazardous waste (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- EGLE: take leftover household hazardous products to a local collection when one is available; never pour them down a storm drain or household drain. Checked October 26, 2026.
- If there is no local collection, EGLE says to ask your trash hauler for instructions on safe disposal in the regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE: Landfill Prohibited Materials and Special Wastes (guidance, rev. 3/2021) (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- Household hazardous waste (solvents, cleansers, pesticides) is not banned from Michigan landfills, though EGLE says it is not well suited to them. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE: Where can I take my household hazardous waste? (opens in new tab) · Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
- HHW collections are run by local governments or commercial recyclers; many are temporary or seasonal, so call before going. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE keeps a county-by-county list of local collection contacts; if your community is not listed, call your city, township or county. Checked October 26, 2026.
- EGLE suggests looking for retail take-back of electronics, batteries, light bulbs, medications, motor oil and antifreeze when buying replacements. Checked October 26, 2026.
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