ELECTRONIC WASTE DISPOSAL - HARFORD COUNTY
Understanding E-Waste
Electronic waste, or electronic scrap, can be found all over our homes and offices. Think about your home now. How many printers, computer monitors, and old TVs have been out of service for over a year? When you've counted a few or more, it's probably time to get rid of that e-waste.
Premier1 offers an efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly electronic waste disposal service, so you don't have to worry about picking up or disposing of those old items. Plus, we make sure your old electronics end up in the right place. Whether it's a charity if the electronics still work or a recycling facility to ensure that somebody will dispose of your e-waste in an environmentally friendly manner.
We dispose of almost all types of electronic waste, including:
- Computers
- Monitors
- Printers
- Copying machines
- Shredders
- TV's
What is e-waste disposal?
While it may seem perfectly okay to throw away your old electronics, you can't legally in most places. Also, larger electronic devices may not fit in your trash can.
And the reality is, disposing of e-waste, or e-waste as it's called can be a bit more troublesome than just throwing it away. Don't be surprised if your local waste disposal company refuses.
Many e-waste removal issues need to change so that this waste is disposed of properly. With the increasing number of laws and regulations, particularly in states like California, many items such as computer monitors, televisions, and even cell phones and batteries can no longer be thrown away.
Not only that, having to ditch a computer or television monitor, especially one of the old CRT devices that still exists, can cost time, effort, and money.
One of the main reasons e-waste poses a challenge for disposal is that almost all e-waste items contain toxic substances. These substances are classified as dangerous to the environment and human health.
How to get rid of Electronic Waste
E-waste disposal is highly dependent on the type of device you need to remove. For example, if electronic items still work or can be quickly restored, old cell phones and mobile devices can usually be given away or given to friends or family.
Older computer devices and printers can be a bit more challenging to give away or give away. However, even older systems can find the right home if they work and are in good condition. We'll talk about TVs in another section here, but you can also donate them if they work and are in good condition.
Depending on the electronic device you are trying to dispose of, thrift stores and nonprofits that sponsor thrift stores may be likely targets for your junk items. If your device finds a new owner, technically, it should no longer be considered "electronic waste."
If you have no interest in selling your old electronic equipment or don't have the hassle of finding a buyer, donating to charities is always a good option.
Of course, if you find a buyer, you can consider selling your e-waste. Usually, this means connecting to sites like Craigslist or eBay. In some cases, you can even send your items to specialist resellers. You may still need to go online to find a dealer who will recondition and resell the items. Specialty reselling is a common approach for older cell phones, especially for the makes and models that are still in demand in the aftermarket.
If you can't sell it, donate it, or give it away, you can recycle your unwanted electronic waste. The last resort is to dispose of electronic devices with your household trash. It is illegal in many places to do so because most electronic devices contain highly toxic materials.
Large E-Waste Disposal
When people think of e-waste, they usually think of cell phones, batteries, MP3 players, etc. But these are just little things. The point is, a lot of e-waste is big! In general, it can be said that any electronic device more extensive than a laptop can qualify as significant electronic waste.
Many of these items are relatively large, such as televisions and computer monitors and printers, scanners, and copiers. The challenge with this type of electronics is its size or mass. As with televisions, we have a device removal and removal page. However, many smaller devices can also be considered sizeable electronic waste. For example, microwave ovens, bakeries, coffee makers, and robotic vacuums might fall under the category of "large electronic waste."
This can be an issue for businesses and other organizations that need to have office equipment. With the advent of the Internet and dedicated networks in the workplace, the vast majority of office machines have become high-tech versions of their old self. Almost all commercial devices have computing capabilities. It stands for electronics, circuit boards, and components made of toxic metals and other materials.
These devices are familiar to electronics, circuit boards, and other high-tech components found in phones, wearable devices, and similar devices. That said, they probably contain toxic substances like mercury, cadmium, and beryllium.
While not all electronic waste products are fully recyclable, large amounts of material can be recovered, reused, or at least effectively disposed of. Recycling, reusing, or reusing e-waste is always better than just taking it to the local landfill.
