Electronics Recycling
Electronics Recycling & E-Waste Dropoff in Bellingham
Responsible electronics recycling for a sustainable future. We safely dispose of your old computers, phones, and electronic devices while protecting your data and the environment. Serving Bellingham and surrounding communities with certified e-waste recycling services.
How Our Program Works
Our simple three-step process makes electronics recycling easy and responsible
Bring your items / schedule pickup
Drop off your electronics at our facility or schedule a convenient pickup service for larger quantities.
Sort, test, refurbish / dismantle
Our experts carefully evaluate each item to determine if it can be refurbished for reuse or needs to be dismantled for recycling.
Data destruction, recycling, resale
We ensure secure data destruction, responsibly recycle materials, and give working devices a second life through resale.
What We Accept (and What We Don't / What Costs)
Clear guidelines for electronics recycling and disposal
Free Items
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Desktop Computers
All desktop PCs and towers
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Laptops & Tablets
Portable devices and accessories
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Cell Phones
Smartphones and basic phones
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Printers & Scanners
Office equipment and peripherals
Charged / By Quote
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Batteries
Bulged/Defective Lithium Ion, and non-Laptop and Cell Phone Lithium Ion
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Non-Lithium Ion/Lead Acid Batteries
Anything other than lithium ion batteries
Data Security & Certifications
Your data is protected with industry-leading security standards
Secure Data Handling
We follow strict protocols for data collection, processing, and storage to ensure your information remains secure throughout our entire process.
Certified Destruction
All data destruction is performed using certified methods with complete documentation and certificates of destruction provided for your records.
Destruction Certificates
Receive detailed certificates documenting the complete destruction of your data, providing proof of compliance and peace of mind.
R2v3 Certified
NAID Member
Why Choose Us
Environmental Impact
We're committed to reducing electronic waste and protecting our planet through responsible recycling practices.
Local Service
Proudly serving our local community with personalized service and support you can trust.
Transparent Fees
No hidden costs or surprise charges. We provide clear, upfront pricing for all our services.
Community Benefit
Supporting local jobs and contributing to a healthier community through responsible business practices.
Frequently Asked Questions - General
Find answers to common questions about our products and services
Yes, electronics recycling is environmentally friendly because it prevents hazardous materials like lead and mercury from polluting the environment, reduces the need for mining raw materials by recovering valuable resources, and minimizes e-waste in landfills. By recycling electronics, we promote sustainability and help protect the planet.
After you recycle your electronics with us, we test and sort them to determine their condition. Functional devices are refurbished, securely wiped of data, and resold to extend their lifespan. Non-functional items are dismantled, and valuable materials like metals and plastics are sent to certified recycling facilities for proper processing, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Electronics recycling is important because it protects the environment by reducing hazardous waste, conserves valuable materials like metals for reuse, and minimizes the amount of e-waste in landfills. It also ensures data security by securely erasing sensitive information and supports a sustainable economy by repurposing and recycling electronic components.
Electronics recycling is the process of properly disposing of or repurposing electronic devices to reduce environmental impact and conserve valuable resources. It involves collecting, sorting, and processing unwanted or obsolete electronics like computers, smartphones, tablets, and other devices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Accepted Items
Find answers to common questions about our products and services
If you're unsure whether an item is recyclable, feel free to contact us with details about the item. Our team will gladly assist you in determining if the item can be recycled through our program or guide you to the appropriate resources for its disposal.
We do not currently accept lightbulbs as part of our electronics recycling program due to their specific disposal requirements. However, we recommend checking with local recycling facilities or programs that specialize in handling lightbulbs to ensure they are disposed of safely and responsibly. We are currently able to accept most types of batteries. We have to charge for most battery types.
Yes, you can recycle small household appliances like toasters, blenders, and microwaves. These items are processed to recover valuable materials, ensuring they are recycled responsibly and kept out of landfills.
Yes, we accept broken or non-working electronics. These items are evaluated to determine if they can be repaired or refurbished. If not, they are responsibly dismantled, and their components are recycled to recover valuable materials and minimize environmental impact.
You can recycle a wide range of electronics, including computers, laptops, smartphones, tablets, monitors, printers, keyboards, cables, and small household appliances. We also accept other electronic devices like gaming consoles, routers, and network equipment. If you’re unsure about a specific item, feel free to contact us for clarification.