PLAN YOUR VISIT
Free Recycling for Your Unwanted Electronics
No appointment needed. Drop off accepted electronics Monday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM. Our main customer drop-off location is near TV Hwy and Cornelius Pass. Call 1-833-GROVETS for directions.
Bring accepted electronics from home, whether they work or not. Recycling and data handling are free, with no hidden service fees. Personal drop-offs do not require routine paperwork.
The Quick Answers
- TVs and monitors: Any type or size is accepted.
- Condition: Working, broken, incomplete, or dismantled is fine.
- Printers: Remove ink and toner cartridges first.
- Lighting: No bulbs, lamps, fixtures, or other lighting.
- Batteries: Lithium batteries must stay installed in accepted devices. Lead-acid batteries are accepted separately.
WHAT WE TAKE
Accepted Items
Find your equipment below. Accepted equipment can be working, broken, incomplete, or dismantled. Please check any notes before bringing items in. Devices, components, and drives are listed in separate categories. If an item does not clearly fit a category, contact us with a brief description before bringing it in.
Computers
Computers used at home, in offices, and in server rooms, including units with missing parts. Separate components and drives are listed below.
- Desktop towers and all-in-one computers
- Laptops and notebook computers
- Servers
Networking & Rack Equipment
Network electronics and the racks, cabinets, and accessories used to house and connect them.
- Routers, switches, and modems
- Firewalls and wireless access points
- Patch panels
- Rack-mounted electronics
- Empty server racks and cabinets
- Rack shelves, rails, and other metal rack accessories
Computer Parts
Complete or dismantled computer components, including empty cases. Drives and other storage devices are listed under Storage Devices.
- Motherboards and other circuit boards
- RAM and memory modules for desktops, laptops, and servers
- Processors (CPUs)
- Graphics cards (GPUs)
- Sound cards, network cards, and other expansion cards
- Power supplies
- Cooling fans and heat sinks
- Empty computer cases
- Other dismantled computer components and chips
Storage Devices
Devices used to save, carry, and back up files. Tell us about any specific data-handling requirements before handing over your devices.
- Internal hard drives for desktops, laptops, and servers
- SCSI and SAS hard drives, including server drives
- SATA solid-state drives (SSDs)
- M.2 and NVMe solid-state drives
- Portable and desktop external hard drives
- USB flash drives and thumb drives
Computer Accessories
Everyday peripherals and connection cables used with computers and other electronics.
- Wired and wireless keyboards
- Wired and wireless mice
- Webcams
- Docking stations and USB hubs
- Chargers and power adapters
- Computer cables and power cords, including cables supplied with devices
- USB, network, and audio/video cables
Displays
We accept any TV or computer monitor, regardless of type, size, or working condition.
- Flat-screen TVs and monitors, including LCD, LED, OLED, and plasma displays
- CRT (tube) TVs and monitors
- Projection TVs
- Broken or nonworking TVs and monitors
Office Equipment
Electronics used for office communication, printing, document handling, mailing, and checkout.
- Printers, scanners, copiers, and fax machines
- Corded office and desk phones, including older Cisco phones
- VoIP and IP desk phones
- Paper shredders
- Postage machines
- Cash registers and point-of-sale equipment
Remove ink and toner cartridges from printers, copiers, and other printing equipment before recycling. Loose ink and toner supplies are not accepted. Electric staplers and cordless home phones are excluded.
Gaming Devices
Home consoles, handheld gaming systems, and portable gaming PCs.
- Xbox consoles
- PlayStation consoles
- Nintendo home consoles, including Wii and Wii U
- Nintendo Switch consoles, including Switch Lite
- Handheld gaming systems, including Game Boy, Nintendo DS/3DS, PSP, and PS Vita
- Portable gaming PCs, including Steam Deck
Mobile Devices
Portable devices used for calls, apps, browsing, and cellular internet access, including phones, tablets, and mobile hotspots.
- Smartphones, including iPhones and Android phones
- Basic cell phones and flip phones
- Tablets, including iPads and Android tablets
- Mobile hotspots and portable cellular Wi-Fi devices
Cordless home phones are not accepted. Lithium batteries, including lithium-polymer (LiPo) batteries, are accepted when installed in accepted devices. Loose lithium batteries are not accepted.
Audio & Video Equipment
Home and commercial equipment used to record, play, project, or amplify sound and video.
- Speakers, including Bluetooth speakers
- Headphones and microphones
- Amplifiers and stereo receivers
- Radios and turntables
- VCRs and DVD/Blu-ray players
- Projectors
- Commercial audio/video equipment
Cable and satellite TV receiver boxes are not accepted. Stereo receivers are accepted.
Cameras
Devices used to take photographs and record video, including both digital and film equipment.
- Digital compact cameras
- Digital DSLR and mirrorless cameras
- Film cameras
- Camcorders
Smart-Home Devices
Connected electronics used to control, monitor, or automate the home. All lighting products are excluded.
- Smart speakers and voice assistants
- Smart-home hubs and controllers
- Smart thermostats
- Smart doorbells and home security cameras
- Smart sensors and locks
- Smart plugs
Smart bulbs, light strips, lighting systems, and dedicated lighting controllers are not accepted.
E-Bikes & Electric Scooters
Electric bicycles and kick scooters used for personal transportation, including folding and commuter models.
- E-bikes (electric bicycles)
- Electric kick scooters
- Folding electric scooters
- Commuter electric scooters
Lithium batteries, including LiPo batteries, are accepted when installed in the e-bike or scooter. We do not accept loose lithium batteries, mobility scooters, or powered wheelchairs.
Power Equipment & Lead-Acid Batteries
We accept lead-acid batteries on their own and inside uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units used for backup power.
- Lead-acid batteries
- Sealed lead-acid (SLA) batteries
- UPS battery-backup units with lead-acid batteries
- Replacement lead-acid UPS batteries
Not sure which battery type your UPS uses? Contact us with the make and model before bringing it in.
PLEASE LEAVE THESE OUT
Items We Cannot Accept
The following items are outside our electronics recycling service.
Household Appliances
The kitchen, heating, and household appliances listed below are outside our electronics recycling service.
- Refrigerators
- Microwave ovens
- Cooktops and ranges
- Coffee makers, with or without digital components
- Electric heaters
Personal-Care Devices
The grooming and personal-care devices listed below are not accepted, including versions with electronic controls.
- Electric shavers
- Electric toothbrushes
- Hairdryers, with or without electronic controls
- Hair straighteners
Medical Devices
We do not accept medical equipment. The items below are examples; other medical equipment is also excluded.
- CPAP machines
- Electronic blood-pressure monitors
Mobility Equipment
Mobility scooters and powered wheelchairs are not accepted. E-bikes and electric kick scooters are accepted.
- Mobility scooters
- Powered wheelchairs
Lighting
We do not accept lighting of any kind, including conventional and smart lighting.
- Light bulbs of any type, including incandescent, halogen, LED, and CFL bulbs
- Fluorescent tubes
- Lamps and light fixtures
- String lights and light strips
- Smart lighting systems and dedicated lighting controllers
Phones & TV Receivers
Cordless home-phone equipment and cable or satellite receiver boxes are excluded. Corded office and VoIP desk phones are accepted under Office Equipment; cell phones are listed under Mobile Devices.
- Cordless home phones and handsets
- Cordless phone base stations
- Cable TV receiver boxes
- Satellite TV receivers
Printer Supplies & Batteries
The printer supplies and non-lead-acid rechargeable batteries listed below are not accepted on their own. Lead-acid batteries are accepted; see Power Equipment & Lead-Acid Batteries above.
- Ink cartridges
- Toner cartridges and printer toner
- Loose lithium-ion and lithium-polymer (LiPo) batteries
- Other loose rechargeable batteries, except lead-acid batteries
Lithium batteries installed in accepted devices are accepted; do not bring boxes of loose lithium batteries. Lead-acid batteries are accepted separately or inside UPS units. Remove ink and toner cartridges from printing equipment before recycling.
Other Office Devices
Electric staplers are not accepted.
- Electric staplers
Accounts & Device Locks
Removing account locks and mobile device management (MDM) enrollment before recycling is preferred, but not required. We also accept locked devices. If possible, sign out of accounts, turn off activation locks, and have your organization remove its management enrollment. Back up files you want to keep, and tell us about any specific data-handling requirements before handoff. Do not send us your passwords.
Not Sure About an Item?
Ask us about any item you are unsure of before bringing it in. You can drop off accepted items during opening hours without an appointment. Lead-acid batteries and UPS units with lead-acid batteries are accepted. Lithium batteries, including LiPo batteries, are accepted inside accepted devices, but not loose. Any TV or monitor is accepted. Remove ink and toner cartridges from printing equipment before recycling. No lighting of any kind is accepted.
What About the Data on My Devices?
Back up files you want to keep. You do not need to erase devices yourself to use our data-handling service.
For safety, our main customer drop-off location is separate from our shredding facility. We do not offer live viewing of destruction. Learn about our handling process.
Anonymous drop-offs receive our highest level of data protection without routine customer paperwork. If you need a specific processing method, certificate, or report, tell us before handing over the equipment. Learn about anonymous drop-offs.
Recycling for a Business?
The same accepted-item list applies. For business drop-offs, pickups, large cleanouts, recurring bins, or documentation requirements, explore our business services.
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