How to get rid of a TV in Philadelphia, PA

Philadelphia does not collect TVs at the curb. Take it to one of the six Sanitation Convenience Centers, which accept electronic waste including televisions. Bring proof you live in Philadelphia.

Last checked against the official City of Philadelphia Department of Sanitation website. See sources.

Cost
No fee listed
How
Drop it off at a Sanitation Convenience Center
Not allowed
Curbside trash collection

Seasonal set-out times: from October 1 to March 31, set trash out between 5 p.m. the night before and 7 a.m. on collection day (Center City: 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.). From April 1 the evening start moves to 7 p.m. (Center City 8 p.m.).

City pickup: not available for TVs

Philadelphia curbside collection does not take TVs or other electronics.

Why

  • The City's residential trash rules list electronics (computers, televisions) as not accepted for curbside collection.
  • The rules say to take electronics to a Sanitation Convenience Center.

Skip to your real options: drop it off, donate it.

Option 1: Drop it off yourself

  • Sanitation Convenience Centers (six locations) are open Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., closed City holidays.
  • They accept electronic waste, including computers, monitors and televisions.
  • Bring proof that you live in Philadelphia. Vehicles must weigh less than 6,000 pounds total, and commercial loads are not allowed.

Option 2: Donate or give it away

  • If the TV still works, you can give it away to a neighbor or through a community exchange. Charities set their own rules for electronics, so call before you drop one off.

Donation rules are set by each charity and can change. Call before you load up.

What we could not confirm

  • We did not list Convenience Center addresses because the City's service page shows them only on an interactive map. Use the City's locator.

Common questions

Can I put a TV out with the trash in Philadelphia?
No. Electronics such as televisions are not accepted for curbside collection. Take it to a Sanitation Convenience Center.
When are the convenience centers open?
Monday to Saturday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. They are closed on City holidays.
Can I book a Bulk Collection appointment for a TV?
The City's rules send electronics to Sanitation Convenience Centers, not curbside pickup.

Sources

Last checked Oct 29, 2026. We read each page below on that date.

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