How to Get Rid of an Old TV in Paterson, NJ

✓ Last verified October 21, 2026 against official Paterson, New Jersey and retailer sources. See sources.

Quick answer

Don't put a TV in the trash. New Jersey's Electronic Waste Management Act bans TVs from disposal.
NJDEP's site list includes the City of Paterson yard at 402 E. 16th St. for Paterson residents.
Other listed sites that take drop-offs from any NJ consumer include the Salvation Army at 31 Van Houten St. and Erevival at 33 Branch St.
NJDEP's list was updated January 22, 2026, but hours change, so call any site before you go.

Your options in Paterson

City of Paterson DPW yard Free

NJDEP's e-waste collection site list includes the City of Paterson at 402 E. 16th St. It's for Paterson residents only (municipal consumers), and NJDEP lists hours of Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m., or call for pickup. We didn't find a city web page that confirms TV drop-off or these hours. The city's current bulk-drop-off notice lists different hours for the yard, so call first.

Address: 402 E. 16th St., Paterson, NJ 07514
Hours (NJDEP list, Jan. 2026): Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–4 p.m., or call for pickup
Phone (NJDEP list): (973) 321-1374

Sources: NJDEP – E-Waste Collection Site List (PDF, updated 1/22/2026); City of Paterson – Garbage Collection

Other NJDEP-listed sites in Paterson Free

New Jersey law requires manufacturers to fund free recycling of TVs and other covered devices, and approved collection sites can't charge consumers. These Paterson sites appear on NJDEP's list as open to any New Jersey consumer.

Salvation Army: 31 Van Houten St., Paterson
Erevival: 33 Branch St., Paterson – Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m., 732-429-4392
Note: United Paterson Enterprises (124 Wood St.) is listed for computers only, not TVs

Sources: NJDEP – E-Waste Collection Site List (PDF, updated 1/22/2026); NJDEP – E-Waste program

Home pickup for big TVs & county events Check with city

NJDEP's FAQ says some manufacturer programs offer home pickup for TVs larger than 40 inches or devices weighing 50 pounds or more. Examples include ERI (1-800-572-5300), MRM (1-888-769-0149) and LG (1-866-372-2928). Passaic County also holds electronics collection events for county residents, and proof of residency is required. The next one is October 23–24, 2026, at 950 High Mountain Rd., North Haledon.

Sources: NJDEP – E-Waste FAQs (PDF); Passaic County 2026 Recycling Programs (county list, hosted by Borough of Ringwood, PDF); Passaic County 2026 Computer & Electronics Recycling Collections flyer (hosted by Borough of Totowa, PDF)

Don't do this

Don't put a TV out with FILCO trash or bulk. TVs are banned from NJ trash and aren't on Paterson's bulk-item list.
Don't bring TVs to the county household hazardous waste day. Electronics aren't accepted.
Don't break the screen. Older tube TVs contain lead.

Or pay someone to haul it

If you can't get it to a drop-off site, or can't wait for city pickup, a junk-removal service can take it from inside your home. Prices depend on the company, your location and the size of the load, so get a quote first. Ask whether they recycle or donate items and whether they follow Paterson's rules, especially for electronics and paint.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I put a TV out for Paterson bulk pickup?

TVs aren't on the city's accepted bulk-item list, and NJ law bans them from the trash. Use an NJDEP-listed e-waste site instead.

Is TV recycling free in Paterson?

At NJDEP-approved manufacturer collection sites, it should be. NJ law bars charging consumers there. Call to confirm the site still participates.

Sources

All checked on October 21, 2026. Rules, hours and fees change, so confirm with the source before you go.