Free Electronics Recycling – Des Plaines Residents Only

Drop-Off Location:

Des Plaines Public Works will accept all computer components, phone equipment, hand-held electronics, DVDs, VCRs and televisions for recycling from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m., every Wednesday, at the Public Works Garage, 1111 Joseph J. Schwab (Campground) Road. The City’s contracted recycling company will wipe all computer hard drives to the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) standards. Computers that meet requirements are then refurbished while unusable equipment is recycled responsibly in accordance with the Illinois Electronics Reuse & Recycling Act. Household appliances (white goods) will not be accepted.

Curbside Pick Up:

The City has a contract with Lakeshore Recycling Systems for Des Plaines residents living in single-family or multi-family homes up to four units. Electronic waste (or e-waste) such as computers, televisions, etc. is accepted curbside by LRS monthly. It is encouraged that you contact the customer service department to schedule services for these items. 844-NEED-LRS or service@lrsrecycles.com.