We’re in that time of year where spring cleaning hits full force, and if you’ve been driving around Rockford recently, you’ve probably seen it too: curbs stacked with old furniture, busted dressers, and more than a few broken TVs just waiting for curb pickers to stop by.
Not everything should go out for garbage pickup because they just won’t take it. It’ll sit on the curb in front of your house forever, and we don’t want that.
Broken TVs are so tricky. In many regular garbage pickup won’t take them because of the electronics and materials inside. So instead of leaving them out hoping they magically disappear, it’s important to know the proper way to get rid of them.
Don’t Trash It Yet: Where to Take Broken TVs in Rockford
One option is to Keep Northern Illinois Beautiful, which helps guide residents toward responsible disposal and recycling options for items like electronics. It’s a simple step that helps keep waste out of landfills and ensures these materials are handling the right way instead of just sitting or breaking down outdoors…