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List of Computer & Electronic Reuse & Recycling Options

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Disclaimer: Inclusion in this list is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation by the US EPA, nor does the mention of trade names or commercial products constitute endorsement or recommendation for use. This list is not exhaustive and emphasizes some services available in the Pacific Northwest.

For the most current information on where computers can be recycled in the Seattle area, visit the King County Take It Back Network: Electronics Recycling Exit EPA Disclaimer

Computers and Related Electronics / Donation Opportunities

Computer Bank Charity
15062-B 15th Ave. NE
Seattle, WA 98155
compbank@seanet.com
(206) 365-4657
Accepts IBM compatible (286 and up) and all Macintosh computers, plus printers, monitors, modems, etc. Also accepts software. Pick-up is available for large donations only.
Computer Craft
Renton, WA
(425) 227-9513
Accepts computers and all related components. Refurbishes used computers for resale. Upgrades, repairs and customizes used computers. Provides technical support. Pick-up service available. Services mainly Renton, but will consider additional parts of King County.
Compumentor
89 Stillman Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 512-7784
This organization accepts donations of software only, which it sells to nonprofit groups for a nominal price.
E.I.R. Enterprises
Redmond, WA
(425) 392-8990
Accepts computer equipment from 286 and newer. Service charge may apply. Service area ranges from Bothell to Renton.
InterConnection Computer Reuse and Learning Center
3415 Stone Way North, Seattle, WA 98103

(206) 633-1517
Hours: 10 to 6pm, Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, Saturday. InterConnection accepts all computers and monitors in any condition at no charge. The Center teaches computer maintenance and repair skills to local community members and provides refurbished computers to non-profit organizations locally and abroad. http://www.interconnection.org Exit EPA Disclaimer
Salvation Army
16530 Hwy 99
Lynnwood, WA
425-745-5752
The Salvation Army accepts donation of any computer equipment, in working conditions, for resale in its thrift stores.

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Companies that Recycle Computers and Components

Computer Equipment Resources
29127 NE 62nd Pl.
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 880-4602
This company accepts 486 PCs and above, mini and main frames, and some printers by corporations only (not private individuals).
Equipment Recycling Services
8855 Washington Blvd. Suite 400
Roseville, CA 95678
(800) 258-0070
ERS deals mainly with larger quantities. The company accepts obsolete and almost all other computers. Call for pick-up possibilities.
Homer Treloar
19681 106th Avenue SE
Renton, WA
HLPServ@aol.com
This organization accepts copiers, printers, toner cartridges and other miscellaneous computer supplies for reuse or recycling. Pick up and drop off is available. Email them for more information.
Computer Exchange USA
6025 105th Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA 98033
coexusa@nwlink.com
(425) 827-1181
This organization is a "broker" for used computer equipment and will charge a 20 % finder’s fee to match up people seeking/selling working equipment.
RE-PC
1565 6th Ave South (or 510 Andover Pkwy in Tukwila, WA.)
Seattle, WA 98134
Tukwila Phoone #: (206) 575-8737
repc@sprynet.com
(206) 623-9151
Will buy-back used computers, printers, and other related office equipment. Call for information on types of computers that are accepted. Services all of King County.
Vetco Electronics
13029 Northup Way
Bellevue, WA 98005
Vetco@dycom.net
(425) 869-7025
Accepts 486 and newer PCs, as well as other electronic equipment for repair and sale. Accepts monitors at a charge of $.50/lb. Recycles older computers and equipment. Services all of King County.

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Computer Disks / Magnetic Media

Green Disk Software Recycling
8124 304th Ave SE
Preston, WA 98050
(425) 222-7734
FAX 222-7736
Green Disk Software Recycling will conditionally accept used diskettes and CD ROM disks for recycling. They also will accept tape magnetic media on a case by case basis. The organization provides intellectual property security. Certificate of destruction is available upon request. Some pick up service is available. Call for more information.
Q Technology
15500 Woodinville-Redmond Rd..
Woodinville, WA
(800) 624-7273
Q Technology accepts out of date or unused software packages for PCs that have either not been used or only used once. Diskettes should be included in packages. Call for more information.
Peripheral Manufacturing, Inc.
4775 Paris Street
Denver, CO 80239
Periphman@eazy.com
(800) 468-6888
This manufacturer of magnetic media products erases data in accordance with Dept. of Defense regulations for Government and industrial firms that record secret or sensitive data on disk packs, computer tape, floppy diskettes and winchester disk drives. The work is done on customer’s site or in Denver, CO. The organization also sells recycled/remanufactured magnetic computer tape.

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Companies that Recycle Circuit Boards / Electronic Scrap and Metal

ADS Metals
13333 Bel-Red Road
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 455-8617
ADS Metals accepts populated circuit boards, any non-ferrous metal, or circuit board scrap.
Gold Refiners NW
3011 80th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-2923
This organization accepts all types of circuit boards and electronic scrap.
Hallmark Refining Corp.
1743 Cedardale Rd..
Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
(800) 255-1895 ext. 500
This organization accepts any type of computers or monitors. There is a five hundred pound minimum. Hallmark Refining also accepts any scrap with precious metals, also with a five hundred pound minimum. They sometimes pay for items, call first. Hallmark Refining also has a free pick up service.
Handy and Harman
21520-G Yorba Linda Blvd. Suite 437
Yorba Linda, CA 92687
(714) 281-6201
Handy and Harman accepts electronics, PC boards, and other precious metal bearing scrap.
Martin Metals, Inc.
1321 Wilson Street
Los Angeles, CA 90021
(213) 627-7755
Accepts only precious metal bearing scrap such as electronics, printed circuit board scrap and generic memory chips.
Pacific Iron & Metal
2230 4th Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98124
(206) 628-6232
Pick-up and drop-off available. Only accepts CPUs, no monitors or keyboards. CPUs are broken down into computer scraps, metal properties, and plastics. Please call for service areas.
Pacific Northwest Recycle
PO Box 84412
Seattle, WA 98124
(206) 431-8109
Pacific Northwest Recycle will pick up any amount of computers, monitors or printers. Call for more information.
Riverside Salvage and Metal Company
2316 Harbor Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 932-7262
This organization specializes in processing insulated wire. They will accept electronic scrap. Pick up service is available in Western Washington. Call for more information.
Tacoma Metals, Inc.
1919 Portland Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98421
(253) 467-1774
Tacoma Metals, Inc. will accept non-ferrous electronic scrap and copper and aluminum wire. Call for more information.

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Additional Resources Available to Businesses

King County Green Works Program Exit EPA Disclaimer
400 Yesler Way, #600
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 296-8800
The Green Works Hotline provides assistance for King County businesses with questions about waste reduction and recycling options. The Green Works program also provides resources to help businesses start recycling, and information on recycled products.
IMEX - Industrial Materials Exchange Exit EPA Disclaimer
172 20th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 296-4899
The Industrial Materials Exchange is a free service designed to help your business find markets for you industrial by-products, surplus materials and wastes. Through IMEX, wast generators can be matched with waste users. The goal of IMEX is to conserve energy, resources and landfill space by helping businesses and organizations find alternatives to the disposal of valuable materials or wastes. IMEX listings include: waste byproducts, off specification materials, overstock, obsolete, and damaged items - both used and virgin, and both solid and hazardous materials.
Business Waste Line Exit EPA Disclaimer
(Hazardous Waste)
(206) 296-3976
The Business Waste Line is staffed by specialists in the Health Department who provide technical information on hazardous waste reduction, disposal requirements and options, plus interpretation of local, state and federal regulations. They also act as a referral service. Ask for a copy of their free booklet, "Hazardous Waste, A Management Guide for Local Businesses." A Small Quantity Generator is any business that generates less than 220 pounds of hazardous waste or 2.2 pounds of extremely hazardous waste per month. SQGs are exempt from some of the paperwork associated with regulated hazardous wastes, but they still must use proper waste management procedures.
Washington Department of Ecology (DOE) Exit EPA Disclaimer
Northwest Regional Office
(425) 649-7000
24 hour Emergency Response to Spills
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
(General Assistance)
DOE Hotline. Staffed by specialists in the Washington State Department of Ecology, who provide regulatory information on wastes generated. Businesses exceeding the definition of Small Quantity Generator, described above, should phone 649-7000 and ask to speak with a Dangerous Waste Inspector. To obtain information on SARA Title III or hazardous substances and emissions reported under the Community Right-to-Know laws, call 1-800-633-7585 (Hazardous Substance Information Office).
EPA Region 10
1200 6th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98101
(800) 424-4372 (AK, ID, OR, WA only)
This EPA toll free number provides information on a variety of environmental issues, including waste reduction, hazardous waste, wetland protection, and air pollution.

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