Holiday Electronics and Battery Recycling: How to Responsibly Dispose of Old Devices This Season
Holiday Gifts Wrapped with Electronics Inside and Batteries
Holiday Electronics and Battery Recycling: How to Responsibly Dispose of Old Devices This Season
Recycle Smarter This Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for giving—and often, for upgrading. New phones, laptops, tablets, and toys powered by batteries are some of the season’s most popular gifts. But what happens to the old electronics and batteries they replace? If tossed in the trash, they can leak harmful materials into the environment.
At Total Reclaim, we make it easy to recycle electronics and batteries safely across the Pacific Northwest.
Why Holiday Recycling Matters
During the holidays, electronic waste (or e-waste) surges as households upgrade devices. Each old smartphone or battery may contain toxic metals such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. When improperly disposed of, these materials can pollute soil and water.
By recycling your electronics with a certified facility like Total Reclaim, you help recover valuable materials and prevent pollution.
How to Recycle Electronics Responsibly
If you’ve upgraded your gadgets this season, here’s how to handle the old ones responsibly:
Wipe your data: Before recycling, make sure to delete personal information from phones, laptops, and tablets.
Remove batteries: If possible, take out any rechargeable or single-use batteries and recycle them separately.
Drop them off at a certified facility: Total Reclaim accepts a wide range of electronics, from computers and TVs to office equipment and small appliances.
Our team ensures your devices are processed according to strict environmental and safety standards.
Battery Recycling Made Simple
Batteries—especially rechargeable lithium-ion types—require careful handling. Never throw them in the trash or curbside recycling. At Total Reclaim, we safely collect, sort, and recycle batteries to recover metals and prevent hazardous fires caused by improper disposal.
You can bring in:
Household batteries (AA, AAA, 9V)
Rechargeable batteries
Power tool and laptop batteries
Small electronics containing embedded batteries
A Greener Gift for the Planet
Giving new electronics is exciting—but giving the planet a cleaner future is even better. This year, make recycling part of your holiday tradition. Encourage friends, family, and coworkers to bring their old electronics and batteries to a certified recycler like Total Reclaim.
Together, we can make the holidays more sustainable for everyone.
Drop-Off and Contact Information
Visit our website to find your nearest Total Reclaim drop-off location and learn more about our electronics and battery recycling programs.