Swampscott Church to Host Electronics Recycling Event on August 1
SEATTLE (Recycling Monster): Residents of Swampscott and neighboring communities will have an opportunity to recycle unwanted electronics and household items during a special collection event scheduled for August 1 at St. John the Evangelist Church.
The one-day event supports local efforts to reduce electronic waste and promote reuse, complementing broader recycling information available on the RecyclingMonster recycling and scrap prices homepage.
Event Schedule and Location Details
The one-day event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the church parking lot on Humphrey Street.
Organizers will accept a wide variety of electronic devices, household appliances, battery-powered products, and reusable bicycles.
Recycling Fees for Small and Mid-Sized Items
Recycling fees will depend on the type and size of the item.
Smaller electronics such as laptops, computer towers, DVD players, speakers, cameras, and power tools will generally carry a $5 fee.
Mid-sized appliances, including vacuum cleaners, coffee makers, air fryers, sewing machines, and toaster ovens, will cost $10 each.
Pricing for Larger Electronics, Appliances, and Outdoor Equipment
Larger items, including microwave ovens, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, computer monitors, and outdoor equipment, will have fees ranging from $20 to $40.
Larger televisions and projection TVs will attract the highest charges within this range.
Items Accepted Free of Charge
Meanwhile, several items, including cell phones, charging cables, keyboards, tablets, reusable bicycles, vehicle batteries, DVDs, and gaming accessories, will be accepted free of charge.
These free items offer residents an accessible way to keep commonly used electronics and related accessories out of landfill-bound waste streams.
Payment Options for Participants
Cash payments are preferred, while checks will be accepted for transactions above $30.
Clear pricing and simple payment options are intended to make participation straightforward for residents bringing multiple items.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Swampscott electronics recycling event?
The event will be held on August 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the parking lot of St. John the Evangelist Church on Humphrey Street.
What types of items can residents bring to the event?
Residents can bring a wide variety of electronic devices, household appliances, battery-powered products, and reusable bicycles.
How much do smaller electronics cost to recycle?
Smaller electronics such as laptops, computer towers, DVD players, speakers, cameras, and power tools will generally carry a $5 fee.
Which items are accepted free of charge?
Cell phones, charging cables, keyboards, tablets, reusable bicycles, vehicle batteries, DVDs, and gaming accessories will be accepted free of charge.
What payment methods are accepted at the event?
Cash is preferred, and checks will be accepted for transactions over $30.
Market Relevance
This Swampscott church-led recycling event highlights how community-driven collection days help residents responsibly manage electronic and appliance waste, support reuse of bicycles and other items, and complement broader scrap and recycling market information available to U.S. consumers.