Free Radio & Small Electronics Recycling
Radios, walkie-talkies, clocks, calculators, baby monitors — if it’s electronic, we take it. Always free. No appointment needed.
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Do you accept radios and small electronics for recycling?
Yes — we take radios and small electronics free, working or broken, any brand and any age. Bring them to Computer Recycling LLC at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116. No appointment, no minimum quantity, no fee. We are open Monday to Friday 8am–3pm and Saturday 8am–2pm. Pull around to the back dock, ring the bell, and our crew comes out to unload for you — most drop-offs take under five minutes. Nothing is landfilled: working gear is refurbished for reuse and the rest is broken down for material recovery through R2v3 or e-Stewards certified partners. Larger volumes can be picked up instead.
- Free for almost every item — first 3 TVs free
- Working or broken — condition does not matter
- Data-bearing devices wiped or shredded on request
What We Accept
We accept all small electronics: AM/FM radios, shortwave radios, weather radios, walkie-talkies, CB radios, digital clocks, alarm clocks, calculators, baby monitors, electric shavers, electric toothbrushes, handheld GPS units, pedometers, and any other small electronic device you can think of.
Why Recycling Matters
Small electronics are the most commonly trashed e-waste category because people assume they’re too insignificant to recycle. But collectively, they contain enormous quantities of copper, precious metals, and batteries. A single household might discard dozens of small electronics over a few years. Recycling them prevents battery fires in waste facilities and recovers materials that would otherwise require mining.
Buyback & Value Recovery
While individual small electronics rarely have resale value, bulk quantities from businesses, schools, or estate cleanouts are welcome. We process them all responsibly at no cost.
Two Ways to Recycle
🏠 Free Drop-Off
Drive to our North Kansas City location, pull around back, and we’ll help you unload. Takes about 5 minutes. No appointment needed.
Mon–Fri 8am–3pm • Sat 8am–2pm
Get Directions →🏢 Business Pickup
Have a large quantity? We offer scheduled pickups for businesses across the KC metro. We’ll come to you, help load everything, and provide full documentation.
Contact us for pricing
Schedule a Pickup (3+ gaylords) →Why Small Electronics Should Never Go in the Trash
It is tempting to toss a broken calculator or old alarm clock in the garbage because it seems too small to matter, but small electronics create outsized problems in landfills. Button-cell batteries found in watches, clocks, and calculators contain silver oxide or lithium that can leak toxic chemicals into soil and groundwater. Rechargeable devices like electric toothbrushes and shavers house lithium-ion cells that pose fire risks when crushed by compactors at waste facilities — these battery fires are a growing concern for waste management operators nationwide. Gathering your small electronics in a box or bag and dropping them off takes just a few minutes, and you can combine them with any other electronics you need to recycle in the same trip. Every item counts when it comes to keeping hazardous materials out of the environment.
Common questions
Can I recycle radios and small electronics for free in Kansas City?
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Yes. Computer Recycling LLC accepts radios, walkie-talkies, calculators, baby monitors, alarm clocks, remote controls, and other small electronics for free recycling. No appointment needed at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City.
What small electronics does Computer Recycling LLC accept?
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We accept virtually all small electronics: radios (AM/FM, shortwave, ham), walkie-talkies, calculators, baby monitors, alarm clocks, digital clocks, remote controls, electric razors, hair clippers, handheld GPS units, pedometers, and similar items.
Can I throw small electronics in the regular trash?
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Small electronics should not go in regular trash. They contain circuit boards, batteries, and metals that can leach harmful substances into landfills. Recycling recovers valuable materials like copper, aluminum, and rare earth metals while keeping toxins out of the environment.
Do I need to remove batteries before recycling small electronics?
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You do not need to remove batteries before drop-off. We handle battery separation during processing. However, if batteries are leaking or corroded, please let our staff know when you drop off the items.
Have Questions or Want a Buyback Quote?
Tell us about your radio & small electronicss and we’ll get back to you within 1 business day.
Ready to Recycle Your Radio & Small Electronics?
Free recycling for everyone. Buyback available for qualifying equipment. Drop off anytime Mon–Sat.
Computer Recycling LLC offers free radio & small electronics recycling for residents and businesses across the Kansas City metro area. We accept radio recycling, walkie talkie disposal, small electronics recycling, calculator recycling, baby monitor recycling, clock recycling, and more — any brand, any condition, completely free. Equipment with remaining value may qualify for our buyback program.
Located at 125 E 10th Ave, North Kansas City, MO 64116. Open Monday–Friday 8am–3pm, Saturday 8am–2pm. No appointment needed. Businesses can Schedule a Pickup (3+ gaylords). See all items we accept.
