If you are wondering what to do with that old computer, it would be wise to keep reading. Now under California law you simply just can’t throw your old computer away any way you like. They are rules and these rules specify that we have to be mindful of the environment and the consequences of not adhering to these stipulations.
Here at Junk King we recommend that you practice safe and legal computer disposal and encourage you to let us dispose of your computer through any one of our various recycling options. We partner with several recycling facilities in Sonoma and other part of the country and will ensure your computer is disposed in the right way. Our services make it easier for you to be environmentally friendly and also follow the law.
Why Computer Disposal Is Important
The proper handling of computer disposal is essential and we want to encourage and educate businesses and individuals on the importance of proper computer waste disposal. This is due to the following reasons.
Firstly, computers are made up of a wide range of metals and raw materials. These raw materials include silver, aluminum, copper, lead, and gold. However, when recycled correctly, they can be used to produced new devices and can be toxic when left unused.
It is also very important to understand that this also encourages a decrease in the mining of new raw materials which in turn reduces the damage to the earth caused by over-mining throughout the world.
Secondly, toxic waste materials can also damage the world’s drinking water if underground water systems are contaminated when old computer components breakdown into the water supply.
What Type of Computers Qualify for Electronic Disposal
Computers of all ages, and from all brands are not exempted. This is because Junk King is readily available to accept almost any kind of computer accessory. We readily take away individual components like keyboards, printer, RAM, video cards, external hard drives, LED screens, and optical drives. All you have to do is just trust us with you computer disposal project.
How Junk King Makes E-Waste Easy
You don’t have to think about the items going to the wrong or right place or the sorting of your computer parts. With Junk King, everything can become easier all it takes if for you to have a strong will and give us a call so we can schedule a pickup time, and come dispose of your old and unwanted computer. Contact us online for a free quotation.