Can anyone suggest how we might get rid of an old Philips 32" CRT TV? It's very heavy to lift. Are there any local companies/charities who might take it away for a small fee?
Alternatively...
Free to anyone who wants it and can take it away! It predates the digitial switchover though does receive digital channels with an added digital tuner.
Re: Old TV Removal - Richard (10th Feb 2013 - 17:31:01)
I thought old electrical equipment had to be recycled by the supplier of the new. WEEE regulations spring to mind here, but it might only apply to old computers...
Re: Old TV Removal - Julie (10th Feb 2013 - 19:12:29)
Sounds plausible but new one has been purchased through Amazon and I'm sure they won't collect!
Re: Old TV Removal - Richard (11th Feb 2013 - 08:31:41)
I don't think Amazon are exempt from the regulations. And here is Amazon's piece on it www.amazon.co.uk/gp/help/...
Re: Old TV Removal - Jay W (11th Feb 2013 - 19:16:53)
Julie you could try the British Heart Foundation 0844 417 9010 (6p per minute from BT landline) or online at bhf.org.uk/collection.
They collect unwanted furniture and electricals and offer a complete house clearance service (although they may charge for that).
Then there is always Freecycle but you have to join that.
I think we put ours in the Messenger (for free) and offered it for free.
Re: Old TV Removal - Julie (12th Feb 2013 - 09:38:22)
Thanks Richard for pointing this out. However our TV predates Jan 2007 so I think Amazon's seller is not under obligation to collect it. Interesting to know this WEEE Directive exists though.
Jay, I will try the BHF route - thanks!
Re: Old TV Removal - Julie (15th Feb 2013 - 13:41:06)
Just wanted to recommend to anyone the British Heart Foundation collection service. They have today collected my old TV for no fee, at the agreed time, and with a phone call to say they were on their way!
If you have any unwanted electricals in good working order or furniture in good condition, give them a call! They sell it on to raise funds for their work.
See their website address and phone number earlier on in this thread.
Re: Old TV Removal - Jay W (15th Feb 2013 - 19:04:48)
Glad they were able to help you Julie. It's such a waste all these useable things going to the tip.
Now, anyone know where my parents can get rid of a load of videos? They were rejected by Liphook Care this afternoon (after my poor Dad walked all the way there carrying the bag full).
