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Server Recycling: Secure Data Destruction & IT Disposal

When your company's servers reach end-of-life, the question isn't just where to put them – it's how to protect years of sensitive data while complying with environmental regulations. After helping hundreds of businesses in the Edwardsville area safely retire their IT...

How to Dispose of Washer & Dryer: Complete Guide 2025

After 15 years of helping Edwardsville families dispose of their old appliances, we've seen it all – from washing machines that died mid-cycle with a basement full of soapy water to dryers that decided to quit just as winter arrived. The question we hear most often?...

E-Waste Environmental Impact: Expert Recycling Insights

The Hidden Environmental Crisis: How Electronic Waste is Reshaping Our Planet (And What We Can Do About It) In our 15 years of electronic recycling at CJD E-Cycling, we've processed over 12,000 tons of discarded electronics, and what we've witnessed firsthand is...
What to Do with Old Cell Phones: Complete Recycling Guide

What to Do with Old Cell Phones: Complete Recycling Guide

What to Do with Old Cell Phones: A Complete Guide to Responsible Phone Recycling If you're like most Americans, you probably have at least one old cell phone sitting in a drawer somewhere. Maybe it's your previous iPhone gathering dust, or perhaps you've accumulated...

How to Recycle Power Tools: Complete Guide + Tips 2025

How to Recycle Power Tools: Complete Guide + Tips 2025

That dusty DeWalt drill sitting in your garage corner? It's worth more than you think. Those dead Milwaukee batteries taking up space in your toolbox? They contain valuable materials that shouldn't end up in a landfill. Whether you're a weekend warrior tackling home...

Is It Illegal to Throw Away Electronics? Laws & Penalties

Is It Illegal to Throw Away Electronics? Laws & Penalties

Is It Illegal to Throw Away Electronics? Complete Guide to Electronics in Dumpster Laws If you're wondering whether it's illegal to throw away electronics, the short answer is: yes, in most places. Twenty-eight US states, including California, New York, and Texas,...

Your Complete Guide to Buying a Refurbished PC

Your Complete Guide to Buying a Refurbished PC

Looking for a refurbished PC that delivers reliable performance without the premium price tag? The refurbished computer market has exploded in recent years, with businesses and consumers discovering they can get enterprise-grade technology at substantial savings. But...

What is an R2 Certified Recycler?

R2 Certified Recycler: Your Complete Guide to R2v3 Certification Benefits When searching for an R2 certified recycler, businesses face a critical decision that impacts data security, environmental compliance, and regulatory requirements. Your company just upgraded its...

How Can CJD Help?

We are here to help you safely and legally dispose of your unwanted electronics. Have any questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out!