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E-Tech Recyclers

Responsible Electronics Recycling

Battery Recycling

Battery Recycling

Safe, responsible disposal of electronic batteries with special handling for damaged units

We accept laptop, smartphone, power tool, and UPS batteries with professional handling for damaged units. $0.32/lb with additional fees for damaged batteries.

$0.32 Per Pound

Professional battery recycling with special handling for damaged units.
Safe, secure, and environmentally responsible.

Special Handling Requirements

Damaged laptop batteries: $15 fee • Damaged smartphone batteries: $5-$15 fee • All damaged batteries must be individually sealed in plastic bags.

Call Us: (719) 799-6517Visit Our Location
Safe Handling
Most Battery Types
Special Damaged Handling

Batteries We Accept

We safely recycle a wide variety of electronic batteries with special handling procedures for damaged units.

Laptop Batteries

Lithium-Ion batteries from laptops and notebooks

Standard rate + $15 fee if damaged
Smartphone & Tablet Batteries

Mobile device batteries of all sizes

$5-$15 fee if damaged (depending on size)
Power Tool Batteries

Rechargeable batteries from drills, saws, etc.

Standard rate
UPS Batteries

Uninterruptible Power Supply backup batteries

Standard rate (no leaking batteries)
Small Power Banks

Portable charging devices and power banks

Standard rate
Alkaline Household Batteries

AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V household batteries

Standard rate (no special preparation required)

Battery Preparation Instructions

Follow these safety steps to prepare your batteries for recycling:

1
Tape over battery terminals for non-alkaline batteries
2
Wrap batteries individually in plastic wrap
3
Place in separate bags if bringing multiple batteries
4
Damaged batteries must be individually sealed in plastic bags
5
Alkaline batteries require no special preparation

Safety First

Proper preparation prevents short circuits and potential fires during transport. When in doubt, call us at (719) 799-6517 for guidance.

Batteries We Cannot Accept

For safety and regulatory reasons, we cannot accept these battery types:

Vape Batteries - Fire hazard due to unknown manufacturing quality
Car Batteries - We do not have automotive battery recycling capability
Leaking UPS Batteries - Safety hazard, cannot be processed
Home Backup Batteries - Large residential backup systems not accepted
Electric Vehicle (EV) Batteries - Require specialized EV recycling facilities

Need Help with These Items?

For automotive batteries, contact your local AutoZone or Advance Auto Parts. For EV batteries, contact your vehicle manufacturer or certified EV service center.

Battery Examples & Handling

Visual examples of damaged batteries and proper handling techniques

Swollen smartphone battery requiring special handling

Swollen Phone Battery

Requires $5-$15 processing fee and individual sealing

Damaged lithium-ion batteries

Damaged Li-Ion Cells

Must be individually wrapped and sealed for safety

Power bank in hand

Power Banks

Accepted at standard $0.32/lb rate

Damaged Battery Handling

Damaged batteries require special handling due to fire and chemical hazards. We charge additional fees to cover the safe processing costs.

  • • Laptop batteries: $15 processing fee if damaged
  • • Smartphone batteries: $5-$15 fee (size dependent)
  • • Must be individually sealed in plastic bags
  • • Signs of damage: swelling, cracks, leaking, heat

⚠️ Never transport damaged batteries loose or together - fire risk!

Environmental Benefits

Battery recycling prevents toxic chemicals from entering landfills and recovers valuable materials for new products.

  • • Prevents soil and water contamination
  • • Recovers lithium, cobalt, and rare metals
  • • Reduces need for new mining operations
  • • Complies with EPA regulations

Ready to Recycle Your Batteries?

Drop off during business hours - no appointment needed for most residential clients

(719) 799-6517Get Directions

Hours: Mon-Fri: 9AM-4PM, Sat: 10AM-2PM

Address: 2854 N Prospect St., Colorado Springs, CO 80907

Questions about preparation or damage fees? Call us before your visit!