How to dispose of a dead TVDon't take shortcutsYour first step should be to verify the hardware is actually dead, or at least unusable. If you're seeing dead pixels, permanent lines, or conspicuous burn-in, there's probably nothing you can do. What you should never do with a TV is simply toss it in a dumpster or out with your regular trash. Last on my list is selling your TV for parts on sites like eBay, Craigslist, or Facebook Marketplace. A few notes on preparing your TV for disposalPlaying it extra safeTypically there's not much you have to do to get a TV ready for disposal, but there are a few things.