South Residential Drop-Off Center (5100 Sunbeam)
5100 Sunbeam, Houston, TX 77033
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We link to where each detail came from. Hours, fees and rules can change, so check with the place before you make the trip.
Plan your visit
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What it accepts
Items we’ve recorded so far. The operator accepts other materials too; see its own list for everything else.
Furniture
AcceptedFree (documented)- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
- Pickup trucks and small trailers up to 10 ft only; no box trucks, U-Hauls or contractor vehicles.
- Limit: Limit two large items such as couches.
Couches
AcceptedFree (documented)- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
- Limit: Limit two large items such as couches.
Mattresses
AcceptedFree (documented)- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
Refrigerators and freezers
Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)- A tag showing the Freon has been removed is required.
- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
Washers and dryers
AcceptedFree (documented)- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
Tires
Accepted with conditionsFree (documented)- Passenger tires only; truck tires are not accepted.
- Bring a current Texas-issued ID and a City of Houston utility bill or lease with the same address; up to four visits a month.
- Limit: Up to 5 passenger tires per visit, 10 per month.
Cardboard
AcceptedFree (documented)Televisions
Not acceptedCost unknownFees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Paint
Not acceptedCost unknownFees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.
Where this information comes from
Checked October 26, 2026
- Residential Drop-Off Centers (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- The Residential Drop-Off Centers are a free service for Houston residents for bulk items, yard waste and recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Bulk or tree waste drop-off requires a current Texas-issued ID and a current City of Houston utility bill or lease with matching addresses. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The South Residential Drop-Off Center is at 5100 Sunbeam, 77033. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residential Drop-Off Centers: rules and accepted materials (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- Drop-off centers are open Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Residents may use the drop-off centers up to four times per month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Furniture is accepted, limited to two large items such as couches. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Mattresses are accepted as bulk items. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Refrigerators are accepted with a tag showing Freon removal. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Household appliances such as stoves, washers and dryers are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Up to 5 passenger tires per visit, maximum 10 per month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Tires are limited to 10 per month. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Cardboard is accepted with other recyclables. Checked October 26, 2026.
- TVs, paint and chemicals are not accepted at the drop-off centers. Checked October 26, 2026.
- Allowed vehicles are pickup trucks and small trailers up to 10 ft. Checked October 26, 2026.
“Checked” means we read the official page on that date. Things can change, so call before you go.
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