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Couch Disposal & Donation in Houston, TX

Couches are collected as heavy trash on your assigned day, or you can drop them off free at a Residential Drop-Off Center (limit two large items such as couches) with a Texas ID and a Houston utility bill or lease.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

8 ways to get rid of a couch in Houston

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · HoustonNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $115.00
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    Book online, set out your couch and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. North Residential Drop-Off Center (9003 N Main)Drop-off · 9003 N Main, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    9003 N Main
    Houston, TX 77022

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  3. Northwest Residential Drop-Off Center (14400 Sommermeyer)Drop-off · 14400 Sommermeyer, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    14400 Sommermeyer
    Houston, TX 77041

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  4. Northeast Residential Drop-Off Center (5565 Kirkpatrick)Drop-off · 5565 Kirkpatrick, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    5565 Kirkpatrick
    Houston, TX 77028

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  5. Southeast Residential Drop-Off Center (2240 Central Street)Drop-off · 2240 Central Street, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    2240 Central Street
    Houston, TX 77017

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  6. South Residential Drop-Off Center (5100 Sunbeam)Drop-off · 5100 Sunbeam, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    5100 Sunbeam
    Houston, TX 77033

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  7. Southwest Residential Drop-Off Center (10785 SW Freeway)Drop-off · 10785 SW Freeway, HoustonHouston residentsFree
    Where

    10785 SW Freeway
    Houston, TX 77074

    Hours

    Tuesday–Saturday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday. Arrive at least 30 minutes before closing.

    Cost & rules

    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.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

  8. City of Houston Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste)City service · HoustonHouston residentsCost not listed
    How it works

    Curbside heavy trash collection every other month (up to six collections a year) for occupied residential units that receive City of Houston curbside service; each address has an assigned collection day.

    Official page (opens in new tab)

Before you go

  1. Check whether it’s clean and intact enough to donate; many charities turn down stains, tears or pet damage.
  2. Ask whether sectional pieces or a sleeper sofa are priced separately.
  3. Confirm the fee, and whether you bring it in or schedule a pickup.
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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste) (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
    • Heavy trash is collected every other month, in even-numbered months, for addresses that receive City curbside service. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Service is limited to occupied residential units receiving City of Houston services. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Heavy trash goes out between 6 p.m. the Friday before and 7 a.m. on the collection day. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Each set-out is limited to 8 cubic yards. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Household furniture such as couches, tables and dressers is accepted as junk waste. 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.
  • Residential Drop-Off Centers: rules and accepted materials (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
    • 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.
  • TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective September 16, 2026
    • TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab) · Texas Commission on Environmental Quality · effective August 3, 2026
    • Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Checked October 26, 2026.

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