Refrigerator Recycling in Houston, TX

Refrigerators and freezers are collected with heavy trash or accepted at the Residential Drop-Off Centers only with a certified technician's tag showing the refrigerant has been removed.

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At landfills, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other items containing CFC refrigerant must be handled under the federal refrigerant-recovery rule (40 CFR 82.156). (30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab))

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

9 ways to get rid of a refrigerator in Houston

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North Residential Drop-Off Center (9003 N Main)Drop-off · 9003 N Main, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Northwest Residential Drop-Off Center (14400 Sommermeyer)Drop-off · 14400 Sommermeyer, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Northeast Residential Drop-Off Center (5565 Kirkpatrick)Drop-off · 5565 Kirkpatrick, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Southeast Residential Drop-Off Center (2240 Central Street)Drop-off · 2240 Central Street, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
South Residential Drop-Off Center (5100 Sunbeam)Drop-off · 5100 Sunbeam, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Southwest Residential Drop-Off Center (10785 SW Freeway)Drop-off · 10785 SW Freeway, HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyFree
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
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.
Full details & sources Official site (opens in new tab)
Conroe/North Montgomery County Recycle CenterCounty service · Montgomery CountyCost not listed
How it works
Montgomery County Precinct 1 recycling drop-off at 142 W. Wally Wilkerson Pkwy, Conroe, TX 77303 (936-539-7911). Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; closed weekends and county holidays. Items must be sorted by type and cleaned before arrival.
Cost & rules
- Sort items by type and clean them before arrival; open weekdays 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Official page (opens in new tab)
City of Houston Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste)City service · HoustonHouston residentsConditions applyCost 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.
Cost & rules
- Only with a certified technician’s tag showing the refrigerant has been removed.
Official page (opens in new tab)

Before you go

Refrigerant must be removed by a certified technician; ask whether the operator handles that and what it costs.
Empty and clean it, and ask whether doors must be removed or taped shut.
Check for utility appliance-recycling rebates before paying for disposal.

More about refrigerators and freezers

Texas rules

At landfills, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other items containing CFC refrigerant must be handled under the federal refrigerant-recovery rule (40 CFR 82.156). Source: 30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab)
TCEQ says household hazardous waste is not regulated as hazardous waste when it comes from a household and can often go in regular trash. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)

More Texas rules (4)

Many Texas communities run HHW drop-off facilities or collection events; TCEQ keeps a list of ongoing programs and scheduled events. Source: TCEQ: Household Hazardous Waste, a Guide for Texans (opens in new tab)
Some HHW drop-off programs require a voucher from your sponsoring local government. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
Some HHW facilities may charge a fee; check with the facility. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)
If your area is not on TCEQ's HHW programs list, call your local government or regional council of governments about future events. Source: TCEQ: Contacts for Local Household Hazardous Waste Programs (opens in new tab)

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Where this information comes from

Checked October 26, 2026

Conroe/North Montgomery County Recycle Center (opens in new tab) · Montgomery County Precinct 1
- The Conroe/North Montgomery County Recycle Center is at 142 W. Wally Wilkerson Pkwy, Conroe, TX 77303, open Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
- All items must be sorted by type and cleaned before arrival. Checked October 26, 2026.
- The center accepts household appliances including refrigerators, freezers, microwaves, washers and dryers. Checked October 26, 2026.
Heavy Trash Collection (Bulk & Tree Waste) (opens in new tab) · City of Houston Solid Waste Management Department
- 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.
- Refrigerators and freezers are taken only with a certified technician tag showing the refrigerant was removed. 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.
- Refrigerators are accepted with a tag showing Freon removal. Checked October 26, 2026.
30 Tex. Admin. Code 330.147: Disposal of Large Items (TCEQ rule, LII copy) (opens in new tab) · Legal Information Institute, Cornell Law School (text of a TCEQ rule) · effective November 17, 2024
- At landfills, refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other items containing CFC refrigerant must be handled under the federal refrigerant-recovery rule (40 CFR 82.156). Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check) · not yet confirmed.
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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