Household, rechargeable, lithium-ion and lead-acid batteries all need special handling — they can start fires in trucks and landfills and contain recoverable metals.

In Texas we list 32 batteries drop-off locations across 25 cities, with the most in Fort Worth, Austin, Houston, Alvin and Belton. Each links to its full page with address, phone and hours.

Batteries Drop-Off Locations in Texas

Lighting Resources Texas

📍Fort Worth · 101 E Bowie St, Fort Worth, TX 76110
📞+1 817-921-1440
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Ace Scrap Metal Recycling Co.

📍Houston · 6206 Long Dr, Houston, TX 77087
📞+1 713-643-9922
🕐Today: 9 AM–5 PM
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Snyder Iron & Metal

📍Snyder · 208 N Old Post Rd, Snyder, TX 79549
📞+1 325-573-6862
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–5:30 PM
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Swm - Environmental Services Center

📍Houston · 11500 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77035
📞+1 832-393-7766
🕐Today: Closed
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Lake Travis Regional Re-Use & Recycling Center

📍Austin · 3207 Neidhardt Dr, Austin, TX 78734
📞+1 512-314-7514
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Environmental Collection Center

📍Fort Worth · 6400 Bridge St, Fort Worth, TX 76112
📞+1 817-392-5257
🕐Today: 11 AM–7 PM
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Best Scrap Yard Prices In Livingston

📍Point Blank · Best Scrap Yard Prices In Livingston, Texas - Eastex Recycling, 7351 US-190, Point Blank, TX 77364
📞+1 936-377-5152
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Texas Industrial Scrap Iron

📍Fort Worth · 3800 N Commerce St, Fort Worth, TX 76106
📞+1 817-625-8984
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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La Porte Recycling Center Dropoff

📍La Porte · 2963 N 23rd St, La Porte, TX 77571
📞+1 281-471-9650
🕐Today: 7 AM–4 PM
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R & R Recycling

📍Belton · 510 W Ave O, Belton, TX 76513
📞+1 254-493-1261
🕐Today: 9:30 AM–5 PM
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Orange Recycling - Scrap Yard In Texas

📍Orange · 4481 TX-62, Orange, TX 77632
📞+1 409-405-5050
🕐Today: 8:30 AM–4 PM
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Emr - Bryan (Brickyard Metal Recycling)

📍Bryan · 2800 N Texas Ave, Bryan, TX 77803
📞+1 979-778-2233
🕐Today: 8 AM–4:50 PM
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Hays County Driftwood Recycling

📍Driftwood · Co Rd 162, Driftwood, TX 78619
📞+1 512-216-5235
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Georgetown Metal Recycling

📍Georgetown · 32800 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Georgetown, TX 78633
📞+1 512-630-9787
🕐Today: 8 AM–5:15 PM
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Del Rio Recycling Center

📍Del Rio · 1409 E Gibbs St, Del Rio, TX 78840
📞+1 830-774-8565
🕐Today: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM
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Tyler Recycling Collection Center

📍Tyler · 414 N Bois D'Arc Ave, Tyler, TX 75702
📞+1 903-531-1388
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Edinburg Recycling & Educational Center

📍Edinburg · 3102 US-281 BUS, Edinburg, TX 78539
📞+1 956-292-2133
🕐Today: 8 AM–6:30 PM
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Ellington Airport/Clear Lake Neighborhood Recycling Center

📍Houston · 246 Loop Rd, Houston, TX 77034
📞+1 713-837-0311
🕐Today: 8 AM–8 PM
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Llano Recycling Center

📍Llano · 1933 TX-16, Llano, TX 78643
📞+1 325-423-2435
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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City Of Pflugerville Recycle Center

📍Pflugerville · 15500 Sun Light Near Way, Pflugerville, TX 78660
📞+1 512-990-6400
🕐Today: Closed
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Williamson County Recycling Center

📍Hutto · 600 Landfill Rd, Hutto, TX 78634
📞+1 512-759-8881
🕐Today: 7 AM–5 PM
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Fort Bend County Recycle And Environmental Center

📍Rosenberg · 1200 Blume Rd, Rosenberg, TX 77471
📞+1 281-633-7581
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Harlingen Recycling Center

📍Harlingen · 1006 S Commerce St, Harlingen, TX 78550
📞+1 956-216-5300
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Texas Best Recycling

📍Alvin · 19926 TX-35, Alvin, TX 77511
📞+1 979-549-4175
🕐Today: 9 AM–6 PM
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Fast Cash Recycling Center

📍Kennetale · 8100 Mansfield Hwy, Kennedale, TX 76060
📞+1 817-516-2202
🕐Today: 8 AM–8:30 PM
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Waller County Recycling Center

📍Brookshire · 32159 Morton Rd, Brookshire, TX 77423
📞+1 281-391-2009
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-Off Center

📍Austin · 2514 Business Center Dr, Austin, TX 78744
📞+1 512-974-4343
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Fort Worth Recycling Center

📍Fort Worth · 2400 Brennan Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76106
🕐Today: 8 AM–6 PM
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Ccr Of Texas

📍Austin · 4202 Santiago St, Austin, TX 78745
📞+1 512-215-1550
🕐Today: 9 AM–5:30 PM
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Levelland Recycling Center

📍Levelland · 500 A&M Ln, Levelland, TX 79336
📞+1 806-894-9736
🕐Today: 1–5 PM
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Rockwall Recycling

📍Royse City · 9104 TX-276, Royse City, TX 75189
📞+1 945-333-6069
🕐Today: 8 AM–5 PM
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Scrappy’s Recycling Center

📍Ennis · 5554 TX-34, Ennis, TX 75119
📞+1 972-646-5100
🕐Today: 8 AM–4 PM
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Recycling Batteries in Texas: What to Know

🔋 Single-use (alkaline)
Common AA/AAA/9V. Some areas accept in regular trash, but recycling is preferred.
⚡ Rechargeable & lithium-ion
Phone, laptop and power-tool batteries. Tape the terminals and never bin them loose.
🚗 Lead-acid (car)
Vehicle batteries are widely bought back by auto and scrap yards for their lead.

How to Prepare Batteries

  • Tape the terminals of lithium and 9V batteries to prevent sparks.
  • Never put lithium-ion batteries in curbside recycling — they cause fires.
  • Bag batteries separately and keep them out of the rain.
  • Bring lead-acid car batteries to an auto parts store or scrap yard — many pay a core fee.

Batteries Recycling FAQ — Texas

Which Texas cities have the most batteries drop-off locations?

The most batteries drop-offs are in Fort Worth (4), Austin (3), Houston (3), Alvin (1) and Belton (1). In total we list 32 locations across 25 Texas cities — all listed above with addresses and hours.

Where can I recycle batteries in Texas?

Start with the facilities listed on this page and the full Texas directory. Many hardware stores and electronics retailers also host battery drop-off boxes. Always call ahead to confirm the item is accepted and whether a fee applies.

Is there a fee to drop off batteries?

Some sites accept it free; others charge a per-item or per-pound fee because of processing or disposal costs. Fees change, so confirm with the facility before your visit.

Can I put batteries in my curbside bin?

Usually no — batteries typically needs a dedicated drop-off rather than the curbside recycling cart. Check your city or county program for its specific rules.

See all battery recycling locations by city, the full Texas recycling directory, or batteries recycling in Georgia, Indiana, New Jersey, Minnesota, Pennsylvania.