City Of Houston Building Materials Reuse Warehouse
Recycling Center in Houston, Texas
About This Location
The City of Houston Building Materials Reuse Warehouse at 9003 N Main Street gives reusable building materials a second life while keeping them out of local landfills. Houston residents can donate clean, safe, reusable items - lumber, cabinets, doors, flooring, windows, plumbing fixtures, lighting, energy-efficient appliances, bricks, and hardware - and organizations, non-profits, and community groups can take materials at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Inventory varies daily, and visitors select and transport their own items.
What City of Houston Building Materials Reuse Warehouse Accepts
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What they do not accept
This is a reuse warehouse for building materials, not a curbside-style recycling center. It does not take hazardous materials, construction debris, damaged goods, or everyday household recyclables like bottles and cans.
Fees
- Materials — Free (no cost, first-come first-served)
Access & restrictions
Open to the public · Walk-in (no appointment) · City of Houston residents may donate; organizations, non-profits, and community groups may take materials. No pickup or delivery - visitors transport their own items. Inventory varies daily.
Programs & events
- Building materials reuse / donation
Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I donate to the Houston Building Materials Reuse Warehouse?
City of Houston residents can donate clean, safe, reusable building materials: lumber, cabinets, doors, flooring, windows, plumbing fixtures, lighting, energy-efficient appliances, bricks, and hardware. Items must be in reusable condition.
Does it cost anything to take materials?
No. Materials are available at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis. Inventory varies daily, so availability is not guaranteed, and you must select and transport your own items - there is no pickup or delivery.
What won't the reuse warehouse accept?
It does not take paint, solvents, or other hazardous materials, construction debris, damaged materials, or non-energy-efficient appliances. Household recyclables like bottles and cans belong in Houston's curbside recycling instead.
When is the reuse warehouse open?
The warehouse at 9003 N Main Street is open Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed Sunday and Monday. Call 281-814-3324 with questions.
Where do I recycle electronics in Houston instead?
This reuse warehouse is for building materials, not electronics. For e-waste, use the City of Houston's Environmental Service Centers or neighborhood depositories, which accept electronics from Houston residents.
Last verified: October 2026. Sources: source. Spotted something wrong? Suggest a correction.
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