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About This Location

Holmes Road Recycling at 2820 Holmes Rd is Houston's largest independent scrap yard — family-owned for over 57 years — welcoming individual peddlers and home recyclers alongside industrial customers with state-certified scales.

What this location Accepts

✓ Steel and structural iron
✓ Cast iron
✓ Copper (all grades)
✓ Copper wire (bare and insulated)
✓ Brass
✓ Aluminum (all grades, including cans)
✓ Stainless steel
✓ Lead and zinc
✓ White goods / large appliances
✓ Electric motors
✓ Auto batteries
✓ Catalytic converters
✓ E-scrap / electronics metals
✓ End-of-life automobiles (with title)
✓ Oil field pipe and mufflers
✓ AC/reefer units
✓ Special alloys

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances

What they do not accept

✕ Vehicles without title
✕ Household recyclables (paper, cardboard, plastics, glass)
✕ Household hazardous waste
✕ Materials on their 'Unacceptable Scrap Metal' list (contact yard for specifics)

Programs & events

  • Container Service — Roll-off container drop-off and pickup for commercial and construction sites across a 13-city Houston area
  • Peddler / Home Recycler Service — Individual recyclers can drive in and sell scrap metal during business hours; scales are easily accessible with customer-facing displays

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can individuals bring small amounts of scrap metal to Holmes Road Recycling?

Yes. Holmes Road explicitly welcomes peddlers and home recyclers. If you're driving by with scrap metal to sell, you can stop in during business hours (Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM, Sat 7:30 AM–noon) without an appointment.

Do I need a title to scrap my car at Holmes Road Recycling?

Yes. Automobile recycling requires a title. Call (713) 799-9960 ahead of your visit to confirm current auto scrap pricing and documentation requirements.

How do I know I'm being weighed accurately at Holmes Road Recycling?

All scales at Holmes Road are state-certified and have weight displays positioned so customers can see their load's weight during the transaction.

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Contact & Location

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Address
Inc., 2820 Holmes Rd, Houston, TX 77051
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City / State
Houston, Texas

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday 7:30 AM–12:00 PM
Sunday Closed
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