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Environmental Service Center South

11500 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77035

Run by City of Houston Solid Waste Management

Hours

MondayClosed
Tuesday to Wednesday8am to 5pm
ThursdayClosed
Friday to Saturday8am to 5pm
SundayClosed

Closed Sunday, Monday and Thursday.

Cost and who can use it

Free for City of Houston residents. Bring a current Texas ID or a City of Houston utility bill or lease.

Resident programs: Houston.

Accepted here

Paint (up to 25 gallons), cleaners, pool chemicals, pesticides, fertilizer, solvents, automotive fluids, fuel (up to 15 gallons), batteries, fluorescent bulbs, propane and helium tanks, fire extinguishers, electronics (up to 5 large items a visit, TVs up to 30 inches), microwaves and up to 5 passenger tires.

Not accepted

  • Commercial vehicle tires
  • Dismantled electronics

The center does not pour out gas, so gas cans stay at the center.

Source

Information from the official City of Houston Solid Waste Management page. Last checked November 4, 2026.

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Environmental Service Center South questions

Is Environmental Service Center South open on Sunday?

No. It's closed on Sunday. On Saturday it's open 8am to 5pm.

What days is Environmental Service Center South open?

Friday, Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Closed Sunday, Monday and Thursday.

How much does Environmental Service Center South cost?

Free for City of Houston residents. Bring a current Texas ID or a City of Houston utility bill or lease.

Who can use Environmental Service Center South?

It's for residents only (Houston). Bring ID and proof of address.

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