Proper E-Waste Disposal in Harris County & Beyond
Pounds recycled since 2011
Manufacturers registered
Collection sites statewide
DISP Act enacted
Requires manufacturers of computers, monitors, and other covered devices to provide free and convenient recycling for Texas residents. The program is manufacturer-funded, not taxpayer-funded. Consumers pay no fee to recycle covered devices at authorized collection sites.
Administered by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Free recycling required
Must be recycled
Note: Televisions are banned from Texas landfills but are not covered by the DISP Act's free recycling requirement. TV recycling typically involves a fee.
📍 7102 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77054
🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm
✅ R2 certified • Free DISP devices • Free data destruction
Accepts: Computers, monitors, printers, tablets
📍 7700 Kempwood Rd, Houston, TX 77055
🕒 Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm
✅ e-Stewards certified • Residential & commercial
Accepts: All DISP devices + TVs (fee applies)
📍 12838 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77077
🕒 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 10am-2pm
✅ Free drop-off • Hard drive shredding available
Accepts: Computers, monitors, printers, cables
📍 6900 Fm 1960 Rd W, Houston, TX 77069
🕒 Mon-Sat 8am-4pm
✅ Harris County residents only • Proof of residency required
Accepts: All DISP devices + TVs ($15 fee)
Look for certification: R2 (Responsible Recycling) or e-Stewards certified recyclers ensure that e-waste is not exported illegally and is processed safely. Never send e-waste to unlicensed scrap dealers.
Major participants: Dell, HP, Apple, Lenovo, Samsung, Sony, Toshiba, and 40+ others. Consumers pay nothing at authorized recyclers.
Find a registered recycler: Visit tceq.texas.gov/disp or call 512-239-3100.
Electronics contain lead, mercury, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants. Improper disposal contaminates soil and groundwater.
One million recycled laptops save enough energy to power 3,500 U.S. homes for a year. Gold, copper, aluminum, and rare earths are recovered.
Certified recyclers provide data destruction certification. Never rely on deletion alone; hard drives must be shredded or degaussed.
Large quantities of e-waste, non-covered electronics, or whole-home cleanouts often require professional hauling. Many junk removal services partner with certified recyclers to ensure responsible disposal.