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6 locations

Brothers Recycling

4418 Red Bluff Rd Pasadena TX 77503 USA

4.1/5(80 reviews)

recycling

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110070373049 for BROTHERS RECYCLING at 4418 RED BLUFF RD, PASADENA, TX. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:TXRNEBZ25, NPDES:TXRNEZ798. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

City of Pasadena Recycling Center

2800 Pasadena Blvd Pasadena TX 77502 USA

4.4/5(42 reviews)

Pasadena residents are encouraged to participate in the city's recycling efforts, with over 100 tons of recyclables collected and submitted to a materials recovery facility by Frontier Waste Solutions in the first month of residential garbage service. Residents are advised to use proper recycling carts and follow guidelines such as not bagging recyclables, as all items must be placed loosely in specified containers to avoid contamination issues. The city offers two recycling programs, including a drop-off point for newspaper, plastic, glass, and aluminum, as well as a service for computer and household hazardous waste pick up through the Sanitation Department by appointment. For additional resources and information on recycling opportunities, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's recycling website provides a helpful index of materials and services to assist residents in going green. Residents can also contact the city for questions or to request a free recycle toter for delivery to their address.

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Listed hours: Mon-Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sun Closed

Services: Recycling drop-off

Where is the City of Pasadena Recycling Center?

The city lists the recycling center at 2800 Pasadena Boulevard, Pasadena, TX.

When is the center open?

The city lists hours Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; it is closed on city holidays.

Preston recycling

304 Preston Ave Pasadena TX 77503 USA

4.8/5(65 reviews)

CopperUpgradesAccepted MaterialsKey Rejected MaterialsFacility Type/Services

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110070371746 for PRESTON RECYCLING at 304 PRESTON AVE, PASADENA, TX. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:TXR05DN40, NPDES:TXR05FW16, NPDES:TXR05GG04, NPDES:TXR05GV18. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Richey Recycling

1923 Cascade Ave Pasadena TX 77502 USA

4.4/5(54 reviews)

CopperCirclesAccepted MaterialsKey Rejected MaterialsFacility Type/Services

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110070364017 for RICHEY RECYCLING at 1923 CASCADE AVE, PASADENA, TX. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:TXRNEAV73, NPDES:TXRNEBO55. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Rivera's Recycling

1213 Preston Ave Pasadena TX 77503 USA

3.8/5(38 reviews)

recycling

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:15 PM · Sat 7:00 AM – 2:15 PM · Sun Closed

What Texas metals-program certificate is recorded for this business?

Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Metals Program lists RIVERA'S RECYCLING , INC at this address with certificate 101336, with a reported expiration date of 2027-08-10. The entry appears in its Active Metal Recycling Entities list retrieved 2026-10-30. This is a reported registry entry; confirm current standing with DPS.

What operating hours are reported in the Texas metals registry?

The DPS entry for RIVERA'S RECYCLING , INC reports: M-F 7:30am-6pm, Sat 7:30am-3pm, Sun Closed. Retrieved 2026-10-30; these are the hours reported in that registry and may differ from the business's current schedule. Confirm before visiting.

Texas Metales

2710 Westside Dr Pasadena TX 77502 USA

4.5/5(17 reviews)

scrap metal

Listed hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Sat 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM · Sun Closed

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

EPA's national Facility Registry Service CSV lists registry ID 110070364222 for TEXAS METALES at 2710 WESTSIDE DR, PASADENA, TX. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. A registry entry is not a recycling license, certification or confirmation of public drop-off access.

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

The national EPA facility record lists these program associations and identifiers: NPDES:TXRNEZ819. Recorded program interests: ICIS-NPDES NON-MAJOR, STORM WATER INDUSTRIAL. National CSV retrieved October 30, 2026. The source leaves its record-update date blank. These are links to program records; they do not establish current permit validity or a finding of a violation.

Materials Accepted in Pasadena

Based on the listings above, materials commonly handled in Pasadena include recycling, Copper, Accepted Materials, Key Rejected Materials, Newspaper. Browse the guides below for preparation tips, scrap values, and what's recyclable.

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Recycling in Pasadena, Texas

Pasadena runs its own Sanitation Department at 120 N. Pasadena Boulevard, with garbage fees folded into the monthly water bill for households on city crews. The city recycling center at 2800 Pasadena Boulevard takes newspaper, plastic, glass, and aluminum in drop-off bins, and the city landfill sits at 550 Old Genoa-Red Bluff Road. Household hazardous waste is picked up at the curb on request, then processed through the City of Houston's program. Government-issued ID required for regulated metals including copper and catalytic converters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Pasadena TX recycling center and what does it take?

The City of Pasadena Recycling Center is at 2800 Pasadena Boulevard, Pasadena, TX 77502, and it is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed on city holidays. The drop-off bins take newspaper, plastic, glass, and aluminum. Computers and household hazardous waste do not go in the bins. The number is 713-475-7884.

How do I get rid of household hazardous waste in Pasadena TX?

Schedule a curbside pickup with the Sanitation Department at 713-475-7884. Any Pasadena residence can request it, with a limit of ten gallons or 50 pounds per collection. The city takes paint, motor oil, antifreeze, car batteries, cleaners, fertilizers, herbicides, and paint thinner, and sends the waste to the City of Houston's household hazardous waste program.

What household hazardous waste will Pasadena not pick up?

Pasadena will not take acids, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, gasoline, kerosene, photographic chemicals, biological or medical waste, or smoke detectors. Business and industrial waste is also refused. Products in leaking or rusted containers or with unreadable labels get evaluated on arrival, and the city can treat them as ordinary solid waste.

Can I use a bag for curbside recycling in Pasadena TX?

No. Frontier Waste requires recyclables loose in a clearly identified recycling container, and bagged recyclables are refused because bags cause contamination. Frontier gives out a free recycle toter on request at (936) 258-9035 or info@frontierwaste.com.

Can Pasadena residents dump at the city landfill for free?

Yes, once a month. A resident can dump one 2-cubic-yard load, about a half-ton pickup load, at 550 Old Genoa-Red Bluff Road at no charge. Bring a Texas driver's license and the original current Pasadena water bill with a matching address. Loads over 2 cubic yards start at $140, and an uncovered load adds a $10 surcharge.

When is heavy trash picked up in Pasadena TX?

It depends on your garbage days. If garbage is collected Monday and Thursday, heavy trash comes on Wednesday of the first and third weeks of the month. If garbage is collected Tuesday and Friday, heavy trash comes on Wednesday of the second and fourth weeks. Large piles must be out by 7 AM on the Monday of that week.

Recycling tips for Pasadena

•Bring a hard hat and safety vest to the city landfill, because OSHA rules require them and the site sells them for $15.94 and $5.31 plus tax but does not loan them.
•The landfill pass lapses 20 days after your water bill due date, so pay the bill before the Saturday run when the gate is open only from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
•City brown garbage bags cost $25 per bundle at the Sanitation Department, which closes for lunch from noon to 1:00 PM on weekdays.
•Pasadena crews pick up garbage twice a week, and the Sanitation Department at 713-475-7884 gives your exact days by address.
•Schedule appliance and tire pickups through the same Sanitation number at 713-475-7884.

Recycling centers near Pasadena

The closest recycling centers in neighboring areas:

Greater Texas Metal Recycling Co Inc

South Houston, TX · 4 mi

Texas Port Recycling - Houston

Houston, TX · 6 mi

D&D Scrap Metal

Houston, TX · 6 mi

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Recycling centers in Pasadena

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Local recycling centers

Brothers Recycling

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

City of Pasadena Recycling Center

Where is the City of Pasadena Recycling Center?

When is the center open?

Preston recycling

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

Richey Recycling

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

Rivera's Recycling

What Texas metals-program certificate is recorded for this business?

What operating hours are reported in the Texas metals registry?

Texas Metales

What identifier does the EPA national facility registry list for this location?

Which environmental program identifiers are recorded for this facility?

Materials Accepted in Pasadena

Recycling in Pasadena, Texas

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Pasadena TX recycling center and what does it take?

How do I get rid of household hazardous waste in Pasadena TX?

What household hazardous waste will Pasadena not pick up?

Can I use a bag for curbside recycling in Pasadena TX?

Can Pasadena residents dump at the city landfill for free?

When is heavy trash picked up in Pasadena TX?

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