Rented a trailer and loaded it with yard waste, old furniture, or construction debris? Now you need to know where to dump it.
Here's your complete guide to Houston-area dump locations that accept trailers — including fees, hours, what they take, and which ones are closest to Moovalot locations.
Quick Reference: Houston Area Dumps
| Location | Fee | Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Houston Solid Waste 9003 North Main |
Free (residents) $26/load (non-residents) |
Mon-Sat: 8am-5pm | Household waste, furniture |
| Westpark Consumer Recycling Center 5900 Westpark |
Free (residents) | Tue-Sat: 9am-6pm | Recyclables, electronics |
| Katy Landfill 5810 FM 362, Katy |
$20 minimum | Mon-Sat: 7am-5pm | Construction debris, yard waste |
| Bayport Landfill 9677 Bayport Blvd |
By weight | Mon-Fri: 7am-4:30pm Sat: 7am-noon |
Large loads, commercial |
| Champions Recycling Center 22033 Aldine Westfield |
Free (residents) | Tue-Sat: 9am-6pm | Recyclables, electronics |
City of Houston Solid Waste Disposal (Main Location)
Address: 9003 North Main Street, Houston, TX 77022
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 8am-5pm (Closed Sundays)
Cost:
- Houston residents: FREE with proof of residency (utility bill or driver's license)
- Non-residents: $26 per load
What they accept:
- Household junk and furniture
- Appliances (refrigerators, washers, stoves)
- Mattresses and box springs
- Carpet and padding
- Wood and yard waste
What they DON'T accept:
- Hazardous waste (paint, chemicals, batteries)
- Tires
- Construction debris (concrete, bricks)
- Commercial waste
Trailer tips: Pull up to the unloading area, back in, and dump. Attendants are helpful and will direct you.
Katy Landfill (West Houston)
Address: 5810 FM 362, Katy, TX 77493
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 7am-5pm
Cost: $20 minimum, then by weight (typically $20-40 for a 5x8 trailer load)
What they accept:
- Construction debris (drywall, lumber, roofing)
- Yard waste (branches, leaves, dirt)
- Household junk
- Concrete and brick (separate area)
Trailer tips: Drive onto the scale when you enter, get weighed, dump, then return to scale for final weight. Pay based on the difference.
Westpark Consumer Recycling Center
Address: 5900 Westpark Drive, Houston, TX 77057
Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 9am-6pm
Cost: FREE for Houston residents
What they accept:
- Paper, cardboard, plastic, glass
- Electronics (TVs, computers, printers)
- Batteries
- Metal
NOT for: General trash, furniture, or construction debris (use North Main location instead)
Trailer tips: Best for recycling runs. Separate materials before arriving for faster unloading.
What You Can't Dump (Houston-Wide Rules)
These items require special handling and can't go to standard landfills:
- Hazardous waste: Paint, chemicals, motor oil, pesticides → Take to Houston Environmental Service Centers
- Tires: Most dumps charge $3-5 per tire (some won't accept them at all)
- Appliances with refrigerants: Refrigerators and AC units require Freon removal (some locations charge $10-20)
- Electronics: Take to recycling centers, not landfills
Tips for Dumping With a Trailer
Before You Go
- Bring ID and proof of residency (for free Houston dumps)
- Separate materials if required (recyclables vs. trash)
- Check hours — many close early on Saturdays
- Bring cash or card — some locations are cash-only
At the Dump
- Follow attendant directions — they'll tell you where to unload
- Back in slowly — most dumps have you back up to the edge
- Untie everything before dumping (take your straps with you!)
- Sweep out the trailer before leaving (keeps your deposit clean)
Common Dump Runs From Moovalot Locations
From Katy Location
Closest dump: Katy Landfill (8 miles, 15 min)
Cost: ~$25-35
Round trip time: 45 min total
From Cypress Location
Closest dump: North Main Solid Waste (18 miles, 25 min)
Cost: Free (if Houston resident)
Round trip time: 1 hour total
From Houston (Inner Loop)
Closest dump: North Main Solid Waste (varies by location)
Cost: Free (if Houston resident)
Round trip time: 30-45 min
Estimated Total Cost (Trailer + Dump)
Example: 2-hour dump run from Katy
| Moovalot 5x8 open trailer (2 hours) | $27 |
| Katy Landfill fee (typical load) | $30 |
| Total | $57 |
Compare that to junk removal services ($150-300) and it's a huge savings.
Ready to Haul?
Find a Moovalot trailer near you, load up your debris, and make your dump run. Available 24/7 — no reservation needed.
Most dump runs take under 2 hours total, meaning you'll pay around $25-30 for the trailer rental plus dump fees.