Not to be confused with Democrat Services, which are much less billionaire-centric…read more They do a good job around Houston with waste removal, in a city where such things are actually quite difficult. They should be commended for that, and often are, and are one of the companies that are a go-to for this kind of service in town. However some of their services and business practices and compulsory charges are just unacceptable.

I signed a contract with them to have an 8 yard dumpster delivered to my property…read more On the day that the delivery was supposed to happen, they called me to tell me that they can't deliver an 8 yard dumpster because we have trees in the way and too much mud and they think their truck will get stuck. Neither of these items is true. There are some tree branches about 20 feet off the ground, and I even offered to prune them if they were in the way of their truck which I highly doubt they would be. Our parking lot is completely covered in crushed concrete , and there's no possible way a truck could get stuck Then he tells me that they could bring me a 30 yard dumpster? I don't want a 30 yard dumpster. I want an 8 yard dumpster. Long story short, after four days of back-and-forth, they tell me they cannot give me the dumpster. So now I have to start from scratch with a new company. This company is shady as heck and I do not recommend anyone do business with them ever

I loaded 8 burglar bars, heavy duty, gained muscle and strength onto my truck. Drove 41 minutes and…read morewas happy with the overall experience. I went for the C&D experience and I knew I wasn't going to get hundreds nor thousands for my items. All I wanted was the $2 bills for my money collection. I arrived surprisingly happy that the cars behind me gave me enough space while I had my tailgate down while driving relatively slow. That's a rarity when I have my tailgate up. Right when you take a right on SW Plaza you'll go down a curving road right smack dab into the cul-de-sac of C&D Metal and a vehicle impound lot. You'll see lots of cars parked in the cul-de-sac and a long line waiting for the "vehicle storage". Keep on trucking along into the C&D Metal yard. You'll see a hut with a young lady in it, you'll need to give her your driver's license, license plate id, the description of the items, and your address. Step out of the vehicle for this, she will make no effort. Are you new? Are you new? ARE YOU NEW HERE? You'll be slammed with this repetitive question if you are new to C&D. I couldn't get away from it. Now the lady in the hut may misinform you on where you need to go next. I was told to go to lane 1 inside the warehouse and that's where I met José. José, a very friendly Hispanic man that's very helpful and very detailed in helping customers on what to do next. Are you new? Are you new? ARE YOU NEW HERE? If that's not obvious enough, yes I'm new; José. It's my first time! Drive around past the hut, to the long blue scale, wait for the green light and proceed to the junkyard. I weighed at 4000. Verde ding! I met José and a massive pile of scrap, it was as tall as the sky. I offered to help, José unload; but he said he got it. That's just my personality. I made sure José didn't throw my walking sticks out as he didn't. Next you'll drive left of the warehouse to the next long blue scale. I weighed at 3620. Verde, ding! Park in the front and go to the door that's open. Here you will see a dark, dimmed, and rigged up counter. Where you'll not be able to see the cashier at all. It's a one-way mirror, reflective on side and transparent on the other. Is this a police interrogation?! The cashier was so friendly, she expressed how she wishes her customers could see her. There's a process you'll need to do before you get handed $2 bills. She'll ask you to take a picture through the webcam, scan your fingerprint, and sign. You'll need to do this, TWICE. For your records and theirs. Then she'll ask how you want your money, $2 bills or regular payment. I want what is advertised on the commercials and website. There you'll get a receipt, your payment, and a card to use again if you decide to come back. Are you new, Are you new, ARE YOU NEW HERE? The overall experience was outstanding! I will be back. The new location off of Reed Rd, will be more convenient and gas cost effective for me. It's opening Spring 2024 or sometime in 2024.

I store my metal /aluminum/copper for a yearly trip to scrap recycling yard. You do this to keep…read moreTexas beautiful not for the money. Compared to other operations, this is a better layout & staff is just a little bit kinder. That's my two cents.

Oh boy. I used to come here often when it first opened. I know life is hard during CoVid19…read morepandemic. But come on, have some consideration to your customers. But there is only one way in and one way out. That means you have to wait for the trucks at household dump to be cleared before you can move forward. Yikes. On a Saturday afternoon right after the new year, I finished my plastic and paper recycling. Then, proceeded to exit. But the one and only line has not moved for 30 minutes. Because there were only 4 stalls for household recycling. I saw another way below the ramp to household recycling. But it says do not enter. They should have another person direct traffic to ease our pain.

This is our go to place for recycling when we can't find a location nearby or if the recycling…read morefacility is taking a break, like during hurricane season, and it is our annual place to drop off our chopped up Christmas tree in January. Even before the pandemic, it was organized and easy to navigate. One just drives up, shares zip code (while masked), and shares what you're hoping to recycle. The helpful and kind staff tells you which bin and how to place it in the container. It can seem overwhelming the first time, but once you've been there more than once, you'll get an idea of all that can be recycled i.e. trees, furniture (but call to ask what kind), oil, cardboard, glass, aluminum, etc (check their website to be sure). *Be sure to bring an gas or water bill with you to verify residence* It's usually a fast and efficient trip. I don't know about you, but once I get rid of something I have been wanting to get rid of for a while, I feel relieved. I always leave this place feeling relieved. Thank goodness this place exists.

This facility that accepts Household Hazardous Materials, Electronic Waste at no additional charge…read moreto City of Houston residents. This facility is extremely clean and organized. I drove up and waited at the stop sign until I was motioned into the drive through indoor facility. There are professional staff here to remove your recycling. Then they put everything into large separate containers. I was impressed with this operation. I was sent here with some items that the Westpark location wouldn't take. The list of items that they take is impressive - see below. I love that I never have to get out of my car or lift a single thing. Definitely a great place to drive through. The ESC provides a drive through, drop-off location for Houston residents to bring their Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) such as: Acids Aerosol Cans (Empty) Antifreeze Batteries Brake Fluid Paint/Stains Car Waxes Computer Equipment and Components Cooking Oil Degreasers Drain Cleaners Electrical Appliances Electronic Scrap Fertilizers Fuels Helium Tanks (5 gallon maximum) Herbicides Household Chemicals Kerosene Metal Polish Metal/Wire Clothes Hangers Microwaves Monitors Motor Oil Paint (Latex & Oil Base) Paint Thinners Pest Strips Plastic Film Plastic Grocery Bags Power Steering Fluid Printers Propane and helium tanks & cylinders up to 30 lbs. Solvents Styrofoam Blocks and Food Service Items (plastic #6 that is clean; no peanuts; no rubber or foam sheets) Telephone Equipment Thermostats (Mercury Based Accepted) Tires (limit 10/month, no commercial vehicle tires) Transmission Fluid Turpentine TVs (do not breakdown/strip; see weight limit & restrictions) Varnishes

needed to dispose of some antifreeze. looked up the City…read moreof Houston's waste disposal site. (https://houstontx.gov/solidwaste/esc.html) Went there on the Saturday that they are open, pulled in to the building, guy came up and asked me resident info, I popped the trunk and they got the antifreeze, I drove out. Easy peasy. Smooth operation. Be nice to the guys there and everything will go quickly.

I'm very appreciative they offer free shredding! There is a line and bring some cash to tip the…read moreguys helping you unload!

Free Document Shredding Services - Location Pull up to the…read moreproperty. Drive through the gate. Pull up to the loading dock which is located on the left side of the building. Tuesdays between 11am - 2pm, Wednesdays between 11am - 2pm, Fridays between 2pm - 6pm and Saturdays between 8am - 12 Noon. No Free Shredding on Major Holiday Weekends. WE ARE LOCATED NEXT TO CARAMELO CANDY. Drop off your documents or watch them being shred as you wait.