Houston, TX

Best Junkyards in Houston, TX

10 junkyards ranked by reputation, with verified phone numbers, addresses and hours. Last reviewed: October 2026.

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Ranking

Top-rated junkyards and salvage yards in Houston, TX

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1Alto Auto Salvage 4.9 · 697
2Prestige Pull Your Part 4.8 · 335
3Airline Auto Parts 4.6 · 1,465
4U-Pull-&-Pay Houston 4.6 · 1,379
5249 Auto Parts Domestic & Foreign Used Parts 4.3 · 293
6Houston Auto Recyclers 4 · 1,034
7Pick Your Part – Houston Wallisville 3.8 · 1,368
8Pick Your Part – Houston SW 3.6 · 1,264
9Ortiz Auto Parts 3.5 · 595
10Auto Salvage Depot

Top pick

Alto Auto Salvage

Alto Auto Salvage is a highly rated full-service yard in north Houston

Checking hours

4.9(697)

Some reviewers say the staff pulled their parts in under ten minutes, and several mention Noel, Daniel, and José for fair prices and quick service. The yard sells car and truck parts, from alternators to driveshafts. Confirm availability and the total price before you go: some customers say a part confirmed by phone was unavailable when they arrived.

(713) 692-1300

6511 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77091

www.altoautosalvage.com

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Monday: 08:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 18:00
Friday: 08:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 17:00

What customers like

Fast service: several reviewers say they had their part in under ten minutes.
Recent reviews praise the fair prices and friendly staff.
Some customers say it was the only yard that had their part.
4.9-star rating, with new reviews coming in every week.

Watch out for

Some customers say a part confirmed by phone was unavailable when they arrived.
Several reviewers say they were offered store credit instead of a refund for a wrong part.
Some reviewers report counter prices higher than the prices quoted by phone.
Closed Sundays, and closes at 5 PM on Saturdays.

U-Pull-It

Prestige Pull Your Part

Checking hours

4.8(335)

At this self-service yard in east Houston, you pay a $3 entry fee and receive a printed list showing where each vehicle is located. Bring your tools; wheelbarrows are available. Staff can pull a part for an extra charge, and reviewers praise Cindi, Gaby, and Lily at the counter. Arrive early because admission may stop before closing. If you're buying an engine, ask for the warranty terms in writing: two 2025 reviewers say they were told coverage applied only after installation.

(832) 770-9953

7615 E Mt Houston Rd STE B, Houston, TX 77050

www.prestigepullyourpart.com

U-Pull-It
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Engines & transmissions

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Monday: 08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00

What customers like

Clean, organized yard, with a printed list of where each car is.
$3 entry and very cheap parts (one reviewer mentions wheel caps for $1.50).
Counter staff are highly praised in recent reviews.
If you don't want to pull the part yourself, they'll do it for an extra charge.

Watch out for

Two 2025 reviewers say they were told an engine warranty applied only after installation.
Complaints that they don't let customers in during the last hour before closing.
One reviewer says the website's inventory isn't always up to date.
Grinders and torches are not allowed.

Offers a warranty

Airline Auto Parts

Checking hours

4.6(1,465)

This large full-service yard in north Houston sells engines, transmissions, driveshafts, and radiators, and ships parts. Recent reviewers praise its prices and mention Mauricio, Kennedy, and Breanda by name. Others report trouble reaching someone by phone or arriving to find a part they had confirmed was unavailable. Ask the staff to hold the part and confirm the total price before leaving home.

(281) 448-2000

10616 Airline Dr, Houston, TX 77037

www.airlineautoparts.net

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Warranty
Engines & transmissions

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Monday: 08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 17:00

What customers like

Tested parts with a warranty.
Staff help you confirm that the part fits your vehicle.
They ship parts.
Recent reviews praise the prices and service.

Watch out for

Several 2025 and 2026 reviews say they rarely answer the phone.
Some customers say a part confirmed by phone wasn't there when they arrived.
Some reviewers report higher prices at the counter and difficulty making warranty claims.
Open Monday through Friday only.

U-Pull-It

U-Pull-&-Pay Houston

This self-service chain lets you bring your tools, pull a part, and pay at the register

Checking hours

4.6(1,379)

The $3 entry fee is separate from the cost of parts. Its online inventory is updated daily, and the yard is open seven days a week. Reviewers report difficulty reaching staff by phone, high prices for some used parts, and store credit rather than cash refunds on returns.

(832) 706-2166

9445 Tavenor Ln, Houston, TX 77075

upullandpay.com

U-Pull-It
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Monday: 09:00 – 17:30
Tuesday: 09:00 – 17:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 17:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 17:30
Friday: 08:00 – 17:30
Saturday: 08:00 – 17:30
Sunday: 08:00 – 17:30

What customers like

Online inventory updated daily.
Open seven days a week.
Large yard to walk with your own tools.

Watch out for

Entry fee of about $3 that isn't deducted from your purchase.
Several reviewers say nobody answers the phone or that they get stuck in the automated menu.
Some customers say certain parts are expensive and that returns get store credit only.

Local option

249 Auto Parts Domestic & Foreign Used Parts

Checking hours

4.3(293)

This full-service yard on Mt Houston Road sells used parts for domestic and imported vehicles and is open on Sundays. Reviewers praise Javier for quick service and Oscar for pulling parts; several customers say they left with their parts in under twenty minutes. Confirm availability before making the trip, and ask about returns: one reviewer says a return within the 30-day period shown on the receipt resulted in store credit rather than a refund.

(281) 820-1111

2398 W Mt Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77038

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Monday: 08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 16:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 15:00

What customers like

Parts for domestic and imported vehicles.
Also open on Sundays.
Reviewers praise Javier and Oscar by name.
Several customers left with their part in under twenty minutes.

Watch out for

Several reviewers say a part confirmed by phone wasn't there when they arrived.
An August 2026 review says they gave store credit instead of a refund on a return.
Complaints about curt phone service and prices that change at the counter.

U-Pull-It

Houston Auto Recyclers

Checking hours

4(1,034)

At this self-service yard near Highway 249 in north Houston, you can bring your tools to pull parts or sell a junk car. It's open seven days a week. Reviewers praise its fair prices and friendly service, though others report unanswered calls, parts that were unavailable despite phone confirmation, and late junk-car pickups.

(281) 260-8080

2425 W Mt Houston Rd, Houston, TX 77038

www.houstonautorecyclers.com

U-Pull-It
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Monday: 08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 17:00
Friday: 08:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 16:30
Sunday: 08:00 – 16:30

What customers like

Also open Saturdays and Sundays.
Some customers praise its straightforward service and fair prices.
Helper tools available in the yard.
Recent reviews mention friendly service.

Watch out for

Several reviews describe poor phone service: calls get hung up or transferred without an answer.
Some customers say they paid the entry fee for a confirmed part that wasn't there.
Some junk-car sellers report late or missed pickups and repeated follow-up calls.
Some reviews mention prices that changed at the register.

U-Pull-It

Pick Your Part – Houston Wallisville

Checking hours

3.8(1,368)

This large self-service yard in east Houston has hundreds of vehicles, giving you plenty of parts to search through. Reviewers praise its low prices but report uneven part quality; it has a 3.8-star rating from more than 1,300 reviews. Bring your tools, allow time to search, and inspect each part before paying. Weekends can be crowded.

(800) 962-2277

9314 Wallisville Rd, Houston, TX 77013

locations.lkqpickyourpart.com

U-Pull-It
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Monday: 09:00 – 16:30
Tuesday: 09:00 – 16:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 16:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 16:30
Friday: 09:00 – 16:30
Saturday: 08:00 – 15:30
Sunday: 08:00 – 15:30

What customers like

Very large yard with lots of variety.
Low prices.
Helper tools available.

Watch out for

Finding your part takes time.
Part quality is uneven.
Gets crowded on weekends.

U-Pull-It

Pick Your Part – Houston SW

Checking hours

3.6(1,264)

At this self-service location in southwest Houston, vehicles are grouped by section, making the yard easier to navigate. Pull the part yourself and pay at the register. Reviewers praise the low prices but report uneven part quality; the yard has a 3.6-star rating from more than 1,200 reviews. Weekdays may be easier for a visit because weekends can get crowded.

(800) 962-2277

12575 Hiram Clarke Rd, Houston, TX 77045

locations.lkqpickyourpart.com

U-Pull-It
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Monday: 09:00 – 16:30
Tuesday: 09:00 – 16:30
Wednesday: 09:00 – 16:30
Thursday: 09:00 – 16:30
Friday: 09:00 – 16:30
Saturday: 08:00 – 15:30
Sunday: 08:00 – 15:30

What customers like

Signposted yard that's easy to navigate.
New cars arrive often.
Low prices.

Watch out for

Part quality is uneven.
Slow when it's busy.
You need your own tools.

Local option

Ortiz Auto Parts

This full-service yard on N Shepherd Drive sells used car and truck parts and is open seven days a week

Checking hours

3.5(595)

Alto Auto Salvage and North Shepherd Auto Parts are on the same street, making it possible to compare options in one trip. Several reviewers report higher counter prices than phone quotes, and some 2026 reviews describe faulty transmissions. Get the price and return terms in writing before paying.

(713) 691-9696

5643 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77091

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Monday: 08:00 – 18:00
Tuesday: 08:00 – 18:00
Wednesday: 08:00 – 18:00
Thursday: 08:00 – 18:00
Friday: 08:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 08:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 09:00 – 16:00

What customers like

Open every day, including Sunday.
Inventory of common parts for cars and trucks.
Close to other junkyards on the same street, so you can compare prices.

Watch out for

Several reviewers say the phone price didn't match the counter price.
Some customers say a confirmed part wasn't there when they arrived, after a long wait.
Several 2026 reviewers report faulty transmissions and difficulty returning them.
Some reviewers say they only give store credit.

Local option

Auto Salvage Depot

Staff can help you locate a part and check its fit before you buy

The inventory is smaller than at the large self-service yards, but this is an option if you prefer help at the counter rather than searching the yard yourself.

(281) 449-0303

13325 Reeveston Rd, Houston, TX 77039

www.autosalvagedepot.net

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Monday: 08:00 – 17:30
Tuesday: 08:00 – 17:30
Wednesday: 08:00 – 17:30
Thursday: 08:00 – 17:30
Friday: 08:00 – 17:30
Saturday: 08:00 – 15:00

What customers like

Personal, knowledgeable service.
Well-organized inventory.
Good reviews.

Watch out for

Less variety than the large yards.
Some parts need checking.
Limited information online.

At a glance

Houston, TX junkyards compared

Junkyard	Rating	Reviews	Type	Warranty	Inventory	Open now
Alto Auto Salvage	4.9	697	Full-service	–	–	Checking hours
Prestige Pull Your Part	4.8	335	U-Pull-It	–	Yes	Checking hours
Airline Auto Parts	4.6	1,465	Full-service	Yes	Yes	Checking hours
U-Pull-&-Pay Houston	4.6	1,379	U-Pull-It	–	Yes	Checking hours
249 Auto Parts Domestic & Foreign Used Parts	4.3	293	Full-service	–	–	Checking hours
Houston Auto Recyclers	4	1,034	U-Pull-It	–	Yes	Checking hours
Pick Your Part – Houston Wallisville	3.8	1,368	U-Pull-It	–	Yes	Checking hours
Pick Your Part – Houston SW	3.6	1,264	U-Pull-It	–	Yes	Checking hours
Ortiz Auto Parts	3.5	595	Full-service	–	–	Checking hours
Auto Salvage Depot	—	—	Full-service	–	–

Quick pick

Which Houston, TX junkyard to choose for what you need

Save money pulling parts yourselfPrestige Pull Your PartU-pull yard: pay the entry fee and remove the part yourself Check inventory before you goAirline Auto Partslets you see what is in the yard from home

Before you go

Don't waste the trip

Confirm the part: make, model, year and condition — over the phone.
Compare warranties: especially on engines, transmissions and modules.
Check the hours: at U-pull yards, ask what time they stop letting people in.
Factor in the drive: the cheapest yard isn't worth it if it's far away and won't confirm stock.

What it costs

Typical junkyard prices for the most-requested parts

Posted prices from U-pull yards, showing the range from the cheapest to the most expensive. Use it to tell whether a quote in Houston, TX is fair; the final price depends on the vehicle and the condition of the part.

Full price guide: 4,431+ parts (in Spanish)

Finding a junkyard near you in Houston, TX

Looking for a specific part? Start with the ranking, check the comparison table to see whether the yard is U-pull or full-service, and call before you go to confirm availability, price and return policy. Inventory changes every day, and a two-minute call can save you a wasted trip.

Selling a junk car in Houston, TX?

Before you accept an offer, ask whether they'll pick the car up, whether they pay cash, what paperwork they need (title, ID) and whether towing or fees come out of the price. Getting quotes from two or three yards can make a real difference.

Ratings and reviews are real and public. The ranking is ours: a Bayesian average that weighs each rating together with how many reviews back it up.

FAQ

Junkyards in Houston, TX: frequently asked questions

What is the best junkyard in Houston, TX?

It depends on how you want to buy. If you want staff to pull the part, Alto Auto Salvage on N Shepherd Drive has the highest rating on this list: 4.9 stars from 697 reviews. Some reviewers say they received their parts in under ten minutes. For self-service, Prestige Pull Your Part in east Houston has a 4.8-star rating from 335 reviews and a $3 entry fee.

Are there pick-and-pull (U-pull) junkyards in Houston?

Yes, five on this list: Prestige Pull Your Part on E Mt Houston Rd, U-Pull-&-Pay on Tavenor Ln (online inventory updated daily), Houston Auto Recyclers on W Mt Houston Rd, and the two Pick Your Part locations, on Wallisville Rd (east) and Hiram Clarke Rd (southwest). Bring your own tools; Prestige and U-Pull-&-Pay charge about $3 to get in.

Which Houston junkyards are open on Sundays?

U-Pull-&-Pay (8:00 AM – 5:30 PM), Houston Auto Recyclers (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM), both Pick Your Part locations (8:00 AM – 3:30 PM), Ortiz Auto Parts (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM) and 249 Auto Parts (10:00 AM – 3:00 PM). Alto Auto Salvage, Prestige and Auto Salvage Depot are open Saturdays but closed Sundays, and Airline Auto Parts is open Monday through Friday only.

Where can I sell a junk car in Houston?

Houston Auto Recyclers buys cars for scrap. Some reviewers report pickups that came late or not at all, so confirm the pickup time, whether towing is free and whether they need the title. Getting two or three quotes can change the final price.

Do Houston junkyards give refunds?

Return policies vary. Reviewers report receiving store credit instead of cash refunds at Alto Auto Salvage, U-Pull-&-Pay, Ortiz Auto Parts, and 249 Auto Parts. Airline Auto Parts advertises tested parts with a warranty, while two 2025 reviewers of Prestige say they were told an engine warranty applied only after installation. Ask for the current warranty and return terms in writing before paying, especially for an engine or transmission.

Can I visit several Houston junkyards in one trip?

Yes. Alto Auto Salvage (6511) and Ortiz Auto Parts (5643) are on the same street, N Shepherd Dr. 249 Auto Parts (2398) and Houston Auto Recyclers (2425) are both on W Mt Houston Rd, and Prestige Pull Your Part is further east on E Mt Houston Rd.

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Don't waste the trip

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Junkyards in Houston, TX: frequently asked questions