oil-based waste recovery
& Removal Services in Houston
Oil-Based Waste Recovery & Removal Services
When used oil, oily water, or sludge accumulates in the Greater Houston area, it can threaten your people, your equipment, and the environment. Rogue Waste Recovery is your local, family-owned partner for prompt, compliant pickup—handled by trained professionals and documented from start to finish. Call during business hours (Mon–Fri, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) and you’ll speak with a real in‑house representative. We’ll schedule service—typically within 48 hours—and provide the right paperwork so you can stay focused on production.
What We Recover
Before a single gallon is pumped, we profile each waste stream so nothing slips past regulators—or your ESG auditors. Our fleet and processes are engineered for petroleum‑based waste. We focus on materials that can be harmful to the environment if mishandled but are not managed by us as DOT‑classified “hazardous material/hazmat.”
Material
Typical Sources
How We Handle It
Used Lubricating Oil
Engines, hydraulic systems, gearboxes
Vacuum load and transport to licensed re‑refiners for base‑oil regeneration
Oily Water & Sludges
Parts washers, sumps, clarifiers
Separate phases; oil is re‑refined and water is treated to meet discharge permits
Used Absorbents
Pads, booms, kitty litter/oil‑dry, spill‑kit contents
Collect and manage in compliant containers; solidification or energy‑recovery pathways as appropriate
Spent Oil Filters
Heavy equipment, trucking fleets
Drain to <3% oil by weight; metal recycled as smelt‑ready scrap
Contaminated Diesel & Gasoline
Tank bottoms, cross‑contamination
Stabilize, recover usable hydrocarbons, document destruction of residues
Petroleum‑Impacted Soil
Small spills, leak cleanup
Profile, stabilize, and send for thermal treatment; document closure
Every pickup includes a signed manifest and cradle‑to‑grave tracking in our internal system. You’ll receive all documentation via email after pickup.
Why Rogue Is the Compliant, Local Choice
- Local & Family‑Owned. Houston‑based service with people who live where they work—standing behind every load.
- Fast Scheduling (Avg. 48‑Hour Response). Our typical service window is within 48 hours of your call.
- Real People on the Phone. No phone trees—speak with our in‑house team, 7–5, Monday through Friday.
- Proper Insurance & Credentials. EPA #TXR000042945 | TCEQ #A85929 | USDOT #1967388.
- Clear Documentation. Manifests, Bills of Lading, and Certificates of Recycling emailed promptly after pickup.
- GPS‑Equipped Fleet. Vehicles are GPS‑tracked for safety and accountability (customer access to live tracking is not provided).
Our 4‑Step Recovery Process
Call & Schedule
Call our Houston office (Mon–Fri, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). You’ll reach an in‑house representative who gathers volumes, profiles, and site safety notes, then schedules service—typically within 48 hours.
Certified Transport
Our vacuum tankers and roll‑off rigs arrive with the PPE and secondary containment your facility requires. DOT‑rated equipment and proper procedures keep your site clean and compliant.
Processing & Recycling
At licensed partner facilities, liquids and solids are separated. Recovered oil is directed to re‑refining whenever feasible; water is treated; solids are managed through solidification or energy‑recovery pathways to minimize landfill use.
Close‑Out & Documentation
After pickup, we email your signed manifest and applicable certificates—ready for your files, auditors, and ESG reporting.
Compliance & Regulatory Guidance
Industries We Serve
Machine Shops & Fabrication Plants
Chemical Processing Facilities
Refineries & Petrochemical Sites
Trucking & Logistics Yards
Construction & Drilling Contractors
Municipal Utilities & Public Works
If it makes or moves oil, we can recover the petroleum‑based waste—safely and on schedule.
Environmental Impact You Can Report
- Gallons of oil recycled vs. used for energy recovery
- Avoided emissions from recycling pathways (as applicable)
- Pounds of steel/aluminum returned to domestic mills (from filters)
- Percent of waste diverted from landfill
Service Area & Scheduling
Serving the Greater Houston area with scheduled pickups during business hours. Call us at (936) 582‑2857 to request service. Typical response is within 48 hours from your call.
What Clients Say
- “Professional team, clear paperwork, and reliable turnarounds. Our oily‑water pits were cleared on schedule and compliance was straightforward.”
— Maintenance Manager, Manufacturing Plant
- “Scheduling was easy—spoke to a real person—and the documentation arrived promptly after pickup.”
— EHS Supervisor, Regional Fleet
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can you pick up used oil in my area?
Our average response time is 48 hours from the time you call during business hours.
What container sizes do you handle?
From 55‑gallon drums to large tanks. We bring the right hoses, pumps, and confined‑space gear when needed.
Do you provide a customer portal?
We provide all manifests and certificates promptly after pickup for your records.
Can I track the truck en route?
Our fleet uses GPS for safety and accountability; live tracking is kept internal to protect route and site security.
Do you provide spill kits or pick up used absorbents?
Yes. We pick up used absorbents—pads, booms, kitty litter/oil‑dry, and other spill‑kit contents—after they’ve been used to clean up oil.
Do you do ship‑to‑shore transfers or emergency response?
We focus on scheduled, land‑based service during business hours with a typical 48‑hour response and do not perform marine ship‑to‑shore transfers.
Is my waste recycled or burned?
When feasible, used oil is directed to re‑refining. Some streams may be routed to energy recovery or other compliant treatments based on profile and regulations.
Ready for a Pickup?
Call (936) 582‑2857 (Mon–Fri, 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) or fill out the form to request service. You’ll speak to a real in‑house representative who will schedule your pickup—typically within 48 hours—and email your documentation after completion.