AREAKaty pickup at a glance
| County | Harris, Fort Bend and Waller counties |
|---|---|
| ZIP codes | 77449, 77450, 77493, 77494 |
| Main routes | I-10 (Katy Freeway) · SH-99 Grand Parkway · Westpark Tollway · FM 1463 |
| Industrial and commercial areas | I-10 west distribution and warehouse corridor · Cinco Ranch · Energy Corridor (to the east) |
| From our yard | ≈ 31 miles straight-line from 6402 McGrew St |
| Options | On-site pickup, or drop-off by appointment |
Nearby communities we serve
01Surplus Wire Buyers Serving Katy Projects and Facilities
Katy’s I-10 west distribution and warehouse corridor, growing subdivisions and Energy Corridor offices to the east create different kinds of electrical surplus. Warehouse projects can leave reels and cable assemblies after equipment or layout changes. Residential construction around Cinco Ranch and other Katy subdivisions can leave building wire and URD inventory after purchasing needs change.
We work with electrical contractors clearing project leftovers and general contractors and homebuilders handling material from completed phases. Distributors and facility teams can also submit unused inventory for review. Keep material from separate projects identified rather than combining everything into one unmarked lot.
If you want to sell electrical wire in Katy, start with what remains usable, not just what it weighs. A labeled reel with known footage gives us more information than a mixed pile. We review the actual material before deciding what we can buy; a project’s location or size alone does not establish its value.
02Building Wire, URD and Other Cable We Buy in Katy
Building wire and URD surplus are especially relevant to Katy’s subdivision growth and distribution facilities. Houston Wire Buyers also buys industrial cable, utility and medium-voltage cable, flexible cable, bare copper, specialty cable and cable assemblies. We review copper and aluminum conductors from 18 AWG to 1000 kcmil in full reels, partial reels, coils, boxes and cut lengths.
For sellers comparing copper wire buyers in Katy, TX, conductor metal is only part of the evaluation. Cable type, current demand, size, footage, manufacturer, date code and packaging condition all affect the offer. Quantity and pickup logistics matter as well. Reusable wire is usually worth more than its scrap, or melt, value.
Cut lengths are not automatically scrap, but their condition and usable length matter. Short scraps, burned wire and heavily damaged cable may be better suited to recycling. Send clear markings and condition photos so we can explain which material appears reusable instead of treating every lot as equivalent.
03Scheduling Surplus Wire Pickup in Katy
We schedule surplus wire pickup in Katy at the seller’s site after reviewing the material and issuing a written offer. Tell us whether the inventory is at a warehouse along the I-10 west corridor, a subdivision jobsite near FM 1463, or another Katy location. Include the site address and any access restrictions with your photos.
I-10, the Katy Freeway, SH-99 Grand Parkway, Westpark Tollway and FM 1463 help identify the approach to your location. Our yard at 6402 McGrew St is roughly 31 miles from Katy in a straight line; that is not a driving-distance or travel-time estimate. The actual route depends on the pickup address and site access.
Before scheduling, describe how the reels or coils are stored and whether loading equipment is available. We use those details to plan the collection, not to assume equipment is included. Our Houston-area wire pickup service includes on-site material verification, followed by payment per the written offer.
04Appointment-Only Drop-Off at Our McGrew St Yard
Katy sellers can also arrange drop-off at Houston Wire Buyers, 6402 McGrew St, Houston, TX 77087. The yard is in southeast Houston’s Mayfair area, near I-45 and I-610. Drop-off is by appointment only, so call 951-403-5738 before loading a vehicle or leaving Katy.
Send your material information first rather than driving across Houston with an unidentified load. We review photos of reel tags or jacket print, footage or weight, and your location, then provide a written offer. After that, we arrange the drop-off and verify the material on site. Payment follows the written offer.
When preparing a load, keep tags attached and separate different cable types so they can be checked against your submitted information. Tell us if the lot changes before the appointment, including material removed or added. You can request an offer for your surplus wire before deciding whether scheduled pickup or an appointment at McGrew St fits your situation.
05Preparing Katy Wire Inventory for Review
Houston-area heat, rain and humidity make storage condition worth checking before you photograph surplus wire. Keep reels and boxes protected from weather, preserve readable labels, and avoid leaving loose cable where vehicles or equipment can damage it. If material has been stored outdoors at a Katy jobsite, show its condition honestly rather than photographing only the cleanest portion.
Useful photos show the complete reel or coil, the tag or jacket print, and any visible damage. Include footage or weight and your location. If footage is an estimate, identify it as an estimate; do not present a reel’s original label quantity as the current balance after wire has been used.
Separate copper from aluminum and keep different cable types identifiable. For inventory spread between a Cinco Ranch project and an I-10 corridor warehouse, specify what is at each site. Clear records help us review the lot and plan logistics. Questions about suitability for a particular installation belong with a licensed electrician or engineer.
06Nearby Communities Within Our Greater Houston Service Area
Our service area extends beyond Katy but stays within Greater Houston. We also serve sellers in Cypress, TX, Sugar Land, TX, Missouri City, TX and Tomball, TX. If your surplus is stored outside Katy, give us the actual material location rather than your office address.
This matters when a contractor has building wire at a Katy subdivision and additional reels at a warehouse in another community. Describe each lot separately, with its own photos, footage or weight, and site-access information. Do not assume that an offer for one location covers different material at another location.
Houston Wire Buyers serves Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Brazoria, Galveston, Chambers and Waller counties only. Katy’s position across Harris, Fort Bend and Waller counties falls within that service area. Contact us by phone or text at 951-403-5738, or email industrial832@gmail.com, to submit your inventory and discuss pickup or appointment-only drop-off.
FAQQuestions sellers ask
Do you cover all four listed Katy ZIP codes?
Yes. We serve Katy sellers in 77449, 77450, 77493 and 77494 within our Greater Houston service area. A ZIP code helps identify the area, but we still need the material’s actual address to review pickup logistics. Include that location when you send your inventory details.
Can I submit wire from a Katy project if my company is based elsewhere?
Yes. Tell us where the wire is physically stored, even if your company’s office is outside Katy. Our pickup service is limited to Greater Houston, so the material location determines whether pickup falls within our service area. Identify the site contact and any access restrictions when submitting the lot.
Does URD cable automatically qualify as reusable surplus?
No. The URD designation alone does not establish condition, value or suitability for reuse. We need to review the cable markings, available footage, packaging and visible condition. For questions about using that cable in a specific subdivision installation, consult a licensed electrician or engineer rather than relying on a purchase offer.
Should I remove insulation before offering copper wire?
If you believe the wire is reusable, leave it intact for the initial review. Jacket markings help identify the material, and stripping it changes what you are offering. Send photos first so we can evaluate it as surplus wire and explain whether its condition makes it better suited to scrap.
Are you affiliated with Houston Wire & Cable Company?
No. Houston Wire Buyers is not affiliated with Houston Wire & Cable Company or any manufacturer. Katy sellers should contact Houston Wire Buyers directly at 951-403-5738 or industrial832@gmail.com about surplus purchases. Manufacturer markings help us identify your cable; they do not indicate an affiliation with our business.