Welcome to Houston Biodiesel.
The place to purchase pure B100 biodiesel in Houston.
Houston's first B100 retail pump.

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PUMP IS OPEN

New address:
1138 W 20th St
Houston, TX 77008

NEW HOURS:
THUR & FRI 10AM - 6PM
SAT 10AM - 2PM
pump closed sun-wed

B100 $2.99/gallon

Houston Biodiesel has been selling ASTM spec biodiesel for over nine years. Individual and fleet customers are welcome.

Houston Biodiesel is here to advise, educate, sell, assist, and just take the mystery out of using clean, renewable, non-toxic, domestically produced B100 biodiesel.

Biodiesel is instrumental reducing overall CO2 emissions compared to diesel fuel. For every gallon of biodiesel burned 13.0 pounds of CO2 are kept out of the air. Houston Biodiesel is proud to announce that in 2008 our customers were responsible for keeping 4,550,000 pounds of CO2 out of the air! That's astonishing really and to think from just one retail pump.

We are NOT a producer! Let me say that again - we are not a producer. We sell quality biodiesel that exceeds (ASTM) D-6751 specifications. Drive in and fill your tank or we can arrange for a full transport load to your facility nationwide. We're here to help take the mystery out of using biodiesel. Please see our FAQ page for basic biodiesel info before calling us. We'd love to talk with you but please do some basic homework first. Another good resource is biodiesel.org.


Our staff of diesel enthusiasts burn clean B100 biodiesel in our personal vehicles, forklift, genset, warehouse heater, and various other company equipment all year round. In 2002 when we first learned about biodiesel we quickly started using this cleaner burning renewable energy source. Biodiesel plays a significant and immediate role in helping to curb current energy and climate change problems.

Customers include individuals driving diesel vehicles like: VW, Jeep, Mercedes, Hummer H1, the BMW & Audi, and all the diesel pickup trucks and vans. We also have fleet accounts, construction companies, and heavy trucks using straight biodiesel. Just about anyone who has a diesel motor vehicle, generator, or kerosene heater can use biodiesel.If you drive a 2009 or later vehicle please consult with one of our staff before using biodiesel. New vehicles are less tolerate to high blends of biodiesel.

RECYCLING PROGRAM - Since our move we can only recycle used cooking oil.

About once a month Houston Biodiesel holds a homebrew workshop. If you're interested in producing your own high quality biodiesel safely then you should attend a biodiesel workshop. Be one of the 12 persons in our workshop to learn how to produce superior quality biodiesel. This is not a reactor building workshop but a biodiesel process workshop. In the workshop you'll learn hands on how to make your own biodiesel start to finish with a proven method. Topics covered: ion exchange washing, water washing, WVO pre treatment, filtering, loading and heating reactor, single and two-stage reaction, titration, methoxide mixing & injecting, settling, glycerin separation, drying, vacuum methanol recovery, quality testing, and so much more. We teach a proven method that really works. Save countless internet hours and get the straight scoop on a process that is proven to work. No prior Biodiesel or brewing knowledge is necessary to attend.

You are welcome to attend the class whether you're interested in making biodiesel, want to get into the renewable business, or just want to learn more about this fantastic alternative fuel. Teachers can bring your students for half price. Instructor is Chris Powers with additional help from Charlie Fietz, Carl Krueger, Marcus Davila, and Jose Flores.



Five most common sentences we say everyday:
#1:
No conversion is necessary to use biodiesel . You do NOT have to convert your vehicle to use biodiesel. Just pour biodiesel into your tank and drive.

#2: Yes, biodiesel will blend with petroleum diesel in any percentage. Vehicles newer than 2009 should consult with us before running straight B100 biodiesel. Ironically new "clean burning" diesels are less tolerate of biodiesel.

#3: We are a retail station only. We are not a producer. The pump is self service. Even though biodiesel is non-toxic and biodegradable please be mindful not to drip or spill.

#4: Biodiesel will not destroy your fuel lines. While biodiesel is highly corrosive to rubber, there is no rubber in modern diesel fuel systems. No need to change your fuel lines. Yes, older vehicles must be mindful of their lines as if there is a leak biodiesel will find it. If your vehicle is ten years or older the fuel lines probably need attention anyhow. Usually this is a minor task. If you have a soft or leaking line replace it with a high quality hose and NOT something from your local auto parts store.

#5: Yes, if you start using biodiesel then you will probably need a fuel filter change. Biodiesel does a great job cleaning out all the old diesel tar buildup in your tank and lines. This is a one time cleaning. Keep using biodiesel on a semi regular basis to keep your fuel system clean.


Rapeseed oil is a primary source of raw oil feedstock in Europe for biodiesel production. Rapeseed oil produces 1000 KG oil/Hectare compared to soybean of 375 KG oil/hectare. Oil Palm produces the most at a huge 5000 KG/Hectare. Algae is coming......


Need filters? Houston Biodiesel sells Baldwin, Racor, and Cummins Filtration oil, air, or fuel filters for most diesel vehicles? Visit our other business: DESMOPARTS for a complete inventory list and prices.

GOT WASTE VEGETABLE OIL?
Houston Biodiesel will happily accept used fryer oil and expired virgin oil donations for use in our biodiesel workshops. Just come by and drop it off. Your fryer oil will be used in a classroom setting.

Houston Biodiesel
1138 W 20th St
Houston, TX 77008

Phone: 713/222-0832
Hours: Thur - Fri 10-6
Saturday 10-2


Our other business: desmoparts.com

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B100 soy biodiesel reduces net CO2 emissions by 78% over diesel fuel. See Drive Neutral.org to calculate your CO2 footprint using biodiesel.

Email address: "chris" the at sign "houstonbiodiesel" period "com"