Getting a dumpster rental makes clean up fast and easy. The large container can seemingly hold anything, and you can toss your trash as you work. So, it may surprise you to learn that not everything can be tossed into a dumpster. In fact, there are certain items and materials that should not be put into a dumpster at all.
When you rent a roll off dumpster, you may think that anything and everything can go in it. But there are restrictions on some items, and you could run into issues if you have very heavy material.
Why can’t every type of material go in a dumpster? There are several reasons. Your city, county, or state may have specific rules governing landfills and recycling requirements. Typically, if a material is hazardous, flammable, or could contaminate the surrounding environment, it may be banned from a landfill. There are also restrictions on some materials that prohibit them from being transported over a road or highway.
With over 292 million tons of trash produced annually in the U.S., it is important that all that waste is handled responsibly. Most landfills are moving from an open dump model to the creation of sanitary landfills, where waste is deposited in layers that allow for safe decomposition and protection of the surrounding environment. With that comes new regulations and bans on certain materials.
Each dumpster also has a weight limit. If you exceed that weight limit when you’re loading your dumpster, the operator may not be able to remove the dumpster from your property or you may be charged an overweight disposal fee. If you have to dispose of excessively heavy material, such as concrete, asphalt, rocks, or soil, let us know when you call to order your dumpster. We have options to handle very heavy loads that keep you in compliance and can save you money.
While some items are prohibited, a dumpster can be used for most of your typical household, remodel, landscaping, or construction trash. Here are some basic categories of acceptable material for your dumpster.
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A good rule of thumb is if you can throw it out with your regular trash collection, then it can go in a dumpster. This includes broken sports equipment, toys, old clothing, bed frames, shelving, some electronics, unwanted knick-knacks and décor, and general nonhazardous household trash.
Most household appliances can be put in your rental dumpster. This includes washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, microwaves, and ovens. There are restrictions on appliances that contain a freon refrigerant, such as refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioning units. The freon compartment must be removed before disposal.
When you clean up your yard or install new landscaping, you end up with lots of bulky waste. A dumpster is perfect for tree limb trimmings, grass clippings, bags of leaves, storm debris, and other organic material. A dumpster is also great for old patio furniture, garden bed edging, and broken fencing.
Whether you’re working on a large construction project or renovating a kitchen or bathroom, a dumpster is the best way to handle all the resulting debris and trash. You can safely toss wood and vinyl flooring, drywall, old cabinets, scrap wood, broken sinks, and roofing materials into your dumpster.
A dumpster is the perfect way to handle large bulky items that can’t be put out with your regular trash collection. Examples include old and broken furniture, large carpet scraps, tables, lamps, couches, exercise equipment, and large toys and bicycles.
When you know ahead of time what can safely be tossed into your dumpster, you’ll be able to properly manage your trash and keep your project timeline on track. You will also avoid any unnecessary fees or fines from the improper disposal of certain items. If you need to find resources for recycling or alternative methods of disposal, you can arrange that from the get-go.
Some waste can be very heavy. Make sure that you have a dumpster with an adequate weight limit for your particular type of waste. If you go over the weight limit, you are subject to an overage fee or rejection of the load at pickup.
Have questions about what can or can’t go in a rental dumpster? Discount Dumpster has all the answers! When you call us, we’ll talk over your project to find out what type of waste you have. We’ll ensure you get the right sized dumpster for your needs without paying for what you don’t need.
If you have trash that can’t go in a rental dumpster, we’ll provide you with alternative recycling centers or disposal alternatives. Get in touch with us today to get a free quote and set up fast delivery of a rental dumpster to your home or job site.
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