This guide covers what you can and cannot put in a roll-off dumpster. It applies across our whole service area; a few items carry local variations, noted below.
Accepted Materials
These go in a standard mixed container without any special handling:
- General household junk and furniture
- Construction and demolition debris
- Timber, drywall and plaster
- Metal and scrap
- Yard waste, branches and landscaping debris
- Cardboard, packaging and general non-hazardous waste
Heavy Material: Dedicated Container Only
Concrete, brick, block, stone, dirt and asphalt are accepted, but they need a container of their own rather than going in with a mixed load. Dense material reaches the weight allowance long before it fills the box: 10 cubic yards of concrete weighs around 20 tons.
Run your numbers through the dumpster weight calculator, mention the material when booking, and we will send the right size.
Prohibited Items
These cannot go in any container, for safety and regulatory reasons:
Hazardous Materials
- Medical waste
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Flammable substances
- Chemicals, explosives, propane tanks and aerosol cans
- Radioactive material
- Oil filters
- Paint (unless latex and fully dried)
- Contaminated soil
Electronics and Appliances
- Fluorescent light bulbs
- Dehumidifiers, microwaves, TVs and monitors
- Refrigerators, freezers and air conditioners (anything containing refrigerant)
Special Handling or Fees
- Tires, prohibited from landfill under EPA rules
- Mattresses and box springs, around $40 each depending on location
- Bamboo
Check Before You Book
Prohibited items and disposal fees follow the policies of the receiving landfill or transfer station, which differ by county. The lists above hold in most areas, but confirm anything unusual before your delivery date so there are no surprises at pickup.
Use the quote form or call (267) 394-7733 and describe what you are clearing. We will confirm what is accepted and point you to the right size in the dumpster sizes guide.
