What Can You Put In A Dumpster Rental?

What Can I Put In A Rental Dumpster?

Everyday items like clothes and linens are generally allowed in a roll-off dumpster. The same goes for waste like wood, bricks, concrete, metal and drywall.

The following items are acceptable for disposal in a dumpster:

• Yard waste
• Household trash
• Wooden furniture
• Appliances
• Electronics
• Storm debris
• Empty aerosol cans
• Alkaline batteries

Yard Waste

Yard waste, such as sticks, leaves, and branches, are usually safe to dispose of in a rental dumpster. Anything that is organic and non-hazardous is safe to dispose of, even if there is a lot of it.

Household Trash

Common household trash items are acceptable to throw in dumpsters. This trash is composed of non-hazardous items like furniture and some appliances. Outdoor garbage like siding and shingles is considered safe trash.

Wooden Furniture

Wooden furniture is okay to throw away in the dumpster. Common pieces include tables, chairs, stools, shelves, and bed frames. Anything made purely out of untreated wood will be accepted at the majority of landfills.

Appliances

Microwaves, coffee brewers, toasters, and blenders are examples of appliances that are suitable for dumpster disposal. Of course, the rules can change depending on the type of appliance you need to toss out, such as refrigerators and washing machines. Smaller appliances are generally safe to dispose of in a dumpster.

Electronics

Computers and most other electronic devices are okay to throw out if they are no longer able to be recycled. However, e-waste should only be thrown out in small amounts. Large amounts of e-waste call for a different disposal method. Check all local regulations before throwing electronics out.

Storm Debris

Any debris, just like yard waste, is mostly safe to dispose of. Even demolition debris like concrete, stone, and drywall can be thrown into a dumpster. Just be mindful of set weight restrictions, at this time.

Empty Aerosol Cans

As long as aerosol cans are completely empty, they can be thrown away. Even the smallest leftover amount of aerosol can cause an explosion.

Alkaline Batteries

Alkaline is indeed safe for dumpsters and landfills. Recent manufacturing rules mean mercury is no longer used in batteries, making them safe to throw away with other waste.

What Can I NOT Put In A Rental Dumpster?

While, of course, disposal regulations differ in every city or municipality, there are some items that cannot be thrown in a dumpster. This is usually because the following items may be considered hazardous or could possibly damage the dumpster.

The following items should not be thrown in a dumpster:

• Mattresses
• Tires
• Air conditioners
• Printer cartridges
• Electronics
• Light bulbs
• Hazardous materials
• Propane tanks
• Paint and paint cans
• Car batteries
• Food waste