When renting a dumpster, it’s important to understand what materials are and are not allowed to be disposed of in the dumpster. While most construction debris, household waste, and yard waste can be placed in a dumpster, there are certain items that should not be put in a dumpster under any circumstances.
Hazardous materials: Hazardous materials such as chemicals, pesticides, and batteries should never be placed in a dumpster. These materials can be dangerous to both the environment and human health, and they require special handling and disposal.
Electronic waste: Electronic waste, such as computers, televisions, and cell phones, should not be placed in a dumpster. Electronic waste contains toxic materials and chemicals that can harm the environment, and it must be disposed of properly.
Medical waste: Medical waste, such as needles and sharps, should not be placed in a dumpster. Medical waste can pose a serious health hazard to sanitation workers, and it must be handled and disposed of properly.
Appliances and Freon-containing items: appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers, contain chemicals that can be harmful to the environment. Also, those appliances have Freon, and it should be removed by a professional before disposing of it.
Food waste: Food waste, such as spoiled food and biodegradable waste, should not be placed in a dumpster. Food waste can attract pests and create unpleasant odors.
Tires, Car batteries, and oil: Tires, car batteries, and oil are hazardous to the environment and should not be placed in a dumpster. They should be taken to a recycling center that specializes in handling these types of materials.
Explosives, fireworks, and ammunition : These items are hazardous and they can cause serious harm if they’re not disposed of properly. They should be taken to a hazardous waste facility or a police station
It’s important to keep these items out of dumpsters to ensure the safety of sanitation workers and the environment. If you’re unsure about what materials are allowed to be disposed of in a dumpster, you should contact your dumpster rental company, they will help you understand what you can and cannot put in the dumpster.