8 Things That Are Not Allowed in Dumpsters

Trying to find an efficient way to dispose of big items but not sure what is acceptable to throw out? When it comes to a dumpster rental there are certain regulations that need to be observed. In this guide, we list 8 products that cannot be thrown away in a regular dumpster rental.

  1. Keep your home, dumpster, and community safe – flammable, toxic, hazardous, or corrosive items are strictly prohibited from dumpsters. Make sure they’re properly disposed of to keep everyone out of harm’s way.
  2. Each year, hundreds of millions of scrap tires are generated and can end up in landfills or dumpsters if not appropriately handled. To protect the environment from hazardous materials that come with these wasted tires, a responsible recycling technique must be implemented for their proper disposal.
  3. Many paints and their containers contain hazardous chemicals such as mercury or lead, so it’s important to properly dispose of them. Although latex paint can be an exception, it should still be combined with something like cat litter before being thrown away in the garbage bin. Other products under this rule include stains, finishes, and anything from aerosol cans.
  4. It is important to ensure that all oil-based materials, from cars and industrial equipment to lawnmowers and chainsaws, are disposed of safely. Neglecting proper disposal could lead to hazardous results for both the environment as well as local communities – so don’t dump these items in a household trash bin or dumpster.
  5. Asbestos, once widely used for construction and insulation in homes built before the 1970s can lead to serious respiratory illnesses. We suggest hiring a professional home contractor when dealing with asbestos removal from any building structure due to its high risk of danger if not handled properly.
  6. Discarding old batteries in a dumpster rental can be hazardous to both people and the environment. Batteries may contain corrosive materials, harmful chemicals, and metals which are dangerous if not disposed of correctly – so make sure it’s done responsibly.
  7. With their highly combustible nature, petroleum and gas should not be disposed of in landfills or dumpsters. Instead, local hazardous waste facilities can responsibly handle unusable fuels to help keep our communities safe.
  8. To ensure environmental safety, refrigerators must be professionally processed and drained of Freon prior to disposal in a rental dumpster. Making sure that appliances are appropriately rid of harmful substances like Freon is an important precautionary step for responsible waste management!

Safe and responsible disposal of waste is an essential part of protecting the environment. Following dumpster regulations help keep garbage collectors safe, alleviates potential issues when returning a dumpster, and demonstrates environmental stewardship.
To learn more, please contact redbox+ Dumpsters of Bucks County at 267-578-3359.

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