When it comes to removing large amounts of trash, renting a dumpster from redbox+ Dumpsters of Central New Jersey is an efficient solution. However, it’s important to be aware of certain restrictions and regulations to ensure compliance with the law and local guidelines.
Different locations and garbage collection services may have varying rules regarding prohibited items in dumpsters. Therefore, it is crucial to contact your local dumpster rental company to determine which items are not allowed in your area. A reputable dumpster business will assist you in finding alternative disposal methods for waste that cannot be placed in a roll-off dumpster or your regular trash bin.
Here is a list of eight common items that people often mistakenly dispose of in dumpsters, along with instructions on how to properly handle them:
1. Flammable, toxic, hazardous, or corrosive waste
These types of materials are strictly forbidden in all waste containers, including roll-off dumpsters and home trash bins. Proper disposal methods should be followed to ensure safety and environmental protection.
2. Tires
Despite approximately 250 million scrap tires being generated annually, they should never be sent to landfills in the United States due to environmental concerns. Specific tire recycling techniques must be used to dispose of them properly.
3. Paints and coatings
Paints, lacquers, and their containers may contain hazardous chemicals like mercury and lead. While latex paint is sometimes an exception, it generally needs to be solidified with materials like cat litter before disposal. Stains, paints, finishes, and aerosol cans are also prohibited.
4. Used oil
Oil from automobiles and industrial equipment is typically considered hazardous and cannot be disposed of in regular garbage or trash bins. This includes oil from home equipment such as lawn mowers or chainsaws.
5. Asbestos
Found in buildings constructed before the late 1970s, asbestos was used for ceilings, roofs, flooring, insulation, and fire resistance. However, it has been found to be highly dangerous and can lead to various lung diseases. Asbestos cannot be handled or disposed of in dumpsters, so professional home contractors should be contacted for its safe removal.
6. Batteries
All types of batteries, including car batteries, are prohibited. Batteries contain chemicals, metals, and corrosive materials that can be harmful, especially car batteries that contain lead-acid compositions.
7. Petroleum and gasoline
Highly combustible substances like petroleum and gasoline should not be disposed of in landfills or dumpsters. Unusable fuels can be taken to local hazardous waste facilities for proper disposal.
8. Appliances with Freon
While many appliances are accepted in rental dumpsters, refrigerators must be professionally emptied of the Freon, which is responsible for their cooling effect, before disposal. Consider donating old appliances to a local Habitat for Humanity Re-Store, where they are often recycled for low-income populations, instead of disposing of them.
By following the regulations and guidelines for proper disposal of these waste items, you not only protect garbage collectors from harm but also contribute to environmental responsibility. Let’s all do our part to preserve the environment!