8 Things Not to Put in a Dumpster

Without a doubt, dumpster rentals provide an efficient solution for disposing of large quantities of waste. However, it’s important to be mindful when renting one in order to stay compliant with regulations and laws.

As different locations have their own set of regulations, it is important to be aware that some waste may not be accepted into dumpsters. To make sure you don’t fall prey to disposal woes, contact your local service provider for full information on all prohibited items and discover suitable alternatives if needed. Be informed with the help of a reliable trash removal company and maintain hassle-free waste collection!

Here is a list of the top 8 items that individuals frequently throw in their trash that you cannot put in a dumpster, as well as an explanation of how to properly dispose of them:

  1. Waste materials that could present a danger to the environment or our health, such as flammable, toxic, hazardous, and corrosive substances, should never be thrown away in your regular trash bin. Make sure all hazardous waste items are disposed of properly.
  2. Every year, 250 million scrap tires are created in the United States. To protect our environment and reduce landfill waste, these tires must not be disposed of directly into dumpsters or home garbage cans instead, they should go through a special recycling process before being discarded safely.
  3. Paints, stains, and finishes for home projects may contain toxins like mercury and lead. Latex paint can sometimes be disposed of on its own but usually needs to combine with something like cat litter before being thrown away in the garbage.
  4. It’s important to remember that any oil used in automobiles or industrial equipment is classified as hazardous and must be disposed of properly. This includes the oil from home tools, such as lawnmowers and chainsaws.
  5. Homes that were constructed before the late 1970s could have been built with asbestos, a substance used for ceiling tiles and insulation. Unfortunately, research has exposed its potential to cause respiratory diseases making it hazardous to handle without proper precautions or experience. Therefore, if you live in an older home and suspect there is asbestos present within your walls be sure to contact certified contractors who specialize in safely removing this material.
  6. Disposing of batteries improperly can have serious environmental implications. Car batteries in particular contain a lead-acid composition which, if not handled carefully and disposed of properly, can leak toxic chemicals into the environment causing severe damage to our ecosystem.
  7. Petroleum and gasoline may be useful for powering your car but they don’t belong in landfills. If you have any unusable fuel on hand, take it to a hazardous waste disposal facility instead.
  8. When disposing of old appliances, consider donating them to your local Habitat for Humanity Re-Store. This will not only help keep the environment green but allow appliances like refrigerators and ovens available to those in need. Before dropping off an appliance with freon in a rental dumpster, make sure all freon is properly removed from the appliance’s cooling system by a professional technician.

With any of these waste products, keeping dumpster disposal regulations and guidelines in mind protects garbage collectors from harm and avoids major headaches when dumpsters are returned, but it also promotes environmental responsibility. Let’s all do our part to protect the environment!
To learn more, please contact redbox+ Dumpsters of Eastern NC in Greenville, NC.

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