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Prohibited Materials

What can't go in the dumpster.

Most of these are hazardous waste under California law. If we find them in the bin at pickup, we'll either remove them and charge a disposal fee or refuse pickup. So let's avoid both.

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If you're not sure, ask first.

Call (442) 373-9730 before you load anything sketchy. We'll tell you yes, no, or “use a different bin.”

  • Batteries

    Lithium, lead-acid, and household batteries need a separate recycling stream.

  • Paint and stain (liquid)

    Liquid waste isn't allowed in landfills. Dry it out first or take it to a hazardous-waste drop-off.

  • Chemicals and solvents

    Pesticides, cleaning chemicals, pool chemicals, and industrial solvents need hazardous-waste disposal.

  • Electronics (TVs, computers, monitors)

    California treats e-waste as a separate stream. Our junk-removal crew can route it correctly.

  • Fluorescent bulbs and CFLs

    Mercury content — has to go through household hazardous waste.

  • Medical waste

    Sharps, biohazard bags, and prescription drugs all need licensed medical disposal.

  • Tires

    California tire fee applies — drop them off at any tire shop for proper recycling.

  • Propane tanks

    Even empty tanks can be dangerous. Most propane retailers accept old tanks.

  • Oil and gasoline

    Used motor oil, antifreeze, and gasoline are all hazardous waste.

  • Asbestos

    Requires licensed abatement. We can refer you to a contractor — just call.

  • Refrigerators and freezers (in dumpsters)

    Federal refrigerant recovery rules apply. Our junk-removal crew can take them — just not via dumpster.

  • Liquids of any kind

    Sealed, full containers leak in transit. Drain or solidify before disposal.

What we will take

See our accepted materials page for the full yes list — almost any non-hazardous debris from a home, jobsite, or commercial space.

Need a dumpster on your driveway this week?

Call, text, or send a quick quote request and we'll get a bin scheduled — most weekdays we can deliver the same day.

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