DUMPSTER DISPOSAL RULES

What Can’t Go In A Roadrunner Dumpster?

Most ordinary household, renovation and cleanout debris can be handled, but certain materials are prohibited by disposal facilities, safety rules or the rental agreement. Review the list below before loading.

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DO NOT LOAD

Items That Are Not Allowed In The Dumpster

Hazardous Substances

Toxic or corrosive materials, asbestos, paint, gas bottles, fluorescent tubes, light bulbs and other hazardous or malodorous waste.

Liquids

Liquids of any kind, whether contained or not, including paint, oil and similar fluids.

Tires & Vehicle Batteries

Tires and vehicle batteries cannot be disposed of in the roll-off.

Medical Waste & Animal Carcasses

Medical waste and animal carcasses are prohibited.

Containers Holding Liquid

Cans, drums and similar containers must be empty, crushed and incapable of holding liquid before disposal.

Certain Appliances

Refrigerators, ovens, microwaves, washers and dryers should not be placed in the dumpster. Ask Roadrunner about separate appliance pickup.

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Heavy Materials Require Advance Approval

Extremely heavy debris such as shingles, rock, dirt, concrete, brick, tile, plaster and large quantities of drywall can create weight and hauling issues even when there is still physical space left in the dumpster.

Roadrunner can handle some heavy material projects when arranged in advance. Call before loading so we can discuss the material, estimate weight and tell you the appropriate rental approach.

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APPLIANCE PICKUP

Need To Get Rid Of Appliances?

Roadrunner offers appliance pickup by request for items such as washers, dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, drained hot water tanks and air-conditioning units.

Because disposal requirements vary by appliance, contact Roadrunner before placing one inside a roll-off. We can explain the appropriate pickup option for the items you have.

How "NOT" to load a dumpster.

How not to load a roll off dumpster

Please ensure the dumpster is loaded evenly, and that no items crest over the top or sides of the dumpster. This ensures our tarp seals against the dumpster sides so that no materials eject while we are on the road, preventing accidents or injuries.

Here is an example of how much unallowed materials like rock, dirt, concrete and/or trees can weigh: This picture is an example of a 5.7 ton load.

Unallowed materials that are extremely heavy can put us over our USDOT road hauling limits, and can also cause high fees at the landfill, including weight overages, and heavy equipment assisted digouts. This picture is an example of a 7.4 ton load.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I put paint or oil in a dumpster?

No. Liquids, including paint and oil, are not allowed in Roadrunner dumpsters.

Can I put concrete or dirt in the dumpster?

Not as a standard load. Heavy material such as concrete, dirt, rock and brick must be discussed with Roadrunner in advance and may require a different arrangement.

Can I put a refrigerator or washing machine in the dumpster?

Do not load appliances without talking to Roadrunner first. Separate appliance pickup is available for many common household appliances.

What happens if I am not sure whether something is allowed?

Call (810) 354-7752 before loading it. It is much easier to confirm an item in advance than to remove prohibited material before pickup.

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Not Sure Whether An Item Is Allowed?

Call before you load it. We answer seven days a week from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.