Materials
What can I put in a debris container?
Updated July 1, 2026
Short answer
You can put almost all construction and renovation debris: wood, drywall, metals, concrete, brick, shingles, soil, stone, glass, plastic, cardboard, ceramic and appliances. Prohibited: paint, oil, chemicals, solvents, tires, propane, contaminated soil, biomedical waste, batteries, pesticides and asbestos (handled separately). Bulky items like a mattress or sofa are accepted with a small surcharge.
Accepted materials
Most construction and renovation debris is welcome:
- Wood, drywall, plaster, asphalt shingles
- Concrete, brick, stone, ceramic (heavy — see rates)
- Metals, glass, plastic, cardboard
- Clean soil, appliances (freon-free)
Prohibited materials (and why)
These are refused because they're hazardous, polluting or separately regulated. Putting them in the container triggers a prohibited-materials fee (from $75) with a photo:
- Paint, oil, solvents, chemicals, pesticides
- Propane, tires, batteries, biomedical waste
- Contaminated soil, asbestos (handled separately)
Bulky items and special cases
A mattress, a sofa or other bulky items are accepted with a small surcharge (specific landfill fees). Asbestos and contaminated soil require a dedicated stream — contact us and we arrange the right service.
Frequently asked questions
Can I mix concrete with mixed debris?
Best avoided: concrete is heavy and drives up total weight. For pure concrete, pick the “concrete/asphalt” type with a dedicated rate — it's cheaper.
What about asbestos?
Asbestos never goes in a regular container. It requires regulated bagging and disposal. Reach out and we point you to the right solution.
Are appliances accepted?
Yes, if they're freon-free (fridges, A/C units and freezers must first have their gas removed by a technician).