Learn the do’s and don’ts of proper waste disposal.

Removing trash is an essential part of keeping the environment clean and safe. However, to ensure garbage is thrown away correctly, knowing what can and can’t go in a dumpster is essential. In this comprehensive guide, Duke’s Rolloff aims to help residents and business owners in southeast Wisconsin and northeast Illinois make informed decisions regarding waste disposal.

Duke’s Rolloff has dumpsters in sizes ranging from 15 to 30 feet that can be used for several things, such as:

Things You Can’t Throw Away in a Dumpster

Duke’s Rolloff can take care of many different kinds of trash, but there are some things you should keep from putting in a dumpster. These things are:

  • Hazardous materials
  • Flammable liquids and combustible gasses
  • Paint cans, fuel tanks, jugs
  • Motor vehicle parts
  • Items that are acidic or alkaline
  • Gas tanks and cylinders for propane
  • Refrigerants
  • Insulation made with asbestos
  • Radioactive things
  • Animals who died
  • Large pieces of equipment
  • Couches and beds
  • A lot of big chunks of concrete

Duke’s Rolloff also wants you to avoid throwing away contaminated dirt or rocks. They never take hazardous waste like solvents or other industrial waste. Ensure you know the rules about getting rid of the trash in your area, as there may be fines for misusing dumpsters.

Items that can be thrown away in a dumpster

To keep everyone safe and the environment clean, knowing what can and cannot go in a Duke’s Rolloff dumpster is essential. Some acceptable items are:

  • Typical trash, like food scraps
  • Furniture
  • Appliances
  • Things like leaves and branches from the yard
  • Waste from building projects, like wood boards and drywall
  • Cardboard
  • Paper
  • Bottles of glass
  • Cans
  • Plastic containers
Recyclable Materials

Duke’s Rolloff also takes things that can be recycled, like: 

  • Metals, like aluminum cans
  • Paper products

Duke’s Rolloff is a LEEDS-certified recycling center, which means we are committed to recycling materials whenever possible.

How to Get Rid of Banned Items

Suppose you need to eliminate things that don’t fit in a dumpster. You might contact a local waste facility or recycling center in that case. These resources can help you make sure that illegal items are handled in a way that is responsible and follows local rules.

Duke’s Rolloff is committed to helping customers find effective ways to deal with waste and providing quality services for getting rid of the trash. We are committed to offering waste management services that are safe and effective so that your trash is taken care of properly.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or want to know more about Duke’s Rolloff. We are here to help you with all of your waste management needs. We’re glad you chose Duke’s Rolloff.