While it is tempting to throw everything, including the kitchen sink, into your roll off dumpster rental, there are certain items that are strictly forbidden by most disposal sites. For a complete list of prohibited items, please see our FAQs page. And definitely do not place radioactive capsules of radium! Today’s waste disposal sites are equipped with Geiger counters to detect radiation. Avoid the potential for big fines and headaches and do not throw medical waste into your roll off dumpster rental!

Capsules of radium found at a Norristown, PA waste station.

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Demystifying Dumpster Permits: What You Need to Know Before Your Next Project

Life is full of things – and unfortunately, many of those things will someday wind up in the garbage. Whether you are cleaning out a storage unit, in the midst of a home renovation, or beginning or ending a construction project, renting a dumpster is a necessity. Not only does a large dumpster make the […]

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What You Can (and Can’t) Throw Away During Major Cleanouts (The Complete Guide)

Big cleanouts create a lot of stuff. Some of it can go straight into the trash. Some of it should not. That gap is where many cleanout projects slow down. Items pile up quickly, rules get confusing, and a straightforward cleanup can feel harder than expected. This guide explains what you can throw away during […]

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Downsizing Christmas Decorations? Here Are Meaningful Ways to Give Them a Second Life

After years of collecting ornaments, lights, wreaths, and holiday decor, many families find themselves ready to downsize their Christmas decorations. Maybe you’re simplifying, moving, or just tired of storing bins you no longer use. Before tossing decorations in the trash, consider this: many organizations would love gently used holiday decor, and your items could bring […]

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