What is allowed and not allowed in the Dumpsters

YES

  • Household Junk: Furniture, appliances, clothing, toys, etc.

  • Construction Debris: Wood, drywall, roofing materials, etc.

  • Yard Waste: Leaves, branches, grass clippings, etc.

  • Renovation Materials: Flooring, cabinets, etc.

  • Bulky Furniture: Mattresses, couches, etc.

  • Kids' Toys:

  • General household trash: 

 NO

  • Hazardous Materials: Chemicals, asbestos, paint, solvents, propane tanks, aerosol cans, ammunition, etc.

  • Flammable or Combustible Materials: Items that could ignite or explode

  • Biohazardous Waste:

  • Certain Electronics: While some electronics may be accepted, it's best to call ahead to confirm if they can be disposed of in the dumpster.

  • Dirt 

Open Door Mission – does NOT Accept

Certain types of appliances

  • Built-in appliances

  • Sinks

  • Dishwashers (Unless portable)

Certain types of electronics

  • Tube TVs

  • Large projection TVs

  • CRT Computer Monitors (non flat screens)

  • Typewriters

  • Nonworking electronics, radios, or televisions

Certain types of furniture

  • Mattresses, Wooden headboards

  • Broken furniture

  • Sleeper sofas, Hide-a-beds

  • Organs or pianos

  • Waterbeds, Waterbed frames, Waterbed headboards

Miscellaneous items

  • Tires of any kind

  • Wet clothing

  • Expired infant car seats

Certain types of construction supplies

  • Concrete blocks or bricks

  • Doors, Windows, Glass

  • Used carpet

  • Used paint, solvents, or grease

  • Fertilizer, Pesticides

Questions?