What Can You Throw in a Dumpster in Colorado?

What's Allowed in Our Dumpsters

The following materials are accepted in our 15 cubic yard dump trailers throughout Denver Metro:

• Furniture — sofas, beds, dressers, tables, chairs, mattresses
• Appliances — washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers (not refrigerators with Freon)
• Construction debris — drywall, lumber, flooring, roofing shingles, insulation
• Yard waste — branches, brush, leaves, sod, landscaping debris
• General household junk — boxes, clothing, toys, electronics
• Renovation materials — cabinets, fixtures, tile, carpet
• Concrete and dirt — in small quantities, call us first as overage fees may apply

What's NOT Allowed in Dumpsters in Colorado

Colorado state law and landfill regulations prohibit certain materials from being disposed of in standard roll-off dumpsters. Do not put the following in our trailers:

• Hazardous waste — paint, solvents, pesticides, chemicals
• Tires — these require special disposal in Colorado
• Refrigerators and air conditioners containing Freon (CFC refrigerants)
• Batteries — car batteries, lithium batteries
• Asbestos-containing materials
• Medical waste
• Liquid waste of any kind
• Propane tanks

Not Sure About a Specific Item?

Call us at (303) 521-9910 before you load it. We'd rather answer a quick question than have you deal with an overage charge or rejected load at the landfill. We're familiar with Colorado disposal regulations and can advise on the best way to handle unusual items.

Where to Dispose of Prohibited Items in Denver

For hazardous waste in Denver Metro, Jefferson County, Arapahoe County, Adams County, Douglas County, Boulder County, and Broomfield County each have household hazardous waste drop-off programs. Search your county name plus "household hazardous waste drop-off" for locations and hours.