What Can I Put in the Dumpster?
Know before you load. RedArk accepts a wide range of household and project debris — but some materials require prior approval, and others are never permitted.
Commonly Accepted Materials
RedArk accepts a wide range of household and project debris. The items below are generally accepted — but always check with RedArk if you have a specific material question before loading.
- Household junk and general cleanout debris
- Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables, dressers, bed frames)
- Boxes, cardboard, and packaging
- Clothing and textiles
- Wood and lumber (dimensional lumber, trim, framing)
- Drywall and gypsum board
- Remodeling and renovation debris
- Flooring (carpet, hardwood, vinyl, laminate)
- Cabinets and shelving
- Roofing shingles and roofing debris (weight limits apply)
- Yard debris and landscaping material
- Appliances (contact RedArk for specific items)
- General nonhazardous household and project debris
Heavy Materials — Approval Required
Heavy materials can reach safe or legal weight limits long before the dumpster is physically full. RedArk approval is required for heavy-material loads. Estimate your weight with the calculators below, then contact RedArk before booking.
Concrete (slabs, sidewalks, patios, footings)
Weight approval required — use the Concrete & Asphalt Calculator before booking.
Brick and block
Dense masonry reaches weight limits quickly. Contact RedArk before loading.
Dirt and soil
Even a partial load of dirt can exceed weight limits. Approval required.
Asphalt
Heavy material. Weight approval required.
Tile and mortar
Tile and mortar can weigh 15–25 lbs per sq ft. Estimate weight before loading.
Plaster
Dense material. Contact RedArk for guidance on large plaster loads.
Roofing shingles (large quantities)
Shingles are heavier than they appear. Use the Roofing Debris Calculator to estimate weight.
Other dense demolition debris
Contact RedArk before loading any material you believe may be unusually heavy.
Prohibited Items — Never Accepted
The following materials are never accepted in a RedArk dumpster. Loading prohibited materials may result in additional fees, removal charges, or liability. If you are unsure about a specific material, contact RedArk before loading.
- Paint, stains, and liquid coatings
- Chemicals and solvents
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Tires
- Batteries (automotive and household)
- Propane tanks and compressed gas cylinders
- Medical waste and sharps
- Electronics (contact RedArk for guidance)
- Hazardous or toxic materials of any kind
- Liquids and wet waste
- Any material prohibited by local, state, or federal disposal regulations
See the RedArk Terms of Use for full safe-loading requirements and customer responsibilities.
Estimate Your Debris Weight
Choose the calculator that matches your material. Estimating weight before you book helps you choose the right dumpster size and avoid unexpected overages.
Ready to Reserve a Dumpster?
Start your reservation below. If your project includes heavy materials, describe them in the optional field so RedArk can evaluate your load.
Questions About a Specific Material?
If you're unsure whether a material is accepted, contact RedArk before loading. It's always better to ask first.