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Little Junkers Material Guide

What can you put in a dumpster? Little Junkers material guide.

Use this guide before you load your dumpster. See which common materials are usually accepted, which items need to be checked first, and which materials should stay out. Not sure about something? Call us before loading it.

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Commonly Accepted Materials

Items you can usually put in your dumpster

These common non-hazardous materials are generally accepted in Little Junkers dumpsters for household cleanouts, moving projects, renovations and routine property cleanup.

Allowed

Household Junk

Allowed: Furniture, boxes, toys, decor, clothing, bagged clutter and other general household cleanout debris can usually go in your Little Junkers dumpster.

Allowed

Remodeling Debris

Allowed: Cabinets, wood, trim, drywall, flooring, doors, fixtures and other non-hazardous remodeling debris can usually be loaded in the dumpster.

Allowed

Boxes & Packaging

Allowed: Cardboard, packing materials, broken-down boxes and other debris from moving, unpacking or property cleanouts can usually go in the dumpster.

Usually Allowed

Yard Debris

Usually allowed: Branches, leaves, shrubs and routine landscaping debris can usually go in the dumpster. Dirt, large logs and other dense materials should be confirmed before loading.

Check Before Loading

Dumpster materials that need to be checked first

Some materials require different handling because of weight, disposal-facility rules or additional disposal requirements. Contact Little Junkers before loading any of the items below.

Check First

Mattresses & Box Springs

Check first: Mattresses and box springs may require separate handling or additional disposal charges. Contact Little Junkers before loading them so we can confirm the current requirements.

Check First

Tires

Check first: Tires can require separate disposal or recycling. Contact Little Junkers before putting tires in the dumpster so we can confirm how they should be handled.

Check First

Appliances

Check first: Appliances may have different disposal requirements. Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other refrigerant-containing equipment must be disclosed before loading.

Check First

Concrete, Dirt & Tile

Check first: Concrete, dirt, brick, tile and similar materials become very heavy quickly. Contact Little Junkers before loading them so we can confirm the appropriate dumpster and loading guidance.

Check First

Roofing Shingles

Check first: Roofing shingles are dense and can add substantial weight. Contact Little Junkers before booking or loading shingles so we can confirm the appropriate service and loading guidance.

Check First

Paint & Related Materials

Check first: Paint cans and related materials may require special handling. Liquid paint is prohibited and should not be placed in the dumpster. Contact Little Junkers before loading paint cans or similar materials.

Keep These Out

Prohibited & hazardous items that should not go in a dumpster

Some materials require separate disposal because of safety, environmental or disposal-facility requirements. The items below should not be placed in a Little Junkers dumpster.

Prohibited

Lithium Batteries

Prohibited: Do not place lithium-ion batteries, e-bike batteries, power-tool batteries, laptop batteries, power banks or battery packs in the dumpster. Damaged or crushed lithium batteries can create a fire risk.

Prohibited

Fuels, Chemicals & Flammable Materials

Prohibited: Do not place gasoline, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, fuel, flammable liquids or similar chemical products in the dumpster.

Prohibited

Liquids & Liquid Paint

Prohibited: Do not place loose liquids, liquid paint or containers holding liquid material in the dumpster. Paint cans or related materials that no longer contain liquid should still be confirmed with Little Junkers before loading.

Prohibited

Hazardous or Regulated Waste

Prohibited: Do not place asbestos, medical waste, biohazards, contaminated materials or unknown hazardous waste in the dumpster. These materials require an appropriate disposal provider.

Prohibited

Pressurized Containers

Prohibited: Propane tanks, compressed-gas cylinders and other pressurized containers should not be placed in the dumpster.

Overloaded Little Junkers pink dumpster with debris extending above the safe loading line
Loading Reminder

Keep debris below the top edge.

Materials should remain inside the dumpster and below the top edge. An overloaded dumpster may not be safe to transport and may need to be adjusted before pickup.

Loading Rules

How to load your dumpster the right way

Follow these loading and access rules to help keep your dumpster safe, accessible and ready for pickup.

Stay Below the Top Edge

Keep all debris inside the dumpster and below the top edge. Materials extending above the container can prevent safe transport and may need to be removed or adjusted before pickup.

Watch Heavy Materials

Contact Little Junkers before loading heavy or dense materials. Dirt, concrete, brick, tile, roofing shingles and similar materials can add substantial weight quickly and may require different loading guidance.

Keep Pickup Access Clear

The truck must have clear access to the dumpster for pickup. Keep vehicles, gates, low branches, basketball goals and other obstacles away from the dumpster and the truck's approach path.

Contain Loose Debris

Bag or contain lightweight trash and small loose debris when practical. This helps keep materials inside the dumpster and reduces the chance of windblown debris before pickup.

Material FAQ

Frequently asked questions about dumpster materials

Quick answers about common materials, disposal restrictions and loading situations before you use your dumpster.

Prohibited

Can I put wet paint in the dumpster?

No. Liquid paint is prohibited and should not be placed in the dumpster. Paint cans and related materials may require special handling, so contact Little Junkers before loading them.

Prohibited

Can lithium batteries go in the dumpster?

No. Lithium-ion batteries are prohibited and should never be placed in the dumpster. Damaged or crushed batteries can create a fire risk. This includes power-tool batteries, e-bike batteries, laptop batteries, power banks and battery packs.

Prohibited

What about car batteries and used motor oil?

Car batteries and used motor oil should not be placed in the dumpster. Contact Little Junkers if these materials are part of your project so we can confirm the appropriate disposal guidance.

Check First

Are mattresses and appliances allowed?

Check with Little Junkers before loading them. Mattresses, box springs and some appliances may require different disposal handling or additional charges. Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners and other refrigerant-containing equipment should always be disclosed first.

Check First

Can tires go in the dumpster?

Check with Little Junkers before loading tires. Tires may require separate disposal or recycling, and requirements can vary by receiving facility.

Check First

Can I load concrete, dirt or roofing shingles?

Check with Little Junkers before loading concrete, dirt, brick, tile or roofing shingles. These dense materials can add substantial weight quickly and may require different dumpster or loading guidance.

Loading Rule

What happens if the dumpster is overloaded?

Debris must remain inside the dumpster and below the top edge. If a load cannot be transported safely, material may need to be removed or adjusted before pickup.

Still Not Sure?

Check with us before you load it.

If your material isn't covered in this guide, give Little Junkers a call before putting it in the dumpster. We'll help confirm whether it can be loaded or whether it needs different disposal handling.

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