Most of what comes out of a home or job site can go straight into the bin. A few items cannot, and knowing the difference saves you surcharges and delays.
Accepted in every bin
- Household junk, furniture, and mattresses
- Wood, drywall, flooring, and trim
- Shingles and roofing debris
- Cardboard, plastics, and packaging
- Yard waste, branches, and sod
- Appliances without refrigerants
Needs a dedicated bin
Dirt, concrete, brick, and asphalt are accepted, but only in a clean-fill bin. Mixing them with general waste makes the load too heavy and too expensive to sort. See our dirt and concrete bins for how those loads work.
Not accepted
- Paint, solvents, and chemicals
- Propane tanks and fuel
- Batteries
- Tires
- Fridges, freezers, and air conditioners with refrigerant still inside
- Asbestos and other hazardous materials
These items have their own disposal streams in Ontario. Most municipalities run a hazardous waste depot, and many retailers take back batteries and paint.
Keep it level with the top
Disposal sites and highway rules both require loads to sit at or below the bin rim. Anything sticking out has to come off before the truck can leave, so pack it flat and fill the corners first.
If you are unsure about a specific item, send us a photo or give us a call before it goes in the bin.
