What Can You Put in a Dumpster Rental? — West Texas Guide
Most everyday household and construction debris is accepted. But some materials are restricted by the landfill or state regulations — and loading the wrong item can mean a refused load or extra charges. Here's the complete, plain-English breakdown for Let Us Dump It customers across West Texas and the Permian Basin.
Special Handling: Plastic Pipe or PVC Over 4 Feet Long
Plastic pipe or PVC longer than 4 feet carries a $90 surcharge — a fee charged by the Midland landfill, not by us. Pipe under 4 feet is accepted at no additional charge. If you're unsure, text us a photo before loading and we'll confirm immediately.
🏠 Household & Furniture
Accepted
- ✓Sofas, couches & armchairs
- ✓Mattresses & bed frames
- ✓Dressers, tables & chairs
- ✓Clothing, textiles & linens
- ✓Books, papers & office supplies
- ✓Toys, games & hobby items
- ✓Boxes & packing materials
- ✓Rugs & carpet (rolled or cut)
- ✓Mirrors & picture frames
- ✓Small appliances (microwaves, toasters)
Not Accepted
- ✕TVs, monitors, computers — regulated e-waste
- ✕Printers, copiers & electronics
- ✕Lithium batteries (phones, laptops)
- ✕Propane tanks & gas canisters
🔌 Large Appliances
Accepted
- ✓Washers & dryers (~175 lbs each)
- ✓Refrigerators & freezers (~300 lbs)
- ✓Stoves, ovens & ranges (~130 lbs)
- ✓Dishwashers (~75 lbs)
- ✓Water heaters (~140 lbs)
- ✓Window & central A/C units
- ✓Hot water tanks & boilers
⚠️ Appliances are heavy — factor their weight into your tonnage estimate.
Not Accepted
- ✕Refrigerants must be removed before disposal — appliances with intact refrigerant require certified evacuation first. Confirm with us if unsure.
🏗️ Construction & Renovation
Accepted
- ✓Drywall & plaster
- ✓Lumber, studs & framing wood
- ✓Flooring — tile, hardwood, laminate, vinyl
- ✓Windows & doors (residential)
- ✓Cabinets & countertops
- ✓Metal scrap & ductwork
- ✓Pipes & fittings (PVC under 4 ft — see surcharge note for longer)
- ✓Insulation (non-asbestos)
- ✓Concrete, brick & block
- ✓Gravel & rock
- ✓Mixed construction debris
Not Accepted
- ✕Asbestos materials — requires licensed abatement. Common in pre-1980 homes (floor tiles, insulation, pipe wrap). Test before demo.
- ✕Lead paint debris in large quantities — requires special handling
- ✕Contaminated soil
🔨 Roofing Materials
Accepted
- ✓Asphalt shingles (~250 lbs per square)
- ✓OSB & plywood decking
- ✓Underlayment & roofing felt
- ✓Fascia, soffit & trim
- ✓Gutters & downspouts
- ✓Ridge vents & flashing
⚠️ Shingles are very heavy. A 2,000 sq ft roof generates ~5,000 lbs of material. Monitor your weight limit carefully — or call us to size correctly.
Not Accepted
- ✕Asbestos-containing roofing materials (older built-up or asbestos shingles) — test first
🌿 Yard & Landscaping
Accepted
- ✓Tree limbs, branches & brush
- ✓Sod & turf
- ✓Dirt & fill material
- ✓Leaves & bagged garden debris
- ✓Fencing — wood, chain link, posts
- ✓Sheds & outbuilding panels
- ✓Pavers & landscape rock
- ✓Storm debris (wind, hail damage)
⚠️ Dirt and sod are heavy — 90–100 lbs per cubic foot. Even a 15-yd dumpster half-full of dirt can exceed weight limits.
Not Accepted
- ✕Pesticides, herbicides & fertilizers
- ✕Contaminated or chemically treated soil
☣️ Never Accepted — Hazardous Materials
Chemicals & Liquids
- ✕Paint cans with liquid paint
- ✕Motor oil & transmission fluid
- ✕Gasoline, diesel & fuel
- ✕Solvents, thinners & cleaners
- ✕Pool chemicals & bleach
- ✕Pesticides & herbicides
- ✕Antifreeze & brake fluid
- ✕Any liquid waste of any kind
Regulated Items
- ✕Old tires (any quantity)
- ✕Car & lead-acid batteries
- ✕Asbestos materials
- ✕Medical & biohazard waste
- ✕Railroad ties (creosote-treated)
- ✕Propane tanks (any size)
- ✕Ammunition & explosives
- ✕Radioactive materials
🚛 Services We Don't Offer
- ✕Curbside / drop-and-wait service — we deliver the container, you fill it, we pick it up. We don't wait at the curb.
- ✕Single-item pickup — we're a roll-off rental service, not a junk removal company. For one couch or appliance, a junk hauler is a better fit.
60-second call or text — we'd rather confirm now than have a refused load at the landfill.
