Before You Load Up, Know What’s Allowed:
A Friendly Reminder for Our Dallas Customers
Certain local ordinances in Dallas might affect what you can dispose of in our dumpsters. For any specific disposal guidelines in the Dallas area, don't hesitate to call American AF Dumpsters!
What Can Dallas Residents Put in our Dumpster Rentals?
Whether you're renovating a historic home in the Dallas area or cleaning out your attic in Waxahachie, our dumpsters are here to handle your disposal needs. Here's what you can typically toss in:
Furniture
Throwing out some old furniture that's seen some better days?
Furniture Frenzy:
Dallas homes have seen many styles over the years.
Whether it's a vintage Texan rocking chair or a once-loved wooden bookshelf, we can handle it. Upholstered furniture might need a check due to Dallas regulations. So, when in doubt, ring us up!
Electronics
Gone are the days of bulky CRTs and oversized desktops, but electronic waste remains.
Tech Toss-Up:
Many dumpsters are e-waste friendly, but with conditions. TVs, computers, printers, and the like can come with disposal fees, especially in e-waste mandated areas. Before you toss that old tech, consider Dallas’s recycling and donation options. After all, one man's trash is another man's treasure!
Mattresses & Box Springs
Sleep solutions don’t last forever.
Bedtime Breakdown: While you might want to throw out that lumpy old mattress, it's essential to note that only certain areas allow it. There might be fees covering the costs of breaking mattresses down for recycling or landfill use. So, if you're looking to part ways with your bed in Dallas, ensure you’re following local guidelines or explore other disposal avenues.
What's Prohibited To Be Put in an American AF Dumpster?
Before embarking on your renovation journey in the Dallas area or decluttering your Red Oaks basement, it's essential to know what our dumpsters won't accept. Here's a list of items you should avoid tossing in:
Paint Cans
Splashes of color with potential environmental concerns.
Hues with Hazards: Paints, especially those crafted before the 90s, can be laced with harmful components like lead or mercury. The list of offenders extends to paint thinners, certain lacquers, and wood stains. But, it's not all grim - many municipalities allow for the disposal of dried latex paint when secured in a plastic bag. Emptied paint containers generally receive a green light too.
Car Batteries
Powerful essentials, yet potential environmental hazards.
Charged Challenges:
Batteries, especially car and lithium varieties, are not fit for dumpsters due to the possibility of chemical leakage. Fortunately, many local recyclers and auto shops welcome old car batteries. For your tech gadgets, lithium batteries can be handed over to most electronic megastores. And for those general-purpose batteries like AA, AAA, and D? They get a pass into the dumpster.
Adhesives
Sticky solutions, but problematic disposals.
Binding Barriers:
When dumped, adhesives like glues and epoxies can create a mess, adhering unintended materials inside the dumpster. Rather than risking this, it's wiser to discard them with your regular trash or, better yet, send them for recycling.