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Dumpster Rental in Chesapeake, VA: A Local Guide
Chesapeake dumpster rentals from a locally owned company: sizes and weight limits, what a rental includes, permit basics and what stays out of the box.
Guidelines · 7 min read
What Can and Can't Go in a Dumpster in Virginia
Most household and renovation debris can go in a roll-off. The exceptions are the items that are hazardous, regulated or dangerous to haul, and each has somewhere else to go.
- Licensed & insured
- Same-day in Chesapeake
- Flat-rate pricing
- Locally owned in Chesapeake
Yes: what goes in
- Household junk and furniture. Clutter, boxes and furniture are welcome. If a bulky item is unclear, call before you load it.
- Construction and renovation debris. Wood, drywall, flooring, siding, trim, cabinets, countertops and fixtures.
- Roofing shingles. They are heavy, so mind the weight allowance.
- Concrete, brick and asphalt. Within the weight limits.
- Metal, plastic and cardboard.
- Yard waste. Branches, shrubs, grass clippings, leaves, small stumps, and clean wood, soil, sod and mulch on our yard waste service.
No: what stays out
- Paint, thinners, oils and automotive fluids, and solvents.
- Hazardous chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Batteries and electronics, including fluorescent bulbs.
- Propane tanks, fuel containers and pressurized cylinders.
- Tires.
- Medical or biohazard waste.
- Asbestos.
- Appliances that contain refrigerant, such as fridges and freezers.
Our terms say improper disposal can bring extra fees or legal penalties, so if you are not sure about an item, call before you load it.
Where each no-item goes instead
| Item | Where it goes |
|---|---|
| Paint, solvents, oils, automotive fluids, household chemicals, batteries | Your city or county collection centers and hazardous-waste drop-offs. The City of Chesapeake's collection centers are one option, and we can point you to the right one. |
| TVs, monitors and computers | Our junk removal service takes electronics such as TVs, monitors and computers. Your city or county may also run an electronics drop-off. |
| Tires | Ask your city or county where tires are accepted. We do not take them in our boxes. |
| Propane tanks and fuel containers | Ask your city or county, or your supplier, about a return or drop-off. Keep them out of the box. |
| Fridges, freezers and other appliances with refrigerant | Our junk removal service takes appliances such as refrigerators, with proper handling included. |
| Medical or biohazard waste | Ask your medical provider or pharmacy for a proper disposal route. |
| Asbestos | A qualified asbestos contractor. Never in our boxes. If an older home may contain it, have it checked before demolition starts. |
Heavy loads and mixing
Mixed household and renovation debris is fine in one box. Heavy material such as concrete, dirt, brick, asphalt and shingles uses the weight allowance quickly, so keep it separate where you can and tell us what it is before you load. Dirt and rock mixed in with household junk should be checked first, because the weight limits apply to the whole load.
Loading the box safely
Keep the debris level with or below the top edge. Overfilled dumpsters cannot be hauled, so we may need to adjust or swap the bin. Spread the load so it does not pile up at one end, and keep the access clear for the truck. The customer is responsible for overloaded or blocked containers under our terms. Do not move the dumpster yourself: our drivers position it for loading and pickup. If you need it moved, call us.
Where the loads go
All debris goes to disposal and recycling facilities in the Hampton Roads area. We sort and recycle materials such as concrete, metal and wood whenever possible, to reduce the load that goes to landfill, and we keep yard waste as its own load where we can.
If you are unsure, call first
Call before you load an item you are not sure about. It is quicker to ask than to deal with a rejected item afterwards. Call (757) 844-5926, and we will tell you where it can go.
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Frequently asked questions
Not covered here? Call (757) 844-5926 and ask.
Can I put furniture and household junk in a dumpster?
Yes. Household junk and furniture are welcome. If a bulky item is unclear, call us before you load it.
Can I put tires or a car battery in?
No. Tires and batteries are on our no list. Ask your city or county where to take them.
Can I put a TV or computer in?
No. Electronics stay out of the box. Ask your city or county about an electronics drop-off.
What about paint and chemicals?
Keep them out. Paint, solvents, oils, automotive fluids and hazardous chemicals are on our no list, and your city or county can point you to a drop-off.
Services this guide applies to
Container sizes mentioned
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Ready when you are
Ready to book a container in Chesapeake?
Call (757) 844-5926 with the address and what is going in. A quote and a delivery window before you hang up.