70 Common Dumpster Items for Home Projects
Whether you’re tackling a major home renovation or doing a seasonal cleanup, renting a roll off dumpster can save time, stress, and trips to the landfill. But what exactly can go in your dumpster during these residential projects? Here’s a categorized list of 70 common dumpster items homeowners use for improvement and cleanup projects.
Outdoor Projects
Driveways and Hardscapes
- Concrete chunks (from driveways or patios)
- Asphalt pieces
- Pavers and walking stones
- Broken bricks
- Gravel and crushed stone (small amounts)
- Old cement bags (hardened)
- Mortar debris
Yard Cleanup & Landscaping
- Tree branches
- Bush and shrub clippings
- Sod and soil (check with your dumpster provider first)
- Landscape timbers
- Mulch bags (used)
- Wood fencing panels
- Chain link fencing
- Outdoor furniture (damaged or rusted)
- Garden pots and planters
- Broken hoses or irrigation tubing
Structures & Features
- Backyard play sets
- Swing sets
- Trampolines (broken down)
- Old garden sheds
- Pergolas and arbors
- Deck boards and railing
- Pool liners (vinyl)
- Pool covers
- Hot tub shells (cut into pieces)
Interior Renovations
Living Room & Bedrooms
- Carpet and carpet padding
- Hardwood flooring
- Laminate or vinyl planks
- Old furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- Shelving and bookcases
- Drywall scraps
- Wall paneling
- Baseboards and molding
- Interior doors
Kitchens
- Cabinets
- Countertops
- Backsplash tile
- Sink basins (non-metal)
- Broken dishes and cookware
- Kitchen chairs and tables
- Pantry shelving
Bathrooms
- Bathtubs (fiberglass, porcelain-coated steel)
- Toilets
- Sinks and vanities
- Shower doors and enclosures
- Bathroom tiles
- Medicine cabinets
Garage & Storage Cleanouts
- Boxes of old or ruined items
- Broken tools and equipment
- Rusted shelving units
- Workbenches
- Bicycles
- Damaged storage cabinets
- Old sports equipment
- Coolers and bins
- Extension cords (non-working)
General Home Decluttering
- Old pillows and cushions
- Bed frames
- Clothing (unsalvageable)
- Toys (broken or dirty)
- Luggage
- Wall decor
- Lamps and light fixtures
- Window blinds and curtain rods
- Ceiling fans
- Mirrors and glass (wrapped for safety)
- Books and paper (damaged)
- Holiday decorations (old or broken)
- Rugs and runners
Final Tips
Before you load up your dumpster, always check our FAQs under “Materials’ to see which items are not allowed, such as hazardous waste, electronics, or liquids.
