When renting a roll-off dumpster in Fort Worth or anywhere in Tarrant County, it is essential to understand what materials are permitted by law. Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) regulations and local municipal landfill rules prohibit hazardous and toxic substances from standard solid waste facilities.
Permitted Materials (What You CAN Put in Your Dumpster)
Our roll-off containers are engineered to handle virtually all standard residential, commercial, and construction waste, including:
- Household Goods: Furniture, mattresses, box springs, toys, clothing, decor, and small household appliances.
- Construction & Demolition Debris: Drywall, lumber, 2x4 framing, plywood, trim, siding, tile, flooring, and asphalt shingles.
- Yard Waste: Tree branches, brush, clippings, and landscaping mulch.
- Packaging & Fixtures: Cardboard, scrap metal, PVC pipes, sinks, bathtubs, and vanity cabinets.
Prohibited Materials (What You CANNOT Put in Your Dumpster)
Strictly Prohibited Items:
- Wet Paint & Lacquers: (Latex paint is only accepted if completely dried and hardened with cat litter or paint hardener).
- Automotive Fluids & Batteries: Motor oil, antifreeze, transmission fluids, brake fluids, and lead-acid car batteries.
- Refrigerants & Freon Units: Refrigerator compressors, AC units, and dehumidifiers (unless certified freon-evacuated by a licensed HVAC technician).
- Hazardous Chemicals: Pesticides, pool chlorine, herbicides, toxic cleaners, and asbestos-containing materials.
- Pressurized Tanks: Propane tanks, helium tanks, and fire extinguishers.
- Tires: Whole tires require specialized tire recycling facilities and are prohibited in standard roll-offs.
Where to Safely Dispose of Hazardous Waste in Fort Worth
If you have prohibited household hazardous waste (HHW) such as motor oil, paint, or electronics, the City of Fort Worth operates the Environmental Collection Center (ECC) located at 6400 Bridge St, Fort Worth, TX 76112. Fort Worth residents can drop off household chemicals and hazardous materials safely and legally at this facility.