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What Can You Put in a Dumpster Rental?

Flannery's Drop Box Service, Inc. wants your dumpster rental in Portland, OR to go smoothly. Knowing what can go in the box saves time and money. Here is a simple guide. Not sure about an item? Just call us.

Accepted Materials 

We accept the items below, including recycling debris such as wood, metal, cardboard, and paper.

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General household and construction debris

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Concrete

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Dirt

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Sod

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Wood

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Yard debris

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Metal

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Cardboard

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Paper

Items With Extra Charges

Some items cost extra. These are major appliances, computers and monitors, tires, and car batteries.

Materials Not Allowed

Hazardous items are never allowed in a drop box. This includes anything marked caution, poison, toxic, flammable, or combustible. Examples are:

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Paints

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Pesticides and herbicides

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Waste motor oil

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Antifreeze and other car fluids

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Household chemicals

Keep hazardous items out of your box. Tell us about heavy loads, like concrete or roofing, when you order. When in doubt, call us before you load.

Tips Before You Load

Special Disposal Rules 

We haul asbestos, both friable and non-friable. Call us for pricing. For asbestos rules, visit oregonmetro.gov. Heavy items like roofing, concrete, brick, and dirt can add weight charges.

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Have a question about your load? Call (503) 669-8002 or order online to book your dumpster.