Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
Read more →Small-to-mid sized county landfill on Hatcher Drive that locals use for household cleanouts, contractors dropping off commercial loads, and seasonal debris after storms. Trucks and trailers are common here, so expect some truck traffic and a working-site feel. It’s the final burying spot for most on-site material, not a transfer station or drop-off recycling center.
Drive up to an entrance booth and a scale - this site charges by weight, so most people stop on the way in and again on the way out. The property is open and dusty with large berms and compacted cells visible from the approach; loads are directed to a tipping area where material is dumped and pushed into place. There are separate piles for things like yard debris at many Florida landfills, so watch for signs or attendants directing traffic. Weekends and hurricane season bring thicker lines and more commercial activity, so plan for delays.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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