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 →Kermit's Disposal Inc. is the local disposal site in Forest Lake used by homeowners and small contractors hauling everyday household and yard debris. Located on Everton Ave N, it's the kind of place people swing by when they need to drop off a load rather than schedule a bulky pickup. Expect typical small-town disposal traffic, busier on weekends and during spring cleanup time.
Drive up to an entrance booth or gate where vehicles are funneled in; there is usually a scale near the entrance so loads are weighed and you may stop twice, in and out. The site is mostly open with piles or containers for different material types, and a simple traffic flow that directs vehicles to the drop zones. Look for a clear place to pull up and unload, often with room to back a trailer close to the pile. In Minnesota winters the pavement can be icy and some facilities nearby put out covered or indoor drop-off options, so plan for slower movement and extra care in cold weather.
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