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Dispose of Your Junk Responsibly: Acceptable Waste Materials in Hamilton

At BIZ Bins, we understand the importance of responsible waste disposal in Hamilton. We are committed to preserving our environment and ensuring that the contents of our bins are safe for disposal. By reviewing the lists on this page, you are helping us keep the waste removal process as safe, efficient, and eco-friendly as possible. We aim to make it easy for you to dispose of your waste responsibly, whether completing home renovations, landscaping projects, or cleaning up after bad weather. We accept a wide range of materials in our bins, but we do not accept hazardous materials such as car batteries and asbestos for safety reasons. Check the complete list of acceptable waste materials below!

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Accepted Materials

Our waste disposal bins are frequently used for:

  • Appliances

  • Concrete

  • Dirt

  • Doors

  • Drywall

  • Flooring

  • Furniture

  • Garbage

  • Glass

  • Grass

  • Shingles

  • Soil

  • Stone

  • Windows

  • Wood

  • …and more

Materials Not Accepted

To ensure safety and environmental protection, please refrain from placing the following items in your rental bin:

  • Asbestos*

  • Car batteries

  • Chemicals*

  • Cleaning products

  • Contaminated soil*

  • Oil

  • Paint

  • Propane tanks

*Handling hazardous materials such as asbestos, contaminated soils, and caustic chemicals requires specialized expertise and should be done only by trained professionals. There are several online resources available that can guide you in the proper disposal of these materials.

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Recycle Bin - Prohibited Items with Minister Approved Waste Stations in Ontario

The City of Hamilton offers recycling programs for a variety of items that cannot be disposed of through curbside garbage collection or BIZ Bins' roll-off waste bins. These recycling services are typically free, but non-recyclable items may be subject to a waste-disposal fee. Caustic and environmentally hazardous materials, including batteries, paints, non-rigid plastics, styrofoam, yard waste, furniture, and other items, can be recycled at these centres.

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  • Aerosol cans

  • Appliances (e.g., freezers, microwaves, washers, dryers, etc.)

  • Auto batteries

  • Auto fluids

  • Batteries — phones, electronics, rechargeables

  • Electric motors

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  • Firearms

  • Varnishes, and stains

  • Pool chemicals

  • Tires

  • Vehicle batteries

If you are uncertain about whether an item is accepted or not, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'll gladly assist you in determining whether it's suitable for disposal in our bins.

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Unsure of the bin size you need? Browse through our selection of bin sizes and find the perfect fit for your disposal needs.

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