Most remodeling and cleanout debris is fine. The limits come from Missouri's landfill bans and from the City's own list of what its landfill won't take.
Missouri bans several items from landfills. Major appliances like refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, stoves, and water heaters are on the list. So are whole tires, waste oil, car batteries, and yard waste such as grass, leaves, and tree trimmings.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos can't go in a standard dumpster either.
The City's rules add a few more items. Its landfill turns away explosives, flammable and toxic materials, batteries, liquids, oil, and sludge. Drums and closed containers are only accepted if they're washed, crushed, and have both ends removed. For household chemicals, the City runs a collection center by appointment at 417-864-2000.
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