Where Does Your Trash Go After It Leaves the Dumpster?

When you rent a roll off dumpster from Rollin’ Dice Trucking, the job doesn’t end when we haul it away. Have you ever wondered where your trash goes after it leaves the dumpster? The answer depends on the type of materials, but it usually involves one of two places: a transfer station or a landfill—and in many cases, recycling comes into play too.

Transfer Stations vs. Landfills

Transfer Station:
Think of a transfer station as a sorting hub. When your dumpster is picked up, it may first go to a transfer station where waste is weighed, inspected, and sorted. Some items are pulled out for recycling, while the rest is consolidated and loaded onto larger trucks to be transported to a landfill.

Landfill:
If items can’t be reused or recycled, they’re taken to a landfill. Landfills are carefully engineered and regulated sites designed to safely contain waste, but they’re not the most sustainable solution—which is why recycling and material recovery are so important.

Recycling Makes a Difference

Not everything in a dumpster has to end up in a landfill. Materials like concrete, metal, wood, and even certain plastics can often be recycled. For example, concrete from a demolition project can be crushed and reused as base material for new construction. Recycling keeps valuable materials in circulation, reduces the strain on landfills, and supports a cleaner environment.

By letting us know you are going to fill a dumpster with only concrete, metal, or wood, it allows us to plan for recycling your dumpster rather than taking it to a landfill.

Why It Matters

At Rollin’ Dice Trucking, we do more than just provide dumpsters—we’re committed to responsible disposal. By understanding the difference between transfer stations, landfills, and recycling opportunities, we can help you can make more informed choices about what goes into your dumpster and how your waste impacts the environment.

Have other questions you need answered?

Check out our Frequently Asked Questions page or if you’re in the Louisa, Lake Anna, Charlottesville, or Richmond, Virginia area and are in need of a roll off construction dumpster, you can reach out to Rollin’ Dice Trucking via text, email, website inquiry form, or phone call.