Fill Line, Weight, and Prohibited Items

Why Fill Line and Weight Rules Matter

• Safety: Overfilled or overweight bags can spill, tear, or exceed safe lifting limits.
• Speed: Correct loading helps us complete your pickup within 24–72 hours—no appointment window.
• Compliance: Keeping prohibited items out prevents delays, extra fees, or restaging.

The Fill Line: How Full Is “Full”?

• Stay at or below the printed line. Do not mound or stack items above the edge.
• Keep the top level and stable. If it’s above the line or irregular, remove items until level.
• Leave strap access clear. Do not bury, knot, or tape over lift straps.

Weight and Load Distribution (Heavy vs. Light Materials)

• Even distribution: Mix heavier items across the base and surround with lighter materials to prevent shifting.
• Dense materials = lower volume: Heavy debris (e.g., shingles, tile, masonry) may reach weight limits before the fill line—stop loading early if the bag becomes too heavy.
• Spread the load: Avoid “one corner” piles of dense debris; keep the center of gravity low and centered.

What We Take (Accepted Materials)

• Renovation debris: drywall, lumber, trim, cabinets, doors, tile, fixtures
• Roofing: shingles (bagged), underlayment, flashing
• Flooring: carpet, padding, laminate, vinyl, tile
• Yard waste: branches (bundled), leaves (bagged), small shrubs (no soil attached)
• Household junk: furniture, boxes, non‑hazardous clutter See placement and access guidance:
• Bag Placement 101: https://junksterbag.com/dumpster-bag-placement-101/
• Crane Access & Clearance: https://junksterbag.com/crane-access-and-clearance/

What Not to Load (Prohibited Items)

• Hazardous materials: lead paint, oil, fuel, solvents, chemicals
• Batteries, propane tanks, pressurized cylinders
• Asbestos, lead paint chips/dust, medical waste, sharps, biohazards
• Soil, contaminated dirt, wet concrete, hot ashes
• 24–72 Hour Pickup Expectations: https://junksterbag.com/24-to-72-hour-pickup-expectations/

Special Materials: Roofing, Masonry, and Dense Debris

• Roofing shingles: Bag in smaller increments; keep under safe lift limits even if not at the fill line.
• Masonry (brick, block, stone, concrete): Load in thin layers; consider multiple bags for larger projects.
• Tile and mortar: Alternate layers with lighter debris to stabilize the load. Surface tips:
• Surface & Ground Conditions: https://junksterbag.com/surface-ground-conditions/
• Slopes, Hills & Tight Spaces: https://junksterbag.com/slopes-hills-and-tight-spaces/

Securing the Load (Wind, Rain, and Access to Straps)

• In wind: Keep debris below the fill line and use a snug tarp weighted at corners (no ropes tied overhead).
• In rain: Avoid low spots that pool water; keep contents covered and the area firm and level.
• Strap access: Keep all lifting straps visible and free—do not tape or knot them. Weather tips:
• Weather & Seasonal Prep: https://junksterbag.com/weather-and-seasonal-prep/
• Distance & Safety Guidelines: https://junksterbag.com/distance-and-safety-guidelines/

Pre‑Pickup Checklist (Quick Steps)

• At/below fill line; top is level and stable
• Even weight distribution; dense materials loaded low and spread out
• No prohibited items; straps accessible
• Outdoor placement with a straight lift path and clear overhead
• Firm, level surface; vehicles moved; gates unlocked for the full 24–72 hr window Book pickup: https://junksterbag.com/#orders