When you plan to rent a container for a renovation, construction, or major cleanup project, a common question arises : what am I allowed to put in it, and what is prohibited ? This is not a minor detail, a clear understanding of the list of accepted and refused materials helps you avoid unexpected fees, service delays, and ensures compliance with environmental standards.
At Conteneur Paco, we aim to make everything clear, simple, and efficient. This guide presents the materials you can place in our containers, those to absolutely avoid, as well as some practical tips for responsible waste management. Whether you are a contractor, property owner, or site manager, you will find all the answers here to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Why Knowing the Rules is Important
When you rent a container for a construction, renovation, or cleaning project, it is essential to know what you can (or cannot) dispose of.
This helps you avoid:
- Additional sorting fees;
- Collection delays;
- Environmental or safety risks.
Here is a comprehensive overview to help you understand better 👇
Materials Accepted in our Containers
Several types of materials are accepted, provided they are sorted and deposited separately. Mixing prohibited materials can result in collection refusal or additional fees.
Our containers are available in various sizes, suitable for all types of projects, residential, commercial, or industrial.
🔨 Construction and Demolition Waste
Conteneur Paco containers are often used for this type of waste.
You can deposit:
- Wood, plaster, drywall (walls, ceilings, floors)
- Tiles, ceramic, brick, concrete (in small quantities)
- Finishing materials: moldings, door frames, windows
- Non-hazardous insulation (asbestos-free)
👉 These materials are accepted in mixed containers, as long as they are not combined with prohibited waste.
🏠 Residential and Bulky Waste
For a major cleanup, a move, or decluttering, you can dispose of:
- Used furniture (armchairs, sofas, chairs)
- Mattresses, box springs, carpets, curtains
- Dry household waste, cardboard, broken objects
- Appliances without gas (oven, stove, washer, etc.)
🌿 Green Waste (in Small Quantities)
Our containers can also accommodate green waste, but in limited quantities, to avoid organic overload:
- Cut branches, dead leaves, hedge trimmings
- Dry grass, roots
- Soil or gravel (depending on the chosen container size)
⚙️ Specialized Materials (upon Request)
Certain materials require a specific container or prior approval:
- Asphalt shingles (dedicated exclusive container)
- Dense soil or rubble (concrete, stone, asphalt)
- Drilling mud (geothermal, wells, etc.)
- Contaminated soils or materials (accepted after validation)
Materials Refused in a Container
Certain materials are strictly prohibited in our containers, as they pose risks to safety, public health, or the environment.
Depositing them in an ordinary container can lead to:
- Fines;
- Refusal of processing;
- Collection delays;
- Risks for workers.
Here’s what to absolutely avoid 👇
☣️ Hazardous or Regulated Materials
These products require specialized transport and treatment:
- Paint, solvents, used oils, gasoline, or flammable liquids
- Car or equipment batteries
- Propane tanks, gas cartridges
- Chemicals, pesticides, fertilizers
- Tires (to be taken to an eco-center)
🧫 Biomedical or Hazardous Materials
These wastes pose a health risk:
- Medical waste, syringes, soiled dressings
- Expired or decomposing food
- Medications, pharmaceutical products
- Dead animals or organic remains
🚫 other Unauthorized Materials
These materials pose collection problems or are prohibited from landfill:
- Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners (CFC gas)
- Unemptied liquids or bulk substances
- Uncleaned and uncertified tanks, barrels, vats
- Undeclared contaminated soils
Why these Materials are Refused
Each type of waste must be managed according to specific environmental standards.
Placing prohibited materials in a container can lead to:
- Sorting fees or refusal at the treatment center;
- Collection delays;
- Health and safety risks;
- Environmental non-compliance.
Our team can guide you towards alternative solutions:
- Watertight container;
- Specialized collection service;
- Adapted treatment or transport.
When in Doubt, Ask Us!
Unsure if your material is accepted? Hesitating between two types of containers? Contact us!
A simple photo or call can prevent many errors and save you time and money. Also, consult our container selection page to choose the model best suited for your project.
Conteneur Paco: Simple, Compliant, and Efficient
Our mission is to offer a fast, reliable container rental service that complies with environmental standards.
With Conteneur Paco, you benefit from comprehensive support for your site needs: containers, waste management, selective sorting, and environmental advice.
👉 Contact us today for a quick quote or to book your container online.
We’ll take care of the rest, efficiently and hassle-free!
