Construction Debris Removal in Durham Region

Construction Debris Removal in Durham Region

Renovating your Durham home is exciting — dealing with the leftover debris is not. Here's what you need to know about getting rid of construction waste properly.

What Counts as Construction Debris

Construction debris includes materials left over from renovation or demolition projects:

• Drywall, plaster, and insulation
• Lumber, trim, and flooring
• Tiles, concrete, and masonry
• Old doors, windows, and cabinetry
• Metal piping and electrical components
• Shingles and roofing material

Why It Can't Go in Your Regular Bin

Durham Region's regular garbage and curbside bulk pickup don't accept construction waste. This includes:

• Drywall — contains gypsum, which requires special disposal
• Treated lumber — may contain preservatives regulated under the Ontario Environmental Protection Act
• Roofing shingles — accepted only at specific transfer stations with separate fees
• Large volumes — even clean debris is excluded from residential pickup

Your Options for Construction Waste Removal

1. Rent a bin: Best for large renovations where debris accumulates over days or weeks. Bin rentals in Durham typically run $250–$450. You load, they haul.

2. Hire a junk removal crew: Better for a one-time cleanout after the work is done. We load everything and haul it out, typically faster and easier than a bin for smaller jobs.

3. Durham Region transfer stations: You can bring debris yourself to a Region facility. There are weight-based fees, and not all materials are accepted.

What Durham Junk Removal Does

We remove construction debris from renovation and demo projects across Durham Region. We handle:

• Post-reno cleanouts (full or partial)
• Demolition debris
• Old fixtures, cabinetry, and flooring
• Mixed construction waste loads

We sort recyclable materials (metals, clean wood, drywall) from general waste at disposal. All materials are disposed at licensed facilities.

Pricing for Construction Debris Removal

Construction debris is dense and heavy — pricing is volume-based:

• Small load (a few bags/pieces): $125–$175
• Quarter truck (small reno cleanup): $175–$250
• Half to full truck (large reno or full room demo): $275–$500+

Call (905) 809-9326 for a same-day quote. We serve Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Courtice, and Bowmanville.