Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal

At Rochester Dumpster Rental Pros, environmental responsibility is not a marketing slogan — it is a core business practice. We believe that waste management companies have a moral obligation to minimize the amount of material that ends up in landfills. Through strategic recycling partnerships, material sorting programs, and responsible disposal practices, we divert up to 60% of the waste we collect from landfills across Olmsted County.

How We Recycle

Every load we collect is processed through our sorting and recycling workflow. Here is how it works:

Metals: Steel, aluminum, copper, brass, and iron are separated and sent to metal recycling facilities. Construction sites are a particularly rich source of recyclable metal — rebar, ductwork, piping, and structural steel all have high recycling value.

Concrete and Masonry: Concrete, brick, and block are crushed and recycled into aggregate material for road base, drainage applications, and new construction projects. This saves natural stone resources and reduces quarrying.

Clean Wood: Unpainted, untreated dimensional lumber is chipped and recycled into mulch, animal bedding, or biomass fuel. This diverts significant volume from landfills.

Cardboard and Paper: Commercial and residential loads often contain large volumes of cardboard packaging. We ensure this material reaches paper recycling facilities rather than landfills.

Yard Waste: Tree limbs, brush, leaves, and grass clippings are composted at local composting facilities. The resulting compost enriches soil and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.

What You Can Do

• Separate recyclable materials before loading when possible
• Keep concrete and heavy materials in a dedicated container
• Donate usable furniture, clothing, and household items before trashing
• Avoid mixing hazardous materials with general debris
• Ask about our recycling-focused service options when you call (507) 203-6010