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MATERIALS

Materials Deliverable with Your Container Rental

residential deliveries of mulch

Mulch

We offer mulch for flower bed, garden and walkways in both Dark Brown and Red. Mulch is suitable to retain moisture in the soil, suppress weeds, keep the soil cool, prevent frost heaving in winter, and make the garden bed look more attractive.. Mulch is sold by the cubic yard and is delivered in your rental container. A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

residential deliveries of topsoil

Topsoil

We offer finely pulverized topsoil for filling up raised beds, repairing eroded spots, or filling in holes. When planting a new lawn or over-seeding a patchy lawn, you can use a thin layer of topsoil to protect grass seeds as they sprouts. Topsoil is sold by the cubic yard and is delivered in your rental container. A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

residential deliveries of asphalt

Asphalt Grindings

We offer finely ground recycled asphalt which may be used as a binder for the quarry materials (stone, rock, sand, silt) that make up the load-bearing portion of a bituminous concrete surface. Asphalt grindings are sold by the cubic yard and is delivered in your rental container. A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

residential deliveries of asphalt

Asphalt Cold Patch

We offer asphalt cold patch which may be used as a repair material for filling potholes and cracks on roads, bridges, parking lots, driveways and other asphalt and concrete surfaces. This product is unique. It is made from RAP—recycled asphalt pavement — which has been treated so that the hardened asphalt will re-bond when compacted. Asphalt cold patch are sold by the cubic yard and is delivered in your rental container. A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

Sand & Mason’s Sand

We offer bulk loads of finely screened sand which may be used as filler for patios and walkways, for improving drainage in other soil materials and for the production of mortar mix for masons (please refer to product code FA-9). A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

residential deliveries of limestone

Gravel

(Various Grades & Sizes)

Our gravel offerings are composed of both recycled materials and crushed limestone. We offer:

  • A Recycled 60/40 Blend Gravel
  • A Recycled CA-1 3″ Material and
  • A Recycled CA-6 Grade 8 Material

In Limestone, we offer:

  • A CA-6 Grade 8 Material
  • A CA-7 3/4″ Material
  • A CA-16 3/8″ Chip, and
  • A FA-5 Limestone Screening

A cartage fee is assessed for the service on top of the cost of materials; however, this provides you the clean convenience of removing the material where and when you need it for placement, with a skid steer or by hand.

At Brackenbox, we are committed to offering dumpsters and recycling services at competitive prices while striving to exceed your expectations. If you are unsure about the type of dumpster you need, please feel free to get in touch with us so we may assist you. We have a wide range of sizes and are happy to provide you with our expert advice.

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WHERE TO FIND US:

2300 W. 167th Street Markham, IL 60428

yard waste items for placement in dumpsters

Yard Waste

Here are some things you should know about disposing yard waste:

  • Under Illinois Law, it is illegal to put yard waste in your weekly garbage can, so a rented waste container is the only option for most homeowners.
  • Yard waste includes organic materials like grass, leaves, dead plants, and branches. It does not include dirt, rocks, tree stumps, sod, and food scraps.
  • If you are attempting to dispose of excavated soil, you will need to submit a form LPC-662 to the Illinois Dept of Environmental Protection.
  • And if soil is your yard waste, please order a 10 yard dumpster.
Seasonal items for dumpsters

Seasonal & Remodeling

Here are some things you should know about disposing seasonal items:

  • Christmas trees and wreaths are fine, but please be certain to remove the lights.
  • Please see our details on yard waste for brush and leaves.
  • Old snow and other tires are subject to a collect fee.

Here are some things you should know about disposing remolding debris:

  • Most fixtures, removed during a renovation or remodeling project are accepted in a waste container; but please review our page on appliances before throwing it all together.
  • Light fixtures and other such items are acceptable, but please do not dispose of any bulbs at the same time. Also be sure to remove any batteries that may be in some items .
  • Kitchen cabinetry, doors, wallboard, trim and other demolition debris is completely acceptable as well.
Hazardous items for dumpsters

Hazardous Waste

Here are some things you should know about disposing hazardous items:

  • Motor oil, gasoline, heating and diesel fuels are all BANNED disposal items.
  • Lithium batteries are considered hazardous and are banned from waste containers.
  • Spent car batteries, which contain lead and harmful acids are hazardous and banned from waste containers.
  • Asbestos waste is hazardous and is banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Propane tanks are considered hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Antifreeze of any type contains glycols that considered hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Pesticides and pool chemicals, especially chlorination tablets are hazardous and banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Pressurized fire extinguishers and aerosol cans of all types are hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
furniture items for dumpster rentals

Furnishings

Here are some things you should know about old disposed bulk furnishings:

  • Bulk furnishings are acceptable in a rented waste container
  • Mattresses; however, are subject to a State-mandated $10 Fee.
  • Please remember that these items are called 'BULK' because they are BULKY and may take up valuable space in your container. If the items are still in good, serviceable condition, consider reaching out to organizations like Goodwill or The Salvation Army that may have just the use or place to rehome such items.
electronic items for placement in dumpsters

Electronics

Here are some things you should know about electronics:

  • Illinois has an extremely strict E Waste Ban; hence, there are a number of items we are unable to accept in our dumpster units. These include: Televisions, Computer Consoles, Video players of all types; Cellphones, Smartphones, Gaming Consoles & Stereo Equipment.
  • Many such items are subject to recycling and any electronics store may be able to assist in such matters. .
  • Lithium batteries (rechargeable) and Fluorescent Light Bulbs are readily recyclable at most home centers and may not be placed in a rented waste container.
  • Any of these banned electronic items will be rejected if found in a rented container.
appliance items for placement in dumpsters

Appliances

Here are some things you should know about appliances:

  • Dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, washers and driers are allowed in a dumpster; however, the doors MUST be removed ahead of disposal. If this is not done, we reserve the right to reject the item(s) or charge a fee for door removal. This in accordance with State Law.
  • Water heaters may be placed in your dumpster unit; but please ensure that it has first been thoroughly drained.
  • By State Law, microwaves must be recycled, which begins with returning them to the appliance store.
  • Should you have any further questions, please call us at 708.339.4100.
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Are You a Contractor, Looking for Additional Services?

Then, if you are new to Brackenbox, please be sure to drop us a line at...

Dump & Return -

Need us to come, grab your container, empty it and return it for refilling? We can do that!

Attentive Driver -

(Live-Load)- Need our driver to stay on-site while you fill your container? We can do that!

Container Liner -

(10 Yard Containers Only) - Need us to transport wet concrete or other saturated materials? We can install a liner into our 10 Yard Containers.

Relocation Service -

Need us to move your container from one area of your jobsite to another? We can do that!

Switch-Out Service -

Need us to bring an empty container when we come to pick-up your full unit? We can do that!

Wood Driveway Protection -

Need us to bring a selection of material to place under your container to protect your driveway? We can do that!

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What Materials Are Prohibited?

For a more complete listing, visit this page...

  • Aerosol cans
  • All liquids
  • Animals
  • Antifreeze
  • Appliances
  • Asbestos
  • Barrels
  • Batteries
  • Chemical products
  • Computers
  • Contaminated oils (mixed with solvents, gasoline, etc.)
  • Dirt
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Hazardous waste
  • Herbicides and pesticides
  • Industrial waste
  • Lubricating/hydraulic oil
  • Medical Waste
  • Microwaves
  • Monitors
  • Motor oil
  • Oil filters
  • Other flammable liquids
  • Paint (except dried latex paint cans, no liquids)
  • Petroleum-contaminated soil/lead paint chips
  • Propane tanks
  • Radioactive material
  • Railroad ties
  • Solvents
  • Televisions
  • Tires
  • Transmission oil
  • Keep in mind that larger dumpsters (30+ Yard Containers) may also prohibit additional materials, such as:
  • Concrete
  • Bricks
  • Demolition material