Renovations leave a pile that grows faster than anyone plans for. Drywall, lumber, old cabinets, flooring, and the leftover bits of whatever came out of the wall. It is in the way of the next trade, and it is usually not allowed in the places homeowners normally dump.
This page is for homeowners and contractors with that pile: what we take, what we do not, and where disposal rules get in the way.
What Debris Can We Remove?
| Debris | Included? | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Wood, lumber and drywall | Yes | Common renovation debris |
| Kitchen, bathroom and interior demolition debris | Yes | Light and interior demolition with cleanup |
| Old sheds and decks | Yes | Shed removal and deck removal are jobs we also take |
| Yard debris and brush | Yes | Branches, leaves and similar |
| Concrete, excavation, whole-structure demolition | No | Not work we take on |
| Paint, chemicals and other hazardous material | No | See the cannot-take page |
Debris removal is part of the same hauling service that handles everything else: the crew loads it, hauls it away and cleans up. You do not carry it to the curb.
What Are the Disposal Rules for Construction Debris Around Chattanooga?
This is where renovation loads get turned away. The City of Chattanooga's own pages say:
| City of Chattanooga site | Construction material it accepts or refuses |
|---|---|
| Refuse Collection Centers | Lumber, landscape timbers, vinyl and drywall (max 1 truck) accepted. Concrete, roofing materials, tile, insulation, asphalt and dirt, rock, brick or block not accepted. No contractors, businesses or landlords |
| City Landfill | Residents may not use it for construction and demolition waste such as building material, dirt, block, rock or wood waste |
| Birchwood II, LLC | The City page says it operates the adjacent private construction and demolition landfill. No fees or hours listed |
The City Refuse Collection Centers do not allow contractors, businesses or landlords at all. That leaves a contractor with a few options: a private disposal facility, a rented dumpster, or a crew that hauls the load. These are the City of Chattanooga's rules, read on October 13, 2026. Other facilities may differ, so check before you load. The dump and recycling guide has the links.
Crew Hauling or Dumpster Rental for a Renovation?
It depends on how the work flows. If debris comes out all at once, such as a tear-out day or a finished remodel, a crew that loads the truck for you is simpler. If it builds up over days or weeks, a dumpster rental on site may fit better.
We rent dumpsters too. See dumpster rental and dumpster prices for sizes, and the comparison page if you are deciding.
How Do You Get a Debris Pile Ready for Removal?
- Gather it in one place. A garage, driveway or one room. It saves loading time.
- Separate the things that cannot go. Paint, chemicals and anything hazardous. The cannot-take list tells you what.
- Mention the stairs. A basement tear-out and a driveway pile are different jobs.
- Tell us what else is going. Old furniture, appliances and yard debris are things we haul too.
Same-day and next-day service are available. Pricing follows the space the load takes in the truck, explained on the cost page.