For concrete and heavy debris in Asheville, rent a 10-yard dumpster and fill it only partway. Concrete, brick, block, dirt and rock are so dense that weight runs out long before space does. Clean loads of concrete, brick or block can be recycled at the county landfill. Every rental comes from Dumpster Rental Asheville with one all-in price.
Tearing out an old patio, a cracked driveway or a crumbling block wall makes a lot of heavy rubble in a short time. Our Dumpster Rental Asheville team sets you up with the right box and a clear plan for weight, so the job stays simple and the bill stays close to the quote.
Get a free quote and tell us roughly how much material you are breaking up. We will help you size it before the truck rolls.
What heavy debris can go in the dumpster?
- Concrete slabs, steps, footings and sidewalk pieces
- Brick and cinder block
- Rock and stone
- Dirt and fill from digging or grading (ask first)
- Ceramic tile and mortar
- Asphalt from an old driveway or path (ask first)
Please ask first about asphalt and dirt. They do not always go to the same place as concrete, and we want the load routed correctly. Rebar and wire mesh in broken concrete is common. Let us know if your slab has it.
Why use a 10-yard dumpster filled partway?
Concrete is about the heaviest thing you can put in a roll-off. A 10-yard dumpster includes about 2 tons of disposal. A 10-yard filled about a third to half with concrete can already reach its ~2-ton allowance. Bigger boxes do not help much here, because the problem is weight, not room.
The smaller box also keeps the load safe to lift. A truck can only pull so much off your driveway, and an overfilled box of rubble may need to be partly unloaded before it can leave. Our 10-yard dumpster page has the full size details.
Need a dumpster in Asheville? Call (828) 392-3810 for an all-in price. Call before noon for same-day delivery.
What does a clean load vs. a mixed load mean?
Where your debris ends up changes how it is billed. Heavy debris from Asheville goes to the Buncombe County Landfill on Panther Branch Road in Alexander, where every load is weighed on the scale.
| Load type | What is in it | How it is handled |
|---|---|---|
| Clean load | Only concrete, brick or block | Can be recycled at the county landfill |
| Mixed load | Concrete plus wood, trash, drywall or other debris | Billed as trash by weight |
| Dirt or rock load | Soil, fill or stone | Ask first so we can route it |
| Asphalt load | Old driveway or path material | Ask first before you load |
Keeping concrete clean takes a little discipline. Set a separate pile for wood forms, plastic and trash, and keep it out of the box. One bag of junk can turn a clean load into a mixed one.
Can I take concrete to the Hominy Creek transfer station myself?
No. The county transfer station on Hominy Creek Road in West Asheville does not take concrete. If you were planning to haul it in a pickup, the landfill in Alexander is the place for it. For most homeowners, a roll-off saves a lot of trips with a heavily loaded truck bed.
What happens if the dumpster goes over the weight limit?
Overweight is usually about $75 to $100 per ton, based on the landfill scale ticket. There are no hidden fuel or “environmental” fees on top. To stay under the limit:
- Spread the rubble evenly along the floor of the box.
- Stop at about a third to half full for solid concrete.
- Break big slabs into smaller pieces so they lie flat.
- Book a second box or a swap-out if you have more to remove.
Contractors with large tear-outs can ask for swap-outs, where we pull the full box and drop an empty one on the same trip. See our construction dumpster rental page for job site options.
Will a heavy load damage my driveway?
A full box of rubble puts a lot of pressure on the ground. We place boards under the rails to spread the load and protect your driveway. Set the dumpster on concrete or asphalt where you can, not on grass or gravel that has been soaked. Red clay softens after rain, and a heavy truck can rut a soft spot. The truck also needs about 60 feet of straight approach and about 23 feet of overhead clearance.
Do I need a permit for concrete removal?
Not for a dumpster on your own driveway. A box on a city street inside Asheville city limits needs a Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit. If the work involves demolishing or remodeling part of a building, Buncombe County Air Quality requires a permit first, and suspect materials should be tested for asbestos. Our permit guide covers the details.
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Frequently asked questions
What size dumpster should I rent for concrete?
A 10-yard filled only partway. A 10-yard filled about a third to half with concrete can already reach its ~2-ton allowance.
Can concrete be recycled instead of landfilled?
Clean loads of concrete, brick or block can be recycled at the Buncombe County Landfill. Mixed loads are billed as trash.
Does the Hominy Creek transfer station take concrete?
No. The county transfer station on Hominy Creek Road does not take concrete, so heavy debris goes to the landfill in Alexander.
Can I put asphalt in the dumpster?
Ask first. Asphalt and dirt may be handled differently from concrete, so we confirm before you load.
What if my concrete load is overweight?
Overweight usually runs about $75 to $100 per ton off the landfill scale ticket. See our prices page for typical costs.
Breaking up a slab soon? Get a free quote for a heavy debris box, or look over typical costs on our prices page.