Spring cleanup vs. a roll-off
| Material | Spring cleanup | Roll-off |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete | Taken, during the cleanup only | Yes, in a small box |
| Brush and branches | Taken; branches also year-round | Yes, kept separate |
| Appliances | Only without refrigerant | Ask the company first |
| Shingles | Not taken | Yes |
| Carpet and flooring | Not taken | Yes |
| Furniture | Not taken | Yes |
| Fencing, treated wood | Not taken | Usually; mention it on the call |
| Paint and chemicals | Not taken | No: Kent County SafeChem |
From the city's spring cleanup page. Identification is checked at the gate; DPW office 616-538-1990.
A Grandville project: tearing out carpet and flooring
Carpet, pad and old vinyl are bulky and awkward but fairly light, and the city won't take them. A 15 yard container usually handles the carpet from a whole floor. Roll and tape each room's carpet so it lies flat, and bag the tack strip, which is full of nails.
If you are also lifting ceramic tile or a mortar bed, mention it: tile adds a lot of weight to an otherwise light load.
Timing it with the spring weekend
The cleanup is the only spring and summer window when the city accepts grass, leaves, dirt and concrete. If a concrete job falls in May, the drop-off may cover it. The rest of the year, a small container is the practical choice.
Ready to book a roll-off?
Have the address, the project and a rough idea of how much is going in. The company on the phone quotes the size, the drop-off date and the price.
Phones answered Mon–Sat 8 am–8 pm, Sun 8 am–1 pm (Eastern)