Most people only think about where trash goes when they have a lot of it: a remodel, a roof, an estate, a move. This guide explains how disposal works in Orange County, NY, what the county's transfer stations handle, which items have special rules, and when it makes sense to rent a dumpster or book junk removal instead of hauling it yourself. Rules and rates change, so confirm with the facility before you go.
Orange County's Transfer Stations
Orange County's Division of Environmental Facilities and Services runs three transfer stations for residents: New Hampton (Station 1), Newburgh (Station 2) and Port Jervis (Station 3). According to the county's 2025 tipping-rate schedule, construction and demolition debris is accepted only at New Hampton, at $130.65 per ton with a $20 minimum for loads up to 300 pounds. The county's schedule lists weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday hours of 8 a.m. to noon. The Newburgh station takes bagged household trash. Check the county's Environmental Facilities and Services page for current rates, accepted materials, holiday closures and any residency requirements before you load up.
Hauling It Yourself vs. Renting a Dumpster
Self-hauling can make sense for a pickup load or two. But a remodel or cleanout can mean many trips, each with a minimum fee and a weigh-in, plus the time, fuel, and wear on your truck. A roll-off dumpster puts the container in your driveway, and the hauler handles disposal and weighs the whole load once. For heavy, compact jobs like a bathroom gut or a single-layer roof, a 10- or 15-yard container is often the simplest option. See which dumpster size.
Items With Special Rules
Electronics
Since January 1, 2015, New York has banned disposal of covered electronic equipment in landfills, waste-to-energy facilities and trash. Covered equipment includes computers, monitors, TVs, printers and other peripherals, and small electronic equipment. Manufacturers must provide free recycling for consumers, and many retailers and collection sites accept them. Electronics can't go in a dumpster.
Refrigerators, freezers and AC units
Appliances with refrigerant need the refrigerant recovered by a certified technician before disposal, under the EPA's Clean Air Act Section 608 rules. Many haulers accept them for a fee, and some utilities and retailers run appliance recycling or haul-away programs.
Household hazardous waste
Paint, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, and cleaners shouldn't go in the trash or a dumpster. Orange County runs household hazardous waste and "Safe Scripts" collection events for residents. The county's fall 2026 event was Saturday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Highland Falls, free for residents, accepting old chemicals, cleaners, paint, pesticides and unwanted medications. Watch the county website for future dates.
Asbestos
Older homes can contain asbestos in some flooring, pipe insulation, siding, roofing and joint compound. New York's Department of Labor runs the state asbestos control program, and its Industrial Code Rule 56 generally requires an asbestos survey before demolition or renovation work in buildings built before 1974, with some exceptions. Suspected asbestos must be tested and, if present, removed by licensed abatement contractors; it can't go in a regular dumpster. For homes built before 1978, the EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting rule requires contractors who disturb painted surfaces to be lead-safe certified and follow lead-safe work practices.
Tires, batteries and propane tanks
These don't belong in a dumpster. Tire retailers typically take used tires for a fee, auto parts stores often accept car batteries, and propane exchange locations or suppliers take tanks back.
Mattresses and bulky items
Mattresses, sofas and other bulky items are accepted by most haulers, sometimes with a surcharge. Check whether your town runs bulk pickup days.
Recycling and Reuse
Scrap metal has value, and scrap yards across the county accept it. Clean concrete, brick and asphalt can sometimes be recycled. Usable furniture, cabinets, doors and fixtures can go to reuse stores and charities. Separating these out can lower disposal costs on big jobs.
When to Call Us
If your project is bigger than a couple of pickup loads, call (845) 415-6574. We'll help you decide between a roll-off and a crew-loaded junk removal or cleanout, and quote it for your town.
Questions
Where can I take construction debris in Orange County, NY?
The county's New Hampton transfer station (Station 1) accepts construction and demolition debris; the county's 2025 rate was $130.65 per ton with a $20 minimum for up to 300 pounds. Private facilities also accept C&D. A roll-off rental includes disposal.
How many transfer stations does Orange County have?
Three: New Hampton (Station 1), Newburgh (Station 2) and Port Jervis (Station 3), run by the county's Division of Environmental Facilities and Services.
How do I get rid of old paint and chemicals in Orange County?
Bring them to a county household hazardous waste collection event. The county held a free event for residents on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 in Highland Falls; check the county website for future dates and accepted items.
Can I throw away a TV or computer in New York?
No. Since 2015 New York has banned disposal of covered electronics in landfills, incinerators and the trash. Recycle them through a manufacturer take-back program or a collection site.
What happens to a refrigerator when it's thrown away?
Its refrigerant must be recovered by a certified technician before the appliance is scrapped, under EPA rules. Junk haulers and many retailers handle this, often for a fee.
Sources
- Orange County, NY Division of Environmental Facilities & Services (transfer stations, tipping rates)
- Mid-Hudson News, Orange County to host free household hazardous waste collection event (Oct. 17, 2026)
- NYSDEC, Recycling Consumer Electronic Waste
- U.S. EPA, Responsible Appliance Disposal / refrigerant handling (Section 608)
- NYS Department of Labor, Asbestos Control Program
- U.S. EPA, Protect Your Family from Exposures to Asbestos
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