May 25, 2025·Construction Disposal
How to Dispose of Roofing Shingles in Orlando, FL
Roof replacements are one of the most common home improvement projects in Orlando, Florida's heat, UV exposure, and hurricane season take their toll on roofing materials. Old asphalt shingles are heavy and require proper disposal. Here's everything you need to know about shingle disposal in Orlando.
How Heavy Are Roofing Shingles?
Asphalt shingles weigh approximately 2-3 tons per 1,000 square feet of roof area (single layer). A typical Orlando home with 2,000 sq ft of roof generates 4-6 tons of shingle tear-off debris. Multi-layer roofs (where new shingles were installed over old ones) generate even more weight. This extreme weight is the primary factor in disposal planning.
Shingle Recycling in Orlando
Asphalt shingle recycling is growing in Florida. Recycled shingles are ground and used in road paving and asphalt production. Some C&D recycling facilities in the Orlando area accept clean shingles at reduced rates compared to landfill disposal. This can save money on large roofing projects. Ask your roofing contractor about recycling options.
Dumpster Rental for Roofing Shingles
A 20-yard dumpster handles most single-layer residential roof tear-offs, but weight is the limiting factor. Our 20-yard includes 3 tons, a smaller roof may stay within this limit, but larger roofs will exceed it. For larger roofs or multi-layer tear-offs, a 30-yard with 4-ton allowance provides more capacity. Your roofing contractor should be familiar with proper dumpster sizing for their projects. If you have large amounts to dispose of, renting a dumpster is the easiest and most cost-effective option. Dumpster Strong delivers roll-off containers across Orlando and Central Florida, book online in under 3 minutes and save $25 with code STRONG25.
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Written by Rafael Aranha
Founder of Dumpster Strong, serving Orlando and Central Florida since 2017. Reviewed and updated June 2026.