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Accurate Construction
Waste Estimates
via API

Send project type, square footage, and materials. Get back waste totals by category, recommended dumpster sizes, tipping fees by ZIP code, recycling diversion rates, and EPA reporting data - in milliseconds.

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POST /v1/estimate 
POST https://api.wastecalcapi.com/v1/estimate

Authorization: Bearer wc_live_•••••••••••••
Content-Type: application/json

{
  "project_type": "renovation",
  "square_footage": 2400,
  "zip_code": "90210",
  "materials": [
    "drywall",
    "wood_framing",
    "concrete"
  ]
}

Everything in one API response

WasteCalc API aggregates EPA generation rates, county tipping fee schedules, and dumpster capacity tables into a single endpoint. No stitching together multiple data sources.

Waste by Category

Estimated tonnage broken down by C&D debris, wood framing, drywall, concrete, metal, and mixed waste - sourced from EPA generation rate tables.

Dumpster Sizing

Recommended container sizes (10-40 yd³), count, fill schedule, and overage buffer - so your clients never under-order and halt a job site.

50-State Tipping Fees

ZIP-code-level tipping fees for 2,800+ jurisdictions, updated quarterly from county and municipal waste facility rate schedules.

EPA Regulatory Data

Applicable federal regulations, state C&D classification codes, hazmat flags for lead and asbestos thresholds, and EPA Form R reporting codes.

Recycling Diversion %

Estimated recycling diversion rate by material category and ZIP code, based on local MRF capacity and state diversion mandates.

Instant Integration

Standard REST API with JSON responses. Libraries for Python, JavaScript, and PHP. Most integrations ship in under an hour.

Three inputs. Complete waste intelligence.

WasteCalc API was designed for construction software developers who need reliable data without building and maintaining their own waste databases.

Send Project Details

POST your project type (renovation, demolition, new build), square footage, ZIP code, and material types to the /v1/estimate endpoint.

We Calculate Everything

WasteCalc applies EPA generation rates, looks up local tipping fees, matches dumpster capacity tables, and retrieves applicable state regulations.

Get the Full Report

Receive a structured JSON response with waste totals, dumpster sizing, tipping fee estimates, recycling diversion %, and EPA regulatory flags - ready to display or store.

Built for construction tech

Whether you're building a PM platform, a dumpster marketplace, or a dispatch system - WasteCalc integrates into your existing workflow.

Construction PM Software

Give project managers accurate waste estimates at the planning stage so they can budget disposal costs before breaking ground.

  • Pre-bid waste cost forecasting
  • Budget line item automation
  • EPA compliance pre-check
  • Material takeoff enhancement

Dumpster Rental Platforms

Auto-recommend the right dumpster size at checkout. Reduce returns and exchanges caused by customers guessing wrong.

  • Smart size recommendation engine
  • Checkout waste calculator widget
  • Multi-dumpster job quoting
  • Regional pricing automation

Waste Hauler Dispatch

Route loads accurately with pre-estimated weights and tipping fee data to the right disposal facility before dispatch.

  • Load weight pre-estimation
  • Facility matching by material
  • Tipping cost pre-calculation
  • EPA manifest data population

Simple, usage-based pricing

Start with 500 free calls. Scale to unlimited. No annual commitment required on any plan.

Starter
$39 /mo

500 API calls per month

  • All waste categories
  • Dumpster sizing recommendations
  • 50-state tipping fees
  • EPA regulatory flags
  • JSON + CSV responses
  • Email support
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Pro
$99 /mo

5,000 API calls per month

  • Everything in Starter
  • Recycling diversion rates
  • Batch estimation endpoint
  • Webhook notifications
  • Historical price data access
  • Priority email support
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Enterprise
$249 /mo

Unlimited API calls

  • Everything in Pro
  • Custom material profiles
  • SLA guarantee (99.9% uptime)
  • Dedicated Slack channel
  • White-label response option
  • Invoice billing
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All plans include a 14-day free trial. No credit card required to start. See full comparison

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the WasteCalc API.

WasteCalc API uses EPA waste generation rate tables combined with your project inputs - project type (renovation, demolition, or new build), total square footage, and material types. The API applies material-specific waste factors to calculate estimated waste tonnage by category including concrete, wood, drywall, metal, and general C&D debris.
WasteCalc API supports three core project types: renovation (interior and exterior remodeling), demolition (partial or full structure teardown), and new construction (ground-up building). Each type uses different EPA-sourced waste generation rates to produce accurate estimates.
WasteCalc API maintains a database of tipping fees covering all 50 states updated quarterly from county and municipal waste facility schedules. Fees are returned by ZIP code and material type. Accuracy typically falls within 10-15% of actual gate rates due to regional facility variation.
The API returns EPA-sourced regulatory data including applicable federal regulations (RCRA, CERCLA), state-specific C&D debris classification, hazardous material flags for lead paint and asbestos thresholds, and standard reporting codes used in EPA Form R submissions.
WasteCalc API recommends standard dumpster sizes (10, 15, 20, 30, and 40 cubic yard containers) based on estimated waste volume. The response includes recommended container count, fill schedule, and overage buffer percentage to prevent under-ordering.
Yes. WasteCalc is a standard REST API with JSON responses, making it compatible with any construction project management platform, ERP system, or custom application. Client libraries are available for Python, JavaScript, and PHP. Most integrations take under an hour to implement.
Yes, WasteCalc API covers all 50 states and the District of Columbia for tipping fee estimates. The database includes county-level pricing for over 2,800 jurisdictions, updated quarterly from official waste facility rate schedules and state environmental agency data.
WasteCalc API offers three monthly plans: Starter at $39/month (500 calls), Pro at $99/month (5,000 calls), and Enterprise at $249/month (unlimited calls with priority support). All plans include access to tipping fee data, EPA lookups, and dumpster sizing. Overage on Starter and Pro is billed at $0.12 per additional call.