DIY vs. Professional Commercial Dumpster Service

A commercial dumpster service offers a convenient, eco-friendly, and fast way to remove large amounts of trash. The service will drop off a dumpster at your location for your reno, cleanout, or commercial waste removal project. Simply call, schedule, fill, and let the company come back for pickup. Commercial dumpster services not only haul away waste but also participate in recycling services, lessening waste disposal’s impact on the environment.

If you were hauling away trash yourself, especially with large projects, this process may take longer for you if you do not have:

• A large enough dumpster
• The right transportation to haul away waste
• The legal permissions to get rid of certain bulk items and hazardous materials

You may also not take the time to recycle due to time, spent energy, and limited manpower. Get your projects done efficiently and only worry about the clean out with a commercial dumpster rental.

How do I rent a roll off dumpster?

Renting a dumpster from a commercial dumpster service is fairly easy. You don’t even have to pick up the phone if you don’t want to; all the scheduling can be done online.

You also don’t have to be present for delivery unless you need to physically pay the driver or move objects blocking the drop-off spot. If you cannot be there during delivery, communicate this when scheduling and provide detailed instructions on where to place the container.

Ready to rent?

When you are ready to place an order, provide all the necessary information, including anyone who will be present for delivery on your behalf and placement instructions. If there are any obstructions when the dumpster is either delivered or picked up and no one is there to remove them, additional fees will be applied, such as a driver trip fee or container relocation fee.

What to expect on delivery day

In addition to removing space obstructions, make sure to measure the space where your container will be placed. This can also help you determine what size container you can order. Try to avoid tight squeezes for drivers to avoid inconvenience and frustration from both parties.

On the day of delivery, the delivery driver will place the container where needed, open the container doors, and collect payment.

Length of stay for a commercial dumpster

This is dependent upon your city or county regulations. Some areas will only allow five days while other cities or counties will allow seven days or more. The average usage time is 5-7 days.

If you need to keep the container for extra days outside of a week, then there will be an additional usage fee per day. If your container is ready to be picked up earlier than what you planned, there usually will be no fee.

How to use your dumpster

While using the container, only fill it to the maximum fill line. If the container is overfilled, it will not be picked up. If containers are overweight, an additional fee per ton over the container’s limit may be charged.

If the container is overweight, once it is picked up and returned, a “weight ticket” will be sent to you to collect payment.

What to expect on removal day

On the day of removal, remember to move any objects that will block driver access to the container and cost you a fee. Once the debris is whisked away, the driver will take it to the appropriate landfill or recycling facility.

Picking the right size dumpster

When it comes to dumpster rental, you must carefully consider the “size” of your junk needing to be removed as well as the space you have available for dumpster placement. Also, consider the weight of your junk, as various dumpster sizes have different weight capacities.

Examining these factors can save you time and money, making your waste disposal and dumpster rental experience run more smoothly.

Dumpster sizes

Dumpsters are measured in yards and typically range from 10 to 40 yards. Some commercial dumpster services have even smaller sizes like 3-yard and 6-yard containers. You don’t want to invest in a large container size when you could have gotten a smaller one. You also don’t want to stall your project by waiting on a second container because you underestimated.

For reference, if you are doing a home reno, then a small dumpster would be best for small one-room cleanouts.

Medium-sized containers, with 20 yards being the most popular, are the right dumpsters for larger rooms such as kitchens or multiple-room renovations.

Large-sized containers would be ideal for whole houses or businesses. 40-yard dumpsters would fit waste such as large furniture, retail trash, wood, drywall, stucco, metal, and roofing materials.

Placement space

Measure twice, rent once. Measure a designated area you are considering for placement to see if you have enough space on your property for a dumpster rental. If you have limited space, contact your city or county to see if you need a permit to place the dumpster on the street.

You will also want to consider the safety of placement. Ensure that no building entrances and exits will be blocked and that the dumpster is in no one’s way. A good example to imagine would be home renovations where neighbors may be close.

Make sure your location has enough space for the delivery driver to maneuver in and out, and consider if the space will allow the dumpster to be placed as close to your project as possible for easy removal.

Lastly, do not designate a location where the heavy dumpster will damage landscape that you don’t want damaged.

Weight limits

A 40-yard dumpster has a weight limit of 5 tons. If you go over your dumpster’s weight limit, you will be charged additional fees and penalties. Keep your debris limited to furniture, trash, drywall, and other acceptable materials; avoid tossing in concrete or dirt as that weight will add up quickly.

If you do have materials like concrete, stone, and dirt, discuss your options with the dumpster rental company.

Avoid legal headaches

Another reason to choose a commercial dumpster service as opposed to DIY-ing it is to avoid potential legal problems. A rental company usually knows how to comply with legal regulations.

This includes where to place a dumpster, applicable permits, recycling, and acceptable materials for their dumpsters. Ask your dumpster rental company about their processes, including disposal, and let them guide you through a smooth rental process.

Final thoughts

When you are dealing with any kind of clean out, the easier your work can be, the better the experience, especially when you have a team working with you. Delegating responsibilities, including partnering with companies to meet your waste removal needs.

Large garbage disposal is often the biggest part of any job. Reach out today to a commercial dumpster rental service who can handle the legwork for you.