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When deciding on what kind of dumpster you need for our project, you should consider the type of materials you’re dumping, the volume and weight of the material, where the dumpster will be placed, and your budget.

Some dumpsters are designed to hold specific materials. For example, you may not be able to dispose of concrete in all dumpsters, so check first. You should also consider how much material you’re disposing of. Online calculators can help you determine how much space different types of demolished materials will take up in your dumpster and how heavy they are.

Most dumpsters have a weight limit of one to four tons. Also, make sure the dumpster will fit the space and there’s enough clearance to deliver it. Finally, remember that the larger the dumpster, the more it will cost.

We rent dumpsters for seven-day periods. This includes the delivery day and the pickup day.

There are three main types of dumpsters. We rent roll-off dumpsters that can be used for residential or construction projects.

• Construction dumpster: These are the kinds of containers seen on construction job sites. They provide a convenient dumping site for construction waste that can easily be rolled on and off-site.
• Residential dumpster: Residential dumpsters resemble construction dumpsters, but are used for residential projects like renovations, junk removal and more.
• Commercial dumpster: Commercial dumpsters can be seen outside of restaurants and in parking lots to serve commercial establishments. They usually have lids to keep out pests and cut down on odors.

Keep in mind that government regulations may prohibit throwing some items into a dumpster. Before renting a dumpster, you will need to understand what those items are.

Here is a list of some examples: adhesives such as glue and epoxy, anything containing asbestos, hazardous materials or soils and absorbents that are contaminated, household cleaning fluids, hot water tanks, ink and resins, medical waste, non-alkaline batteries, oils, fuels, propane tanks, paint, tires, and appliances that haven’t been drained.

Check local government regulations before dumping anything to ensure you are in compliance with the law.

Before the dumpster is delivered, take measurements of the area to ensure you have enough space for the dumpster without blocking anything. Clear the area of debris so that the delivery truck can access it; this includes any overhead obstructions like low-hanging branches or wires. Allow 60 feet of straight space for the truck to approach and 20 to 30 feet of overhead clearance if it’s a large construction dumpster.