"When I needed a 15 yard dumpster for a bathroom remodel I was doing, Evergreen Waste delivered one right away. They dropped it off as scheduled and came as soon as I requested it to be picked up. Although I only... more
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Fisher Hauling
"I got the best price for what I needed here. I flew in from out of town with just three days to clear out my elderly parents' home. Kyle was clear and helpful in selecting the right size for the... more
Blue Bay Dumpsters and Recycling Inc
"I’m really pleased with my experience. I needed three different sizes of dumpsters, and they even accommodated a same-day request when I needed one quickly." more
Santos Engineering, Inc.
"We were selling a house and we had to tear down a part of the house to get it ready for sale, so we rented a dumpster from Santos Engineering Inc for the all the construction waste. I'm so happy... more
American Debris Box Service Inc
"When I needed a 20 yard dumpster for a project I was working on, I rented one from American Debris Box Services. They responded quickly to my inquiry and provided the dumpster as requested. I didn't have a single problem working... more
Lara's Concrete Inc
"We have nothing but great things to say about Lara's Concrete Inc. We started renting dumpsters from them last December to dispose of our construction site debris and have lost track of how many times we've used them since then.... more
A&J General Contractor
From its humble start with one truck for junk removal, A&J General Contractor has developed into a provider of versatile waste management services, featuring roll-off trucks and dumpsters. Our skilled team is devoted to delivering reliable service and exceeding... more
Debris Solutions
At Debris Solutions we want to make the process of junk removal and temporary dumpster rental as seamless as possible and do so by respecting our customers' time. Get in touch with a member of our staff today to learn... more
Junk King Contra Costa CA
Junk King Contra Costa is a local, family, and minority-owned and operated junk removal and dumpster rental company. We specialize in fast, affordable service. When you choose Junk King, you’ll experience how well we take care of our customers! more
Yeni's Hauling
Yeni's Hauling has been providing the greater San Jose, CA area with high-quality, reliable dumpster rental services for years. Our trailer dumpsters come in 10, 15, and 20 yard sizes to accommodate all different types of projects. more
GreenWaste
Privately owned and locally operated, GreenWaste is a recycling and diversion company specializing in providing waste collection and processing to residential and commercial locations. Whether you have trash, yard waste, recyclables, or construction debris, GreenWaste has been disposing of it... more
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How can I reduce the risk of going over my dumpster's weight allowance?
Debris like dirt, concrete, and household junk can pack on the pounds in your dumpster very quickly. To avoid going over your weight allowance, here are two tips to minimize the total weight of your dumpster load:
- Place a tarp over the dumpster when not in use, especially when it’s raining or snowing. Moisture can dampen debris and make it much heavier. You are responsible for this weight and could end up paying for it in the form of overage fees if you’re not careful.
- Reusable junk or debris, such as salvaged brick or still-working appliances, can be donated to local charities (e.g., Habitat for Humanity ReStores) or unloaded for free on Craigslist. This helps reduce the amount of weight in your dumpster.
Make sure you know the weight allowance of your dumpster rental. Don’t overload the dumpster or you may be subject to overage charges.
Are there multiple types of dumpsters?
Yes, there are several types of dumpsters, but companies don't usually carry every type, so check with the companies you speak to.
- Commercial Dumpsters – Businesses use these dumpsters for weekly or monthly garbage hauling service. They are not for temporary use.
- Roll-off Dumpsters – These are the containers you rent for temporary uses, such as household cleanouts, roofing projects or commercial construction.
- Trailer Dumpsters – Used by some dumpster rental companies, these trailers are used similarly to roll-off dumpsters but are different in that they are on wheels – this offers the benefit of being easier on your driveway.
- Bag-style Containers – These small bins are made from durable fabrics and plastics and range in size from 1 to 3 cubic yards and hold less than 2 tons of debris. The “Bagster” container is one such dumpster.
- Lowboy Dumpsters – Similar to traditional roll-off dumpsters but with low sides, making it ideal for loading heavier debris, such as dirt, roofing material, concrete, tiles and masonry.
Keep reading: Bagster vs Dumpster: Buy a Dumpster Bag or Rent a Small Dumpster?