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... 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... more
The Ark Hauling & Junk Removal
The Ark Hauling & Junk Removal proudly goes above and beyond to meet our customers' needs. Our dumpster rentals are convenient and dependable for a range... 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... 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... 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... 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... 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... more
Upper Valley Disposal Service
Upper Valley Disposal & Recycling offers a variety of solid waste disposal and recycling services. They cater to residential and commercial customers in St. Helena, CA... more
Biagini Waste Reduction Systems Inc
Established in 1991, Biagini Waste Reduction Systems, Inc. has been providing companies in the Bay Area with high quality dumpster equipment and waste disposal services for... more
Calsan Debris Removal
At Calsan Debris Removal, we offer 24/7 services aimed at making waste hauling an affordable option for people of the Bay Area. Whether you need to... more
Speedy Dumpster Rental Santa Rosa
Speedy Dumpster Rental Santa Rosa is leading the pack with our impressive fleet of dumpster rentals, competitive pricing, and the most reliable service in the... more
Junk General
Junk General offers affordable, reliable and efficient roll off dumpster rental and junk removal. We offer great rates and eco-friendly dumpsters. Our dumpsters are carried... more
Junk King South San Francisco
Junk King South San Francisco is a locally-owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company. We specialize in fast, affordable full-service junk hauling and... more
Junk King Alameda
Junk King Alameda is a locally-owned and operated junk removal company. We take almost everything from old furniture to appliances, e-waste, hot tubs, concrete, rocks,... more
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Does my dumpster rental require a dumpster permit?
You’ll need to obtain a dumpster permit in the event the container will be placed on the side of a city street or on the sidewalk. These permits are called “temporary occupancy permits” in some cities. When you have the dumpster placed on your private property, such as your driveway, no permit is necessary. To be sure you satisfy all of your city’s permitting requirements, discuss it with your dumpster rental provider prior to obtaining the rental.
How can I reduce my chances of going over my dumpster's weight limit?
The weight of debris inside a dumpster can add up quickly, especially when loading dense debris like dirt, concrete or roofing shingles. Here are two tips that can help minimize the weight of a load:
- Tarp the dumpster when not in use, otherwise rainwater can drench the load and add a significant amount of weight. It’s possible you could end up paying overage fees if this puts you over the dumpster’s weight allowance.
- Some junk or debris may be valuable to others, such as salvaged bricks, working appliances, or reclaimed wood. Leave these things out of the dumpster and instead, place an ad on Craigslist to offload it for free.
Always be aware of the weight allowance on your dumpster, and discuss this in detail with your dumpster provider if you plan to load dense debris, such as cement or masonry.