JRH Services Iowa
JRH Services Iowa offers a wide range of residential and commercial dumpster rental services throughout Eastern Iowa and beyond. We offer both short and long... more
Dusty’s Disposal
Offering full-service junk removal and dumpster rental services, Dusty's Disposal makes it easy to dispose of the items that are no longer serving you! With... more
Roling Dumpsters
Roling Dumpsters is based in DeWitt and proudly serves customers throughout the surrounding areas. You can count on Roling Dumpsters to handle all of your... more
Landrum Disposal LLC
Landrum Disposal LLC rents roll off containers to your home, business or job site. We are known for our outstanding customer service, our availability and... more
Davids Property Services LLC
David’s Property Services, LLC is a locally owned and operated business offering dumpster rental and junk removal services in and around Cedar Rapids, IA.... more
Fisher Metals and Recycling
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Speedy Dumpster Rental
Speedy Dumpster Rental offers comprehensive junk removal, light demolition and trailer dumpster rentals in the Davenport area. We strive for complete customer satisfaction from start... more
A-L Rolloff Inc
A-L Rolloff Inc is a family-owned business located in Anamosa, Iowa. We serve a 50-mile radius and offer a variety of dumpster sizes to meet... more
Challis Roll Off Dumpster
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Enviromark
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How can I avoid overage charges?
Debris like dirt, concrete, and household junk can pack on the pounds in your dumpster very quickly. Dumpster companies generally include a certain amount of weight in each rental and then charge more if the dumpster is overweight.
To avoid going over your weight allowance, here are two tips to minimize the total weight of your trash:
- 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 for the particular dumpster you rented. Don’t overload the container or you will be susceptible to overage charges.
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Is it necessary to obtain a dumpster permit from the city?
Generally, a dumpster permit is required if the container will be placed on the side of a city street or on the sidewalk. When you have the dumpster placed on your private property, such as your driveway, no permit is required in most municipalities. To be sure you satisfy all of your city’s permitting requirements, discuss it with your dumpster provider prior to taking delivery of the dumpster.
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