DumpStor of Raleigh South
Embrace the convenience of hassle-free waste management with DumpStor, your trusted partner for all your dumpster rental needs. Our spacious, versatile dumpsters seamlessly fit into... more
Veterans Easy Trash Service Wilmington NC
Veterans Easy Trash Service is a veteran owned and operated junk removal and trailer dumpster rental company. All jobs are completed with military precision and... more
R&R Disposal Services
"I had a great experience using R&R Disposal Services! They had the best prices and offered the best deal out of any of the... more
Mobiledumps of Wilmington NC
At Mobiledumps, we take pride in our extreme customer service and fixed pricing. Get a completely free price quote for our 1-day, 2-day, and 3-day... more
Ironbound Containers
Ironbound Containers is your dumpster rental source throughout the Rocky Point, NC area. Our temporary dumpsters rentals come in a variety of sizes and are... more
Darkhorse Dumpster LLC
As a family and veteran-owned business, we at Darkhorse Dumpster LLC strive to exceed our customers' expectations and provide personable, practical solutions for their dumpsters... more
Dumpstars Waste Services
The friendly and knowledgeable staff at Dumpstars Waste Services make renting a dumpster a quick, simple and affordable process. We are a fully licensed and... more
Go Eco Disposal
Go Eco Disposal is a family-operated business founded in 2009 that is dedicated to providing customers superior service and quality. We're also committed to the environment.... more
Dumpster Pro NC
We’re an experienced company that began offering dumpster rental services in 2018. Dumpster Pro NC offers convenient 12-yard dumpsters that are ideal for residential projects... more
East Carolina Junk
We’re your complete dumpster rental, junk removal and light demolition solution in the Greenville area! East Carolina Junk is a family owned and operated... more
WasteCubes
WasteCubes is your local residential-friendly dumpster rental solution. Our unique 12 and 18 cubic yard dumpsters take up just one parking space worth of real estate, making... more
Hauling Solutions, Inc.
"I rented a 20 yard dumpster for our relatives who needed it for household items. We got in contact with Hauling Solutions and they delivered the... 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?