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North Iowa Diesel

Nashua, IA

Originally founded in 1989 as a truck and trailer repair service provider, North Iowa Diesel expanded to offer dumpster rental services in 2001. We take pride in... more

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William Hanson Waste Removal & Recycling

Chatfield, MN

William Hanson Waste Removal & Recycling offers professional waste removal and recycling services throughout Chatfield, MN and the surrounding communities. Our top-notch dumpster rental services are... more

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Shimek Roll-Off, Sanitation, and Recycling Services

Calmar, IA

Shimek Roll-Off, Sanitation, and Recycling Services is a reliable and dependable company providing comprehensive waste removal services. To learn more or to get a free... more

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ZTERS

Cresco, IA
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Zters rents temporary dumpsters ideal for home cleanouts, construction, demolition, and any type of waste cleanup. We offer competitively-priced containers and convenient, professional service over... more

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Roll Off Dumpster Tips for Cresco, IA

How much do different wastes weigh?

The weight of various wastes or debris can vary significantly.

Here are some examples:

  • Household junk and trash: 800 lbs per yard
  • Concrete or asphalt: 2,400 lbs per yard
  • Lumber: 400 lbs per yard
  • Yard wastes: 600 lbs per yard
  • Earth or sand: 2,100-3,000 lbs per yard

Exceeding the weight allowance that comes with your rented dumpster can leave you subject to overage fees ranging from $75 to $150 per ton.

What if I can’t load the debris myself?

Hiring a junk removal company may be the best solution. Some dumpster rental providers may offer to load the dumpster for an additional charge, but this isn’t the norm.

Hiring a junk removal service is a cost-effective option for smaller cleanups and may even be less expensive compared to renting a dumpster in some instances. However, very large cleanups can run into the thousands of dollars, such as cleaning up the debris from a large roofing job or demolition project.

Learn more: Comparing the Cost of Junk Removal to Dumpster Rental