Henry's Hauling
Serving Western Pennsylvania, Henry’s Hauling is a family owned and operated dumpster rental company offering fast service and inexpensive pricing. We offer dumpsters ranging... more
Junk King Pittsburgh
Our 12 yard mini dumpster is perfect for residential cleanups, such as home cleanouts, spring cleaning, remodeling projects, deck demolition, and more. It’s specially designed... more
Toss That Junk PA
We are a Veteran-owned business offering professional, affordable waste removal and light demolition services in the Pittsburgh area. Being a small, local company, we’re... more
All-Green Services LLC
All-Green Services LLC is your best resource for dumpster and storage container rentals as well as recycling services. We maintain a large fleet of equipment... more
Mr Mini Dumpster Inc
Mr. Mini Dumpster Inc is the company to call when you need junk, trash, debris, old furniture or appliances, and everything in between hauled away... more
Pascarella Disposal Services
Pascarella Disposal Services offers 10 yard dumpster rental services that are professional, convenient, and fairly priced. We are efficient in completing projects on schedule and within... more
Route 51 Iron & Metals
Route 51 Iron & Metals specializes in responsible, efficient, and affordable junk removal. Located in Smock, PA, we will come to your property and remove a... more
Maughan Corporation Inc
Founded in 2017, Maughan Corporation Inc. is a women-owned business specializing in roll-off dumpster rental. We have 15, 20 and 30 yard containers for accommodating projects of any size.... more
Michael Brothers Hauling Inc
Family-owned and operated, Michael Brothers Hauling is your #1 choice for residential and commercial waste removal services in the Greater Pittsburgh and Tri-State areas. No matter... more
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How can I estimate the volume of junk or debris I have?
It’s difficult to estimate the amount of junk or debris you’ll have for a particular project, such as a roofing job or household cleanout. Your best source of information, in this case, is your dumpster rental company. They have experience in dealing with a wide variety and quantities of waste and debris. They can help you choose the ideal container size with relatively precise accuracy. If you choose to estimate the amount of debris yourself, you can measure it and convert it to cubic yards. One cubic yard is equal to a 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft pile of debris. That’s about the volume of a standard kitchen stove. Estimating the weight of a load is extremely difficult, and so it’s best to consult your dumpster provider to determine if your load is likely under the weight allowance for a particular container size.
How long are typical dumpster rental periods?
One week is a standard rental period, although it’s not uncommon to find some dumpster rental companies offering 14-day rentals included in the price. Some may even charge a daily fee for rental, which could end up being a better deal in cases where you only need the container on-site for a day or two. If you need a dumpster for longer than the rental period, you can request it for longer and pay a “late fee” of about $10-$20 per day (costs vary). Many rental companies cap the maximum length of the rental due to inventory issues. To have a debris box picked up prior to the end of the rental period, simply call the company and request a pick-up.
What are the different types of dumpsters?
- Commercial dumpsters – Used for weekly/monthly trash hauling services at businesses. Not for temporary use.
- Roll-off containers – Dumpsters you rent for temporary use at home, construction sites or commercial cleanups.
- Trailer dumpsters – An alternative to roll-off dumpsters used by some rental providers. It offers the advantage of being on wheels, which decreases the risk of damage to your driveway.
- Bag-style containers – “Bagster” and similar type of compact containers ranging from 1 cubic yard to 3 cubic yards, generally.
- 'Lowboy' dumpsters – Roll-off dumpsters with low sides, ideal for loading heavy materials, such as dirt, concrete or masonry.