Disposal Management Services Inc
Disposal Management Services Inc is the A-team of the disposal industry. When you rent from us, rest assured that your dumpster will be delivered and... more
A & A Carting LLC
A & A Carting is your locally owned and operated source for prompt and reliable dumpsters and junk removal services. We offer service 7-days-per-week, and 24... more
Weidle Sanitation Service
For more than 100 years, Weidle Sanitation Service has provided quality, reliable and affordable waste hauling services in Lebanon County. We are a locally owned and... more
Lawrence Dumpster Service LLC
Lawrence Dumpster Services LLC is a small, family-owned business offering roll-off dumpster rentals in and around Reading, PA. We are dedicated to pleasing our customers... more
A+ Enterprises Junk Removal & Demolition
We are Northeast Pennsylvania's largest junk removal company! This allows us to offer the best pricing and fastest service in the area. At A+, we... more
Swisher Disposal
Swisher Disposal has been a family owned and operated garbage business for the past 49 years. We have reasonable rates and reliable service. We service Columbia... more
Action Adam Services LLC
Action Adam Services LLC offers fast and reliable waste hauling services in the Hamburg, PA area. We’re a locally owned business ready to meet... more
Foughts Disposal
Foughts Disposal has been offering quality services to the greater Bloomsburg, PA area for over 40 years. Our 10 yard dumpster rental and junk removal services are... 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.