Santos Engineering, Inc.
Santos Dumpster offers compact 10 yard dumpsters for concrete, clean dirt, and general debris. These bins feature a small footprint, yet are big enough to hold 3... more
A&J General Contractor
Beginning with just one truck, A&J General Contractor has expanded to provide comprehensive waste management services, including 10 and 15 yard roll-off dumpsters. Our expert team... more
The Ark Hauling & Junk Removal
At The Ark Hauling & Junk Removal, we pride ourselves on going above and beyond to satisfy our customers. Our dumpster rental services can't be beat.... more
Lara's Concrete Inc
Lara’s is the Bay Area leader in concrete construction and hauling services. Based in Walnut Creek, we’ve proudly served the area since 1990. Our 10... more
Martignoli Enterprises
Martignoli Enterprises offers a wide range of services, including dumpster rental, junk removal, and light demolition. Whether you have an estate cleanout, hoarding cleanup, furniture... more
Jonnys Junk Hauling and Dumpster Rental of Santa Rosa
Jonnys Junk Hauling and Dumpster Rental of Santa Rosa is a family-owned and operated business that is locally-owned and focused on serving the beautiful county... more
Pacific Sanitation
For more than 10 years, Pacific Sanitation has been a local, family-owned business serving Bay Area counties out of Windsor, CA. We specialize in all aspects... more
Recology Dixon
In Dixon, CA, Recology Dixon has been raising the bar when it comes to safe, responsible, and reliable waste disposal services. Few companies offer more... more
Speedy Dumpster Rental Santa Rosa
Speedy Dumpster Rental Santa Rosa is leading the pack with our impressive fleet of dumpster rentals, competitive pricing, and the most reliable service in the... more
Upper Valley Disposal Service
Upper Valley Disposal & Recycling offers a variety of solid waste disposal and recycling services. We cater to residential and commercial customers in St. Helena,... more
Heavy Load Construction
Founded in 1989, Heavy Load Construction offers several key services for our customers, including demolition, dumpster rental, patio installation, drainage systems, and more. We strive for... more
Affordable Hauling
Since 2003, our locally owned and operated junk removal and hauling company has been providing quick and efficient residential, commercial, and foreclosed/repo property cleanups. Our... 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.