Greater Portland Dumpster Rentals, LLC
At Greater Portland Dumpster Rentals, LLC, our 15 and 20 yard dumpsters are perfectly sized to handle any amount of household junk, ensuring maximum efficiency for your... more
Seacoast Dump Guy
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Reynolds & Sons Disposal Service
We're dedicated to excellence when it comes to customer service. Reynolds & Sons Disposal Service has built its reputations as a leading waste hauler dating... more
Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation
Tobey Earth Materials & Excavation provides quality dumpster rental services to New Hampshire and Maine customers. Our 10 and 15 yard dumpsters come standard with a two-week rental... more
New England Dumpster Rentals
When you need a small dumpster rental for a residential or commercial cleanup project, New England Dumpster Rental's 10 yard dumpster is a great choice. When... more
Southern Maine Roll-Off Dumpster Rentals
Southern Maine Roll-Off provides a variety of dumpsters rentals for both residential and commercial customers, like 13 and 15 yard roll-off containers. Get in touch with us... more
Almighty Waste
Almighty Waste offers 15 to 30 cubic yard roll off dumpster rentals for cleanouts, demolition, and remodeling projects for homeowners, businesses, and contractors in... more
Rubbish Doctor
At Rubbish Doctor, we are committed to being your go-to expert for junk removal and dumpster rentals. Our team of professionals are skilled, friendly, and... more
ABC Rubbish
Locally owned and operated in Androscoggin and Oxford County areas for two generations, we have been providing high-quality containers to residential and commercial clients for... more
McCormick & Sons
McCormick & Sons Trucking is a family owned and operated waste hauling business providing residential and commercial services in and around Portland, Maine for more than 60... 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.