GFL Environmental - Saginaw (Metro)
When homeowners, business owners, project managers, and contractors in Saginaw need a dumpster, they turn to GFL Environmental, and for good reason. We work hard... more
GFL Environmental - Pontiac
GFL Environmental in Pontiac is proud to serve our community, delivering dumpsters of all sizes when our customers need them. Our staff is polite, professional,... more
GFL Environmental - Lapeer
Don't let unwanted junk, piles of renovation debris, or yard waste take up valuable space on your property longer than it has to. With GFL... more
GFL Environmental - Flint
Need a dumpster in Flint? We’ve got you covered. At GFL, we make waste removal simple with a range of dumpster sizes for any... more
John A Burr LLC
"John was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process of renting a dumpster for our project. We had a good experience and I... more
Michigan Junk Removal LLC
At Michigan Junk Removal LLC, we understand that different cities have unique waste management needs. We offer both roll-off containers and trailer dumpsters in sizes... more
Goodnite Equipment
Goodnite Equipment is proud to provide St Clair and surrounding communities top-notch dumpster rentals, junk removal assistance, and demolition. We are here to serve you... more
77 Dumpster Rental LLC
77 Dumpster Rental LLC is a family owned and operated dumpster rental business based in Brighton and serving surrounding areas. We do business the old fashioned... more
D & V's Trash Hauling
"D & V's Trash Hauling did an excellent job with our dumpster rental. I randomly called them because I needed a 10 yard dumpster to get rid... more
Mike's Light Hauling and Debris Removal
Founded in 1999, Mike’s Light Hauling and Debris Removal is your local dumpster rental and junk removal solution. We stock driveway-friendly trailer dumpsters ranging in... more
Dumpster Rentals Inc
Serving Holly, Michigan and surrounding communities, Dumpster Rentals Inc. offers several different sized roll-off dumpsters. Our dumpster rental services are convenient, efficient, and great for... more
Bin There Dump That SE Michigan
At Bin There Dump That, we specialize in residential-friendly dumpster rentals. We provide driveway protection to reduce impact on concrete or asphalt, and we sweep... more
Core Disposal and Recycling
We’re your hometown dumpster rental solution! Core Disposal & Recycling was founded in 2015 by Brian and Patti Thompson. We offer affordable 10, 13 and 20 yard dumpsters that... more
Paul Rigda and Sons Dumpster
Paul Rigda & Sons Dumpsters is a local, family-run operation offering dumpster rentals to residential and commercial customers. Our dumpster prices are low and service high.... more
Ken Jackson Clean Up, Inc
Prompt, dependable, friendly service and equipment rental is our specialty. Ken Jackson Clean-Up Inc. can handle any and all of your junk removal needs. Whether... more
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Dumpster Rental Tips for Gaines, MI
Do dumpster companies recycle? If not, where does the waste go?
Some do, some don't. In recent years, recycling efforts have picked up drastically and an increasing number of roll-off rental companies are starting to offer recycling services. The best way to ensure your debris is recycled is to first ask if it’s offered. If so, you’ll need to ensure you only load that recyclable material into the dumpster. If you have multiple types of recyclable materials, like concrete, cardboard, and wood, you'll need to rent a separate dumpster for each type in most cases in order to have them properly recycled. Loads that are not recyclable will go to local municipal landfills, C&D landfills or waste-to-energy plants.
How can renting a larger dumpster save me money?
It’s very difficult to accurately estimate how much your debris or junk is going to weigh and how much volume it will take up inside a dumpster. While dumpster rental companies are remarkably good at helping you choose the right size dumpster for the job, it’s still just an educated guess. For this reason, it may be a more cost-effective strategy to go with a slightly larger container than you think you may need. The extra $50 to $100 in rental fees may in fact be less expensive compared to the potential overage charges incurred if you go over the weight limit on a smaller size dumpster. Overage charges generally range from $50 to $100 per ton but can be more than that in some instances. Going with a bigger container is also cheaper in situations where you rent a bin that’s slightly too small to complete the job and so you end up renting another.
For example: You rent a 10 yard container for a home cleanup and it turns out there’s about 15 yards of debris. You may have paid $250 for the rental but now you’ll need to pay an additional $250 to rent a second 10 yard dumpster to complete the job. If you have rented a 20 yard roll-off in the first place for $350-$400, you would’ve saved a substantial amount of money – not to mention time.
*The prices in the example above are for informational purposes only. Your local rates may vary.