Ground Thunder Dumpster Services
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One Call I Do It All LLC
One Call I Do It All LLC is locally-owned and operated! We are a fast, friendly, and cost effective dumpster rental service in York, SC... more
Just Dump It
We’re a family owned and operated business that takes pride in treating our customers like family. Just Dump It offers 12 yard dumpster rental, as... more
Next Day Dumpsters - Charlotte NC
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Maffucci and Son
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Ace Dumpster Rentals
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Finishline Demolition
Finishline Carting Corp is your local source for roll-off dumpsters for just about any type of bulk waste cleanup. Our inventory includes compact 5 yarders up... more
Bin There Dump That Charlotte
Bin There Dump That is Charlotte’s only residential-friendly dumpster rental provider. We serve homeowners, businesses and contractors throughout the area. We offer 4, 10, 14 and 20 cubic... more
North Georgia Waste LLC
Serving Morganton, GA and the greater Blue Ridge area, North Georgia Waste specializes in all aspects of garbage collection and junk removal services. When you... more
Junk Repo LLC
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Bin There Dump That Mooresville
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How can I reduce the risk of going over my dumpster's weight allowance?
Debris like dirt, concrete, and household junk can pack on the pounds in your dumpster very quickly. To avoid going over your weight allowance, here are two tips to minimize the total weight of your dumpster load:
- Place a tarp over the dumpster when not in use, especially when it’s raining or snowing. Moisture can dampen debris and make it much heavier. You are responsible for this weight and could end up paying for it in the form of overage fees if you’re not careful.
- Reusable junk or debris, such as salvaged brick or still-working appliances, can be donated to local charities (e.g., Habitat for Humanity ReStores) or unloaded for free on Craigslist. This helps reduce the amount of weight in your dumpster.
Make sure you know the weight allowance of your dumpster rental. Don’t overload the dumpster or you may be subject to overage charges.
Are there multiple types of dumpsters?
Yes, there are several types of dumpsters, but companies don't usually carry every type, so check with the companies you speak to.
- Commercial Dumpsters – Businesses use these dumpsters for weekly or monthly garbage hauling service. They are not for temporary use.
- Roll-off Dumpsters – These are the containers you rent for temporary uses, such as household cleanouts, roofing projects or commercial construction.
- Trailer Dumpsters – Used by some dumpster rental companies, these trailers are used similarly to roll-off dumpsters but are different in that they are on wheels – this offers the benefit of being easier on your driveway.
- Bag-style Containers – These small bins are made from durable fabrics and plastics and range in size from 1 to 3 cubic yards and hold less than 2 tons of debris. The “Bagster” container is one such dumpster.
- Lowboy Dumpsters – Similar to traditional roll-off dumpsters but with low sides, making it ideal for loading heavier debris, such as dirt, roofing material, concrete, tiles and masonry.
Keep reading: Bagster vs Dumpster: Buy a Dumpster Bag or Rent a Small Dumpster?