Dumpstor of RVA
"Needed a dumpster for a deck project and DumpStor of RVA was helpful to get me one same day. I'll be using them again." more
Olympian Dumpster Service - VA
Olympian Dumpster Service offers dumpster rental and junk removal services throughout VA and MD. We provide quick turnaround times, driveway protection, and industry leading driver... more
Bin There Dump That - Fredericksburg VA
Bin There Dump That is a locally owned dumpster rental company specializing in residential and commercial service. Our dumpsters are clean, well maintained, and they... more
Aaron's Towing LLC
Aaron's Towing LLC specializes in both commercial and residential dumpster rentals that come in 20 and 30 yard sizes for all different types of disposal projects. Our... more
Paramount Dumpster Rentals
Paramount Property Services offers homeowners and contractors fast and competitively-priced dumpster rental for home cleanups, remodeling projects and more. We are known for our professionalism,... more
Integrity Roll Off
Integrity Roll Off was launched in 2021 to meet the growing need for dumpster rentals in the Fredericksburg area. We are nimble on our feet and... more
Top Dumpster Rental
Top Dumpster Rental was founded in 2019 by ownership with more than a decade of industry experience. We currently have multiple container sizes available and a... more
Dumpster Wagon
The professionals at Dumpster Wagon take pride in helping Richmond area homeowners and contractors clean up project debris, household junk, and much more. We offer... more
redbox+ of Northern Virginia
Locally owned and locally operated, the redbox+ team of Northern Virginia is your premier roll-off container solution. We are proud to serve the Northern Virginia... more
Handyman Cans LLC
Handyman Cans LLC is the dumpster rental service that saves you time and money. We guarantee our service to be polite, professional and on-time for... more
The Dumpster Guy
"We were very satisfied with the experience we had. We were trying to get rid of construction debris from a remodeling project, and they were... more
A-1 Dumpster Rental & Recycling LLC
For more than 10 years, A-1 Dumpster Rental & Recycling has proudly served customers in Northern Virginia offering exceptional service, quality and value. We have the capacity... more
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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.
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