Diggin It LLC
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Affordable Dump Trailers and Hauling
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Dumpsters City
Dumpsters City is family owned and operated. We provide our customers with the highest quality of service. Whatever your waste service needs are, we can... more
Rockwood Solid Waste
Rockwood Solid Waste offers drop box rentals for homeowners, contractors and businesses. boxes are ideal for residential clean-ups, DIY projects, construction, roofing debris and more.... more
Portland Disposal and Recycling
Dating way back to 1936, Portland Disposal & Recycling has been the local choice in the Portland community. We offer 10, 15 , 20 , 30, and 40 yard drop boxes. Also available for... more
Bin Confirmed
Bin Confirmed LLC is locally-owned and offers services like dumpster rentals and junk removal. Whether you are residential or commercial, we can take care of... more
Interstate Drop Box
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David Wacker Sanitation
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West Slope Garbage Service
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Aloha Garbage Co Inc
Since 1941, Aloha Garbage Co. has been a family owned business providing reliable, affordable services to residential and commercial customers. If you live in the Unincorporated... more
Flannery's Drop Box Service
Since 1977, Flannery's Drop Box Service has provided the Portland, OR area with fast, affordable, and reliable dumpster rental services. Our roll-off containers come in a... more
Junk Smart
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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?