If you’re tackling a project that will produce significant debris, you might be weighing your options for waste disposal. While renting a roll-off dumpster is a common choice, you may also be considering another option: a dumpster bag. These bags are large trash receptacles designed for waste removal. Typically measuring eight feet in length, four feet in width, and around two and a half feet in height, they boast a capacity of approximately 3,300 pounds or 606 gallons of debris. Once filled, you simply contact a waste management pickup company to collect the dumpster bag. However, because it’s a bag and not a robust dumpster, caution must be exercised to prevent overfilling and potential ripping. Dumpster bags typically cost around $30 and can be ordered from various retailers, including Amazon. You then pay for the dumpster bag removal by a waste company, which HomeAdvisor says can range between $100 to $180, depending on your location.. These bags are ideal for smaller-scale projects such as bathroom remodels, home cleanups, or yard projects. For larger endeavors, opting for a roll-off dumpster rental is often the more practical choice.
What Can Go in a Dumpster Bag?
What’s allowed in a dumpster rental bag is similar to what is permitted in roll-off dumpsters, with a noticeable difference in weight capacity. Here’s a list of items that are commonly allowed, though you will want to double-check with your waste removal company to be sure.
- Flooring
- Plywood
- Tiles
- Bathtubs
- Cabinets
- Trim Materials
- Doors
- Drywall
- Insulation
- Windows
- Sinks
- Plaster
- Carpet
- Roofing Shingles
- Paneling
- Siding
- Toilets
- Bikes
- Furniture
- Asphalt
- Bricks
- Concrete
- Dirt, Sand, or Rock
- Grills (without propane tank)
- Exercise Equipment (electronics removed)
When it comes to prohibited items in dumpster bags, you typically cannot dispose of electronics, propane tanks, chemicals, asbestos, railroad ties, fluorescent bulbs, toxic or hazardous waste, fuel, liquids, medical waste, food waste, batteries, tires, appliances, water softeners, or water heaters. Additionally, restrictions may vary depending on your location, with some areas prohibiting yard waste, brush, shrubs, tree clippings, leaves, mulch, sod, and mattresses. These limitations are typically enforced by waste management facilities, so whether you’re renting a dumpster or a bag, it’s important to check with the company to ensure compliance with their regulations.
Pros of Dumpster Bags
The most obvious pro to a dumpster bag over a roll-off dumpster is the cost. As long as you need just one bag, you’ll spend between $130 to $210. If you think you’ll need more bags, that price will increase and a roll-off dumpster would probably be more cost-effective. There are usually no time constraints when using a dumpster bag and no container usage deadlines or fees. It allows you to work on any project at your own pace. When you’re done, you just call the waste management company to come to pick it up. Unfortunately, it can take several days for the company to make the trip out to your property, leaving you with a large bag of trash in front of your house. The convenience of ordering a bag online and having it show up at your doorstep is also a pro. Just be sure you have a pickup method ready before you start filling the bag. Also, you’ll want to follow all the guidelines so the trash company can remove the filled bag.
Cons of Dumpster Bags
While dumpster bags offer convenience, there are some drawbacks to consider. Firstly, if you underestimate the amount of debris you have, the cost can quickly escalate, making a roll-off dumpster rental a more cost-effective option. Additionally, dumpster bags have stricter weight limitations to prevent ripping, which can be inconvenient. The rules and regulations regarding the placement of dumpster bags may also pose challenges, as they typically require overhead cranes for pickup. It’s important to note that attempting to move a filled dumpster bag on your own can lead to tearing, especially if it’s heavy. In contrast, roll-off dumpsters provide a sturdier option, with the support of the rental company for maintenance and removal.
Let redbox+ Dumpsters Help With Your Next Project
Are you concerned about how much or the type of debris you might create from your home project and worried that a dumpster bag might not work for you? Allow redbox+ Dumpsters of Greater Columbus to help! Our team of experts can help you determine what size of roll-off dumpster you’ll need to rent for your project, and what you will and won’t be able to put in the dumpster. In addition, you’ll know your costs upfront because our debris removal fee is built into your dumpster rental costs. Just give us a call and we’ll walk you through the process from start to finish. Contact redbox+ Dumpsters of Greater Columbus today to begin planning your next home project.