Worried about the cost of renting a dumpster? Dumpster renting may appear to be a complicated, lengthy, and expensive process, but with a little effort, you can keep your costs low and maximize efficiency. Some people think their only option to remove waste is to do it on their own, but that comes with a lot of additional costs such as gas from multiple trips to the landfill, time, and vehicle wear and tear. Renting a dumpster eliminates these concerns. With a little planning, you can find the most efficient price and convenient dumpster service in your local area.
How Dumpster Prices are Determined
The first thing you need to know about dumpster rental prices is how they are determined. Several different factors are considered when determining dumpster rental pricing.
Size
How are the dumpster sizes measured? You can see on our website we have 10-yard, 20-yard, 30-yard, or 40-yard dumpsters, but what does that mean? These are listed as volume not length, so a 10-yard dumpster can hold 10 cubic yards of waste. Smaller dumpsters are typically cheaper to rent, but choosing the correct size will help you make sure you don’t pay extra in overfill or overweight fees.
Weight
The size of the dumpster is not the only factor you need to consider. You must also consider how much your debris weighs. Landfills often charge for disposal based on weight, so for each dumpster sizing there is a limit to how much weight you can put in it. Even if your dumpster is not full it can still be full weight-wise due to heavier items put in the dumpster. Construction materials tend to be heavier than household items, and dry yard waste is lighter than wet yard waste, so that is something you need to consider when filling a dumpster rental.
Trips
Another factor to consider is the number of trips the dumpster will need to take. The cost of a dumpster will include drop-off and pick-up. Every drop-off and pick-up is considered a different rental and each will incur a rental charge. Any additional trips may make a large trip fee. If you have a lot of waste to get disposed of you may want to consider a large dumpster to avoid these extra fees. With a large dumpster, you won’t have to worry about it being emptied often.
Rental Period
The next factor that can affect dumpster rental prices is the rental period. Of course, the rental period will vary depending on the length of the project, for example, a spring cleaning project may only take a few days, while a large home remodel may last for a month. Most residential dumpster rentals are 7 to 10 days.
Location
With other services, dumpster rental rates can vary greatly depending on location. This includes the proximity of the rental company to the landfill from the job site. Keep in mind that in high-demand areas can charge more for dumpster pick-up late fees.
Tips to Lower Dumpster Rental Costs
Measure large debris before choosing the dumpster size
If you have large items that need to be disposed of, measure them before to make sure they will fit within the dumpster dimensions before you rent. If items are larger and do not fit within the fill line on the dumpster you can be charged extra.
Dispose of Prohibited Materials Separately
Some types of waste may be prohibited by the dumpster rental company or by law may be subject to additional charges.
Disposing of these materials yourself in the proper way can save you time and money. Commonly prohibited items in dumpsters:
- Paint
- Refrigerators
- Hot water heaters
- Tires
- Batteries
- Hazardous materials
Lock Your Dumpster
Because going overweight and volume limits can impact the price of your dumpster rental, it’s important to keep unwanted debris out. Passersby may not realize that extra waste can add up, or people may maliciously use your dumpster to avoid renting their own. Secure your dumpster and ask if your dumpster rental has a way of locking it to prevent others from using it.
When you rent a dumpster, keeping all of these things in mind will help you keep costs down. If you’re ready to rent a dumpster in St. George or just have additional questions, please give redbox+ Dumpsters of Southern Utah a call at (435) 414-8601 today!