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Dumpster rental costs in Alaska
The cost of renting a dumpster in Alaska varies greatly depending upon the location (city), supply/demand, size of the container, type of debris, rental duration, and several other factors.
The best way to get an accurate picture of how much a dumpster costs in your area is to contact two or more local rental providers to request a free quote.
Based on several years of data collected by HometownDumpsterRental.com, we have determined the national average cost to rent a dumpster are as follows:
- 10 yards - $300
- 20 yards - $380
- 30 yards - $440
- 40 yards - $490
Closer to home,get an idea of what other Alaska residents are paying for their dumpster rental:
- 10 yard - $247
- 20 yard - $355
Dumpster costs vary based on the city/metro you reside, as well as the other factors previously mentioned. For example, during the busy dumpster rental months (e.g., spring), containers are in limited supply, so costs may be slightly higher during this time. On the flip side, slow times of the year may net you a better deal on a dumpster.
Most common roll-off container sizes
Roll-off dumpster sizes vary, but the most common are:
- 10 yard: 12 ft. x 8 ft. x 3.5 ft. (LxWxH)
- 20 yard: 22 ft. x 8 ft. x 4 ft. (LxWxH)
- 30 yard: 22 ft. x 8 ft. x 6 ft. (LxWxH)
- 40 yard: 22 ft. x 8 ft. x 8 ft. (LxWxH)
The container sizes in your area may vary based on what the dumpster rental company carries, as well as the availability of specific containers. If you can’t find the container size you’re looking for, check with a different rental company near you.
Other relatively common container sizes include 8, 12 and 15 yarders. Still other container sizes are also sometimes available. Trailer dumpsters are a roll-off dumpster alternative that work great for a wide range of situations.
You may need a permit to dispose of construction and demolition debris
The State of Alaska issues one-time disposal authorizations for asbestos or construction and demolition (C&D) debris totaling up to 1,000 cubic yards.
You must fill out the permit application and pay any applicable fees.
In most cases, your dumpster rental provider will handle this step for you or walk you through the permitting process.
Where can I find a landfill, composting facility or recycler in the State?
The State maintains a database of useful maps and information pertaining to landfill locations, accepted materials, contact information, etc.
***You can access a full list of the landfills here.
Contact information for the Division of Environmental Health Solid Waste Program
If you have questions about laws related to waste disposal in the State, or you need to learn more about anything pertaining to solid waste or recycling programs throughout the state, you can contact the Solid Waste Program offices in Anchorage at (907) 269-7802.
Tips for renting a roll-off dumpster in Alaska
5 most common dumpster styles
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.
Information about dumpster rental weight limits and overage charges
Dumpster rental providers typically put a cap on the amount of weight you can load into a dumpster due to the fact it costs them more money to dump heavier loads at local landfills. This weight limit can range from 1 ton (2,000 lbs.) to 8 tons (16,000 lbs.) or more.
Overage fees typically range between $50 per ton and $100 per ton. For example, if the weight allowance is 2,000 lbs. and your load weighs in at 2,500 lbs., you’d owe an additional 1 ton of overage charges at the $50 to $100 rate, or whatever rate your dumpster rental agreement specifies.
TIP: Be particularly careful of going over the allotted weight limit when dealing with heavier debris, such as concrete, roofing shingles, dirt or masonry.
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