Valley Sanitation
"I was finishing a clean up of my daughter's house and needed a 20 yard dumpster. Valley Sanitation was very prompt with their service. There were... more
Gauthier Trucking Co
Gauthier Trucking of Vermont makes cleanups a breeze with roll off containers and commercial compactors. For the equipment you need, contact us today to request... more
Duffy's Waste and Recycling Inc
Founded in 1998, Duffy's Waste and Recycling Inc offers residential waste and recycling services, as well as roll-off dumpsters. We pride ourselves on fair pricing, excellent... more
Hometown Hauling 802 LLC
Hometown Hauling 802 LLC is a local family-owned Vermont business. We specialize in all junk removal projects—if you want it gone then we’re willing... more
Garrant & Son Sanitation
Garrant & Son Sanitation is a third generation, family-owned and operated, local business providing dumpster rental services in Clinton County, NY for over 45 years. We are... more
E Z Container Service Inc
EZ Container Service in Essex Junction, Vermont's goal is to make the cleanup and storage process easier for you. We do this by providing on-time... more
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Dumpster Rental Tips for Plattsburgh, NY
How can I avoid overage charges?
Debris like dirt, concrete, and household junk can pack on the pounds in your dumpster very quickly. Dumpster companies generally include a certain amount of weight in each rental and then charge more if the dumpster is overweight.
To avoid going over your weight allowance, here are two tips to minimize the total weight of your trash:
- 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 for the particular dumpster you rented. Don’t overload the container or you will be susceptible to overage charges.
Learn more: The Ultimate Guide to Dumpster Sizes
Is it necessary to obtain a dumpster permit from the city?
Generally, a dumpster permit is required if the container will be placed on the side of a city street or on the sidewalk. When you have the dumpster placed on your private property, such as your driveway, no permit is required in most municipalities. To be sure you satisfy all of your city’s permitting requirements, discuss it with your dumpster provider prior to taking delivery of the dumpster.
Read more: Dumpster Rental 101: How to Rent a Dumpster