DiFrischia Recycling
DiFrischia Recycling is a small family-owned and operated company offering full service junk removal and dumpster rental services for both commercial and residential clients. Contact... more
Mobiledumps of Pittsburgh PA
"Needed a dumpster last minute on a weekend and it was dropped off within 30 minutes. Service was flexible and professional." more
KEI Dumpster Rental
At KEI Dumpster Rental, we are a local, Woman-owned business offering dumpster rental services, and we have several container sizes available ranging from 10 yard to 25... more
Elite Dumpster Rentals
We are locally owned and operated, at Elite Dumpster Rentals our goal is to provide elite customer service and make renting a dumpster as simple... more
Toss That Junk PA
We are a Veteran-owned business offering professional, affordable waste removal and light demolition services in the Pittsburgh area. Being a small, local company, we’re... more
Bin There Dump That Pittsburgh
We’re your friendly, neighborhood source for fast and affordable roll-off bins in the Tri-State area. Our dumpsters are unique in that they’re safe... more
Junk King Pittsburgh
"I was trying to get rid of some things from my business—some papers, a computer monitor, and other junk. I tried calling other junk... more
Vogel Disposal Service Inc
Vogel Disposal Service Inc has been the leading independent resource for waste collection and disposal services throughout Western Pennsylvania for over 60 years!... more
Dalton Service Co.
Dalton Service Co. has grown to serve a variety of industries and residential customers in the states of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia, including roll-off... more
Iron City Express
Based in Crescent, Pennsylvania, Iron City Express is a trucking company offering a wide range of professional hauling and junk removal services to the Pittsburgh,... more
McJunkin Roll Offs Inc.
McJunkin Roll Offs Inc. has proudly served customers in and around Fredonia, PA since 2004. We offer prompt and reliable dumpster rental and junk removal services.... more
Junk King Cranberry Township
Junk King Cranberry Township is a locally-owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company. We take almost everything from old furniture to appliances, e-waste,... more
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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.
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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.
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