Junk King Chicago Downtown
Junk King Barrington is a locally-owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company. We specialize in fast, affordable full-service junk hauling and light demolition... more
NWI Dumpster & Equipment Rental
NWI Dumpster & Equipment Rental provides quality dumpster rental services for all NWI residents. Our family-owned and operated company is known for our punctuality and professionalism... more
Ready 2 Roll
As a family-owned and operated company, Ready 2 Roll Hauling & Dumpster Rentals, LLC is proud to serve the Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana regions. We offer reliable... more
Waste Removal Solutions
Waste Removal Solutions is a local, family-owned waste management service that provides both trailer dumpsters and roll-off containers. Our disposal options are convenient, affordable, and... more
Dumpster Panda
Whether you’re renovating your home, cleaning out your garage, or undertaking a large construction project, Dumpster Panda is here to make your life easier.... more
Independent Recycling Services, Inc
Family owned and operated, IRS is one of the largest privately owned waste and recycling companies in the Chicagoland area. We serve commercial properties, offices,... more
V&M Demolition and Disposal
With over 10 years in the waste hauling and demolition industry throughout Chicago, V&M Demolition and Disposal is a an efficient, well-oiled dumpster rental machine.... more
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service
Turner Demolition Cleanup Service has the experience, equipment, and knowledge needed to quickly and safely complete projects of all shapes and sizes. We specialize in... more
Munoz Disposal Services LLC
Munoz Disposal Services is a family-owned dumpster rental company focused on providing superior customer service from start to finish. We offer a large selection of... more
Chicago Disposal
Chicago Disposal is the area's number one choice for quality roll-off dumpster rentals. Our fleet of equipment and staff of pros makes sure to deliver... more
Lakeshore Recycling Systems
LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsible waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through a relentless... more
A City Suburban Service, Inc.
Since 1995, A City Suburban Service, Inc. has been providing the Greater Chicago area with the highest quality dumpster service available. We carry a large inventory... more
Homewood Disposal
For more than 50 years, Homewood Disposal has been providing a full range of waste removal services, from transportation to recycling and more. Family owned, we... more
A Western Recycling
Serving the greater Chicago area, A Western Recycling works hard to provide reliable waste disposal and dumpster rental services. We work closely with clients to... more
A & K Hauling
A & K Hauling offers competitive pricing on roll-off dumpster rentals and junk removal service throughout Northwest Indiana. We offer an exclusive “Cash Back” option... more
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Do dumpster companies recycle? If not, where does the waste go?
Some do, some don't. In recent years, recycling efforts have picked up drastically and an increasing number of roll-off rental companies are starting to offer recycling services. The best way to ensure your debris is recycled is to first ask if it’s offered. If so, you’ll need to ensure you only load that recyclable material into the dumpster. If you have multiple types of recyclable materials, like concrete, cardboard, and wood, you'll need to rent a separate dumpster for each type in most cases in order to have them properly recycled. Loads that are not recyclable will go to local municipal landfills, C&D landfills or waste-to-energy plants.
How can renting a larger dumpster save me money?
It’s very difficult to accurately estimate how much your debris or junk is going to weigh and how much volume it will take up inside a dumpster. While dumpster rental companies are remarkably good at helping you choose the right size dumpster for the job, it’s still just an educated guess. For this reason, it may be a more cost-effective strategy to go with a slightly larger container than you think you may need. The extra $50 to $100 in rental fees may in fact be less expensive compared to the potential overage charges incurred if you go over the weight limit on a smaller size dumpster. Overage charges generally range from $50 to $100 per ton but can be more than that in some instances. Going with a bigger container is also cheaper in situations where you rent a bin that’s slightly too small to complete the job and so you end up renting another.
For example: You rent a 10 yard container for a home cleanup and it turns out there’s about 15 yards of debris. You may have paid $250 for the rental but now you’ll need to pay an additional $250 to rent a second 10 yard dumpster to complete the job. If you have rented a 20 yard roll-off in the first place for $350-$400, you would’ve saved a substantial amount of money – not to mention time.
*The prices in the example above are for informational purposes only. Your local rates may vary.