Bin There Dump That Portland Maine
"I needed a 20 yard dumpster for tiles and some household debris from a construction project I was working on. I got the dumpster I needed... more
Gregory's Disposal
Serving Fairfield, ME and surrounding areas, Gregory’s Disposal offers reliable, timely services to satisfy residential and commercial needs. As a local, family owned and... more
Almighty Waste
Almighty Waste offers 15 to 30 cubic yard roll off dumpster rentals for cleanouts, demolition, and remodeling projects for homeowners, businesses, and contractors in Androscoggin County and... more
Central Maine Disposal Corp
Established in 1973, Central Maine Disposal has been a family owned and operated waste removal company serving residential and commercial customers throughout Central Maine for more... more
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What is the dumpster rental process like?
- Estimate what size dumpster you need - Roll-off dumpster sizes are quoted in the amount of cubic yards of debris the container will hold. Common sizes are 10 yard, 20 yard, and 30 yard. Click on a company's logo or name to visit their profile page, where you'll find sizes and dimensions of dumpsters available to rent.
- Research local dumpster rental companies - Find local services that have a good reputation, offer the size you need, at a price you can afford.
- Contact one or more service providers - Confirm information about prices, amount of weight included in the price, rental period, and other terms of the rental.
- Reserve the dumpster - It's best to schedule the dumpster for delivery for the day before you plan to start loading it.
Learn more: Dumpsters 101: A Guide to Renting a Dumpster
What is a dumpster weight allowance?
When you rent a dumpster, it comes with a weight allowance. A major portion of dumpster rental pricing is the cost of disposal. Landfills and recycling centers charge disposal services for the weight of the debris, generally anywhere from $35 per ton (2,000 lbs) to $100 per ton. The amount of weight included in the price can range from 0 lbs to 1 ton (2,000 lbs) to 8 tons (16,000 lbs) or more. The bigger the dumpster, generally the greater the weight allowance. Dumpster companies generally pass the additional disposal fees on to the renter when your load goes over the included weight. If your dumpster price includes 2 tons of weight (4,000 lbs) and your debris weighs in at 6,000 lbs at the landfill, you'll end up paying the extra fees for the additional weight.