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
A Street Dumpster Rentals LLC
A Street Dumpster Rentals in Pittsburgh, PA, provides high-quality dumpster rentals ideal for homeowners, business owners, and everyone in between. Let our family take care... more
Maughan Corporation Inc
The friendly and hardworking team at Maughan Corporation Inc offer speedy dumpster rental and fair pricing. We offer 15, 20 and 30 yard dumpsters around Southwestern PA. We... 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
Michael Brothers Hauling Inc
Family-owned and operated, Michael Brothers Hauling is your #1 choice for residential and commercial waste removal services in the Greater Pittsburgh and Tri-State areas.They have 3... more
Boyd Roll-Off Services Inc
At Boyd Roll-Off Services, Inc., our roll-off dumpster services truly are one-of-a-kind. For more than 17 years, our delivery and pick-up services have been reliable, friendly,... more
ABC-EZ Dumpster
ABC-EZ Dumpster Rental is located in Mckees Rocks, Pennsylvania and serves surrounding areas. We are proud to offer all sizes of roll-off dumpsters to accommodate... more
TNT Enterprise of PGH, LLC
Get your free 30 yard dumpster rental quote from TNT Enterprise today! We offer complete waste, junk and debris disposal services. Whether you need to rent... more
Tedesco Roll of Services
Locally owned and operated, Tedesco Roll Off Services has been serving McKeesport, PA and surrounding areas since 1977. We offer roll-off rental services to residential, commercial,... more
Salandro's Refuse Inc
Salandro’s Refuse, Inc.is proud to offer waste removal and recycling services in Crabtree, PA and surrounding areas for more than 40 years. We offer 10, 15, 20,... more
Apryle's Dumpsters
Apryle's Dumpsters serves the greater Pittsburgh area offering affordable and fast dumpster rental services via our 25 cubic yard box truck. This driveway-safe dumpster alternative features... 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.