Frequently Asked Questions about Bin-Drop Waste Services and Dumpster Rentals

Question 1

What Is Dumpster Rental?

Accepted Answer

A dumpster rental is a process of renting waste management bins to dispose of a large amount of waste and debris. Businesses, constructions, residents, renovation, demolition projects, etc. hire dumpster rental services from dumpster rental companies to collect and drop off the waste and debris in recyclable manner.

Question 2

What Is A Dumpster Rental Company?

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A dumpster rental company is a company that rents dumpsters of various sizes to businesses, constructions, residents, renovation, demolition, etc. The dumpster rental company offers a variety of waste containers like roll-off, front-load, and side/rear load. Most dumpster companies promise to drop and pick dumpsters once the users have filled the dumpsters with the debris.

Question 3

What Is The Importance Of Dumpster Rental?

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The importance of dumpster rental is to keep all the waste in one location and prevent debris from getting scattered on the project sites, be it residential, commercial, construction sites to name a few. The other benefits of dumpster rental are to prevent trash tripping and exposure to sickening elements and insects while users focus on their project sites.

Question 4

What is a roll-off dumpster?

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A roll-off dumpster is a large, open-top waste container designed for temporary use in waste removal and disposal. These dumpsters are typically rectangular in shape and have wheels that allow them to be easily rolled on and off specialized trucks. They come in various sizes, with typical dimensions ranging from 10 to 40 cubic yards, but smaller and larger options are available to accommodate different project needs.

Question 5

What Is The Most Common Dumpster Rental Size?

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The most common dumpster rental size is the 20 yard dumpster because it is affordable, easier to manage, & good for all project types. Moreover, a 20-yard dumpster is small enough to get into most driveways and big enough to collect debris from any project types. Another reason why a 20-yards dumpster makes the most common of dumpster rental services is its weight capacity. It’s good enough for most small to medium size projects.

Question 6

What dumpster sizes does Bin-Drop offer?

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Bin-Drop Waste Services offers 10-yard, 15-yard, 20-yard and 30-yard compact dumpsters. All of our dumpsters are designed to fit into narrow spaces and take up the approximate footprint of a minivan.

Question 7

What Items Can Go In A Dumpster?

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Bin-Drop waste services allows every type of waste, except Hazardous Waste, to go in dumpster rentals including residential, commercial and industrial. Following table shows the list of items that are allowed and not-allowed to drop in the rented dumpsters from Bin-Drop.

Do’s	Don'ts
Asphalt	Aerosols
Brick	Antifreeze
Concrete	Commercial cleaning products
Dirt	Household cleaning products
Household junk	Motor oil
Old appliances	Paint supplies
Renovation debris	Photo chemicals
Roofing shingles	Poisons
Stone	Solvents
Unwanted furniture	Chemicals
Yard waste

Not every waste is created equal. Some are more hazardous and dangerous than others. Bin-Drop encourages everyone to avoid mixing recyclable waste with the non-recyclable waste, chemicals, and everything in between.

Question 8

Can I place the dumpster on any surface?

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Bin-Drop dumpsters must be placed on flat, hard surfaces, such as a driveway. We are unable to place dumpsters on slopes, city streets*, soft ground, or property that does not belong to you. *You must have a permit or written permission from the city for us to place the dumpster on the street.

Question 9

Will a Bin-Drop dumpster cause damage to my driveway?

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We place planks under the wheels and the front of the dumpster so that it sits on wood and not directly on the pavement. In most cases, no damage is done to the driveway.

Question 10

How does the pickup process work?

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We can either pre-schedule a dumpster pick-up, or when you’re done with your rental, contact us at 201-566-7719 or email us at office@bin-drop.com, to schedule your pickup.

You do not need to be home when we come to pick up your dumpster rental. Simply ensure that the dumpster is a level load (weight distributed evenly throughout the dumpster), with no items sticking out of the top of the bin. Please also ensure that there are no obstructions to block our access to the dumpster.

Question 11

Why would I rent a dumpster?

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You would want to rent a dumpster for the convenience and efficiency it offers in handling substantial amounts of waste or debris, typically in scenarios such as construction, home renovations, large-scale cleanouts, or landscaping projects. Dumpsters provide a centralized and organized way to collect and remove materials, making waste management more manageable and cost-effective.

Question 12

What size dumpsters can I rent?

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The first choice to make when renting a dumpster is what size to get. Dumpster sizes vary by location, so you'll need to provide your address to determine what options are available to you.

Dumpsters are sized based on the number of cubic yards of waste they hold.

A 10 yard dumpster is 8 feet wide x 12 feet long x 3 ½ feet high. It holds 10 cubic yards of waste.
A 20 yard dumpster is 8 feet wide x 22 feet long x 4 feet high. It holds 20 cubic yards of waste.
A 30 yard dumpster is 8 feet wide x 22 feet long x 6 feet high. It holds 30 cubic yards of waste.
A 40 yard dumpster is 8 feet wide x 22 feet long x 8 feet high. It holds 40 cubic yards of waste.

*A cubic yard is 3 feet wide x 3 feet long x 3 feet wide. Weight will vary for a cubic yard. For example, a cubic yard of popcorn will weigh significantly less than a cubic yard of housing shingles.

Question 13

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?

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Bin-Drop roll-off dumpsters begin at 525$. It’s a flat rate for any 10-yard dumpsters. However, the shipping charges vary depending on how far your location is from our dumpster warehouse. To make it easier for you to calculate the cost of dumpster rental, we have created a guide.

Generally, dumpster rental prices vary across the country, but all rates are dependent on:

Type of debris
Weight of debris
Dumpster size for the job
Duration of rental

Other fees that are common across most dumpster rental companies include:

Delivery Fee: Charged for dumpster delivery to the site.
Extra Days: Extra day charge may be as little as $5 - $10 per day, or significantly more. Check with the service providers you are considering.
Overflow Fee: Any debris not beneath the Maximum Fill Line on an open top dumpster may incur this charge.
Overload Fee: Loads above the Maximum Capacity Weight of a roll-off dumpster are fined for each additional ton.
Taxes: You will be charged federal and state taxes, in most cases, for your dumpster rental.

Permitting costs should also be taken into consideration. For more information, contact your local city or county as this charge is not included in the cost of your dumpster rental.

Question 14

What items can’t go in a dumpster?

Accepted Answer

Environmental safety is important to WM. That's why we take extreme precaution when handling and disposing of hazardous waste. Batteries, asbestos, harmful chemicals, flammable liquids and more are considered environmental hazards and should not go in any dumpster. You will be asked to remove these items if you put them in a dumpster rental.

Hazardous materials are classified differently by country, state, county and city. Be familiar with, or ask one of our team members, what is acceptable in your area’s recycling centers and landfills. Additional fees may be charged for some materials. Be clear and up-front on what you will be putting into a dumpster to ensure you will not be penalized for hazardous content.

Question 15

How can I use a dumpster in a move?

Accepted Answer

A temporary dumpster rental can help you get a fresh start in your new home by acting as a central disposal place to get rid of large amounts of old or unwanted junk, broken items and trash as you’re packing up one home and preparing to move into another.

Once you’re all settled, don’t forget to sign up for WM’s regular trash and recycling pickup service at your new home!

Question 16

Are there dumpster alternatives?

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If you don’t think you’ll have enough waste to fill a dumpster, or if you’re trying to minimize costs, you may be interested in our lower-price dumpster alternative — the Bagster® bag. This is a 3 cubic yard heavy-duty bag, able to hold 606 gallons of debris or 3,300 pounds of refuse. The bag is 8' long x 4' wide x 2'6" tall, large enough to hold full sheets of plywood or drywall. You can purchase this bag at places like Home Depot, Amazon or Lowe’s, then arrange for special pickup when you are ready.