Dumpster Rental Mistakes Homeowners Make

Renting a dumpster is only done when we have a specific need like a new construction, demolition or home improvement project. It is a fact that some people are not conversant with the procedure and how to determine the right dumpster for their project. That is why they make lots of mistakes that may cost time and money to correct.

We developed this article to save our potential customers from making an expensive mistake when they require renting a dumpster. Therefore, make yourself comfortable and write down salient points that will help you whenever you want to rent a dumpster from Starr Dumpsters.

Choosing a dumpster that is too small

Most people make the mistake of renting a dumpster that is smaller than what they require. This might be because of cost or underestimation of the waste that is generated from their project.

It is better to rent a larger dumpster for your project because, in some instances, you’ll generate more waste than what you anticipated and that might lead to hiring another dumpster and incurring more cost. More so, it is cheaper to rent a more substantial dumpster than getting two for a particular project.

Improper placement of the dumpster

Some homeowners suggest a sloppy location for the delivery of their dumpsters. If you’re not working with a company that has professional operators from Starr Dumpsters, you might end up having a runaway bin, and that could cause a lot of problems. Such situations occur during early spring, late fall or winter periods.

Furthermore, you need to ensure that there are no obstacles like trees and objects that may block the driveway to your chosen location. Try to remove any object so that the delivery truck can easily get in and out.

Therefore, you need to select a flat area that is obstacle free in your premises where the dumpster will be located, or you can give us a call for tricks and tips on how to find a perfect location for your dumpster.

Putting hazardous materials in the dumpster

In order to keep you, your family members and the environment safe, restricted items are not allowed to be tossed in the dumpster. Those hazardous items can lead to environmental contamination and that is why they should be disposed of according to the specific laws and regulations of your area.

Examples of some restricted items that shouldn’t be seen in the dumpster are:

• Gasoline
• Household cleaning chemicals
• Old Paint
• Batteries
• Aerosol
• Tires 
• Fluorescent light bulbs
• Propane tanks etc.
• Overfilling the dumpster

Some homeowners make the mistake of filling the dumpster beyond its maximum capacity. Doing this will make it difficult for the dumpster to be loaded in the truck and there might be dirt drop-offs along the road when the dumpster is not covered.

So, you need to understand the maximum capacity of the dumpster you hire because overfilling might attract some penalties or fees.

Wrong calculation of the rental period

Some people misjudge the timing of their project only to realize that the dumpster is delivered much earlier than when it's needed. Or in some instances, there might be delays in the project, and they like the dumpster to stay longer than expected.

Any wrong calculation while renting a dumpster will cost you more money, so the smartest decision to make if you cannot get the exact timing for your project is to call experts at Starr Dumpsters.