Renting a dumpster is an easy, efficient, and responsible way to dispose off a large pile of trash when renovating, moving out, or de-cluttering your home or office. However, approaching dumpster rental companies blindly can prove to be quite expensive.
There are easy ways to make sure that you get the best price on a dumpster rental for whatever project you need it for. Here are a few tips:
Choose the right size of dumpster
The price of dumpster rentals largely depends on the size and features of the item. So, it is important that you establish beforehand the amount of trash you’re likely to dispose. Ensure that the dumpster you order is large enough to hold all your waste. There’s a special license issued for dumpsters over 18 yards, which means extra cost for the rental company that is transferred to the renter. It doesn’t make any sense to order two bins when the size does not affect bins under 18 yards.
Call around for the best pricing
The junk removal business has grown remarkably in recent years, and you may find that there are multiple dumpster rental businesses with different products and prices in your area. To get the best deal, it is important that you conduct research, call around, and compare prices. If you don’t choose the biggest company or the most popular one, you may be able to find one that is equally good offering the same services for a lower cost.
Ask for discounts
Most companies offer discounts to students, veterans, active military, nurses, seniors, and a few other categories of people, but you may need to ask them about it. There could also be certain days of the week when the rates are better. There are times when customer service representatives fail to mention available discounts and offers, but if you ask them, you may be surprised to make quite some savings.
Follow company rules to avoid extra charges
Familiarise yourself with the company rules and possible extra charges for breaking those rules, such as mixing debris, overloading the bin, or keeping the bin longer than the agreed time.
Make sure the company recycles
Companies that recycle some kinds of waste tend to be much cheaper. For instance, a dumpster rental company can take old furniture from your bin and restore it, so they won’t charge you for weight at the dump.
Lastly, some companies provide DIY services so customers can load their own junk for a cheaper rate. If this option is available, you can make further savings on your dumpster rental.
