While most people rent a dumpster in the spring, summer, or fall, sometimes you have to rent a roll-off dumpster in the winter – you’re relocating for a job, putting your house on the market, clearing out a loved one’s home so they can move to assisted living, or putting the house on the market after a death are just some of the scenarios.

Or you might be doing a DIY home renovation project. Regardless of the reason you’re planning to schedule a residential dumpster rental, renting in the winter brings some extra considerations. Read our tips below for the smoothest rental experience.

Tip #1: Think About Where to Place Your Roll-Off Dumpster

Think carefully about where you want the roll-off dumpster to go. The closer to your house the better, when it comes to the winter months. Placing it in the street is possible, but will make your work tougher.

For most projects and cleanouts, placing the dumpster in the driveway close to the garage door is ideal. But if you’re renovating a second-floor bathroom or an area on the back side of the house, you may want the dumpster closer to that location.

Keep in mind that we need about 40ft. In length for the truck and container for placement, and 10ft. wide to fit through gates. Let us know when you call if this might be an issue. Read our dumpster rental FAQs page for more basic questions and answers.

Tip #2: Think About Tree Branches

If you have trees overhanging your driveway or other planned location to set your roll-off dumpster rental, think about trimming low-hanging branches before delivery day. Some dumpster rental companies won’t place the dumpster where you want it if trees are in the way.

Here at JRs, with your permission, we will trim back branches so you can have the dumpster exactly where you want it.

Came out the same day I called, and made the process super easy. He trimmed some branches back that were low hanging in the driveway for ease of access as a courtesy, where other companies would have just denied the drop-off. Thanks, JR! – Michelle Martinez

We were so pleased with JR’s hauling service. They were very communicative, came on time, went above and beyond to get the dumpster to the location we wanted: There were branches in the way, and they trimmed them to secure the passage.
I would recommend them and will definitely go with them if I need hauling service again. -Monia

 

Tip #3: Be Prepared for Snow

Ideally, you can schedule your winter residential dumpster rental for when the skies will be clear. But if you have a specific period that you absolutely have to have a dumpster for your project, keep an eye on the forecast.

If snow, rain, or ice are predicted on delivery day, shovel or brush snow out of the way. If it’s forecasted for after delivery, cover your dumpster with one or more tarps to keep the weather out. This is especially important if heavy snow is on the way.

Tip #4: De-ice, De-ice, De-ice

If snow, sleet, ice, or rain falls, be sure to shovel a path around your dumpster and use a de-icing agent to keep the pathway safe. If temperatures warm up during the day to create puddles, those puddles will likely freeze overnight, creating a hazard.

Tip #5: Dress for the Weather

Finally, be sure to dress appropriately as you load your dumpster in potentially below-freezing temperatures. Dress in layers so that you can remove a heavy coat if you get too warm.

Be sure to wear gloves to protect your hands. The last thing you want to do is touch the icy cold metal of the roll-off dumpster with a bare hand. Wear shoes or boots with lug soles to give you extra traction.

If you run a construction company, home remodeling company, or landscaping company, you generate a lot of debris. Did you know it can be more time and cost effective to arrange a construction dumpster rental than hauling all that debris away yourself? It’s true, and especially in Baltimore County, where the disposal sites can be miles away from where your project is.

You can save money on gas and tipping fees while paying your employees to work on your project instead of driving to the dump and waiting in line. Here are our top 3 tips to arrange a construction dumpster rental in Baltimore County.

Tip 1: Find a Dependable Dumpster Rental Company

The biggest key to being happy with your construction dumpster rental is if you get it from the right dumpster rental company. Look for one that’s locally owned and operated and has been in business for at least 5 years. Read their reviews and read through their website. Do they offer the dumpster size you need? Can they bring an empty roll-off dumpster when they pick up a full one?

You want dependability and convenience as well as fair pricing.

Tip 2: Rent the Right Dumpster Size

To make the most of your money, you want to make sure you get the right dumpster size for your project. Not too big and not too small, but just right. And if you’ll have materials that can be recycled instead of incinerated or buried in a landfill, you may want more than one roll-off dumpster. Construction debris that can be recycled includes concrete, yard waste, and large amounts of metals.

Not sure what dumpster size you need? Read our tips or call us with questions and we’ll be happy to help you.

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Tip 3: Fill Your Dumpster the Right Way

Make the most of your roll-off dumpster rental by filling it the right way. Flat items such as drywall, plywood, etc. Should be laid down flat on the floor of the dumpster. Heavier, bulkier items should be distributed throughout the dumpster for ease of transport. Think of your construction dumpster as a puzzle where you want to fit things together tightly. And be sure not to load it past the top, because we need to cover it for transport.

Related Reading: How to Load a Roll-Off Dumpster Most Efficiently

Call Now to Schedule a Construction Dumpster Rental in Baltimore County

To easily rent a construction dumpster, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We can leave you an empty roll-off dumpster if you need another for a larger project. We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive construction dumpster rental prices to customers in Baltimore County, including Cockeysville, Dundalk, Towson, White Marsh, and other areas.

 

Declutter in 2024 with the Aid of Our Junk Hauling Services

Have you noticed you have less and less space to entertain? Or maybe you can’t park your car in the garage. Or is your attic so stuffed with “stuff” that you’re afraid to venture up there? If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, you should know that decluttering is easier with the help of a dumpster rental and junk hauling services.

We should specify that we don’t do the junk removal for you. You, the homeowner, provide the labor, while we provide the dumpster delivery and haul away your junk.

If you’re the type to make a New Year’s Resolution, decluttering your house might be at the top of the list. But so often, we make resolutions and then fail to keep them because they require continual effort. But decluttering a garage, attic, or basement is one of those things that can be done in a long weekend, and you reap the benefits for years to come.

Keep reading for some tips on how to declutter your home and enjoy your space more in the New Year.

Tip #1: Set a Goal and a Timeline

Do you want to convert your attic into a bedroom? Maybe you want to turn your basement into a home theater. Or maybe you just want to be able to park your car in the garage. Decide what portion of your home you’re going to clear out – or go big and do more than one area.

Give yourself a timeline and a deadline. If you’ve scheduled home remodeling, you know you have to get rid of the clutter before work can start.

Tip #2: Sell, Donate, Keep, or Toss

Go through the area to be cleaned out and decide what to do with everything.

Sell. Determine what you might be able to sell and list it on Facebook Marketplace or NextDoor. If it doesn’t sell, donate it.

Donate. Donate gently used items that can still be useful to someone who doesn’t have the money to buy something new. Some charities will send a truck if you have large items.

Keep. Decide what is still in great shape and gets a lot of use. Keep those items.

Toss. Anything that is broken and has been sitting around for years should be tossed. You can also toss old magazines, stained or torn clothing, and other items no one wants or needs. When you have a lot of stuff, and a lot of big stuff, renting a dumpster and scheduling junk removal services will save you time and money.

Driving loads of junk and trash to the dump yourself can be time-consuming and use a lot of gas. By tossing everything into a dumpster that we then haul away when you’re done, you have more time to devote to getting your space exactly the way you want it.

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Tip #3: Clean the Area

If you get rid of a lot of junk that’s been sitting in your garage, basement, or attic for years, chances are good that you’ve also stirred up some dust and disturbed some cobwebs. Sweep or vacuum the floors. Dust all flat surfaces. Sweep down the walls and then wipe them down. Clean the windows inside and out.

You’ll notice not only is the area decluttered, but it looks brighter. By decluttering, you just reclaimed space in your home that you can now use for something a lot more fun than storing old junk.

Call Now to Schedule a Dumpster Rental and Junk Hauling

To easily rent a dumpster and schedule junk hauling services, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive dumpster rental prices to customers in Harford County and parts of Baltimore County.

Read What Some of Our Customers Have to Say

I have used J R Hauling Services residentially for the last two years!!! They are great! They come when they say they will!! They are helpful and fair in their pricing! I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for “debris removal”!!! –Shelley S.

 

JRs was super-fast getting me several dumpsters swapped out as we emptied my father’s house- we filled 3, 20-yard bins, at a very reasonable price. They even got us the last one on a Sunday morning, which I was not expecting to be able to do!
Every time I called, I got quick replies, and they navigated a tight driveway and generally close quarters expertly. Can’t recommend them highly enough- I hope I never need them for this kind of situation again, but I’d call them first, in a heartbeat! –Gary D.

 

How to Reclaim Your Garage with a Residential Dumpster Rental

If you have a garage, wouldn’t it be nice to park your car in there over the winter months? For too many homeowners, the garage becomes a dumping ground/workshop, leaving no room to park the car. It can seem an overwhelming task to clear it out and organize it so that you can use it for its intended purpose.

But if you follow these tips for reclaiming your garage (with the help of a residential dumpster rental) you’ll be amazed at how big your garage really is! And November is a great time to tackle this project. Your garage isn’t an oven, and you’re doing the work before truly cold and snowy weather arrives.

So, let’s dive in.

Tip #1: Set a Schedule

Set a schedule and stick to it for the great garage purge. This is especially important if you have more than a decade’s worth of stuff piled up in your garage. With that much junk, you will probably benefit from scheduling a residential dumpster rental. If you start on a Friday, you can potentially finish in a weekend, as long as you don’t have anything else planned.

Tip #2: Start Sorting

There are 4 main categories for sorting the mountain of stuff in your garage:

Take stock of what you have, and be brutal. There is no “Maybe” pile. It might help to stock up on bins to place smaller items in. Another tactic is to move everything out of your garage into separate areas on your driveway.

Sell

You can try to sell items that you have two of or that are in great shape but you haven’t used them in two years or more. Try places like Facebook Marketplace, NextDoor, and Craigslist. Be prepared for no-shows and scammers. If something doesn’t sell within a week or two, consider donating it. Ideally, you try to start selling stuff before the time of the big cleanout.

Donate

Donate gently used items that someone else could actually use. You can donate furniture, sporting goods, home improvement items, tools, and more. You might even want to find a charity that will come pick up your donations.

Toss

This is where renting a residential dumpster comes in really handy. If you’re like most people, a lot of the stuff you’ve accumulated in your garage never made it into the house because there was something wrong with it. Get rid of broken or damaged items. If you haven’t fixed it by now, you’re not going to. And don’t forget the attic. Chances are good you put stuff up there when you moved into your house, and haven’t thought about it since.

Clear off shelves and clear out drawers. Got a User’s Manual for a lawnmower from a decade ago? Toss it. Have rusted beach chairs or lawn chairs covered in cobwebs? Toss them. You get the idea. Just remember to be aware that most dumpster rental companies have a list of restricted items you shouldn’t toss in the dumpster. They may be able to help you get rid of those items for an additional fee.

Keep

Ideally, you only keep what you really need and use regularly. If anything in the garage should really be stored somewhere else, such as the kitchen or basement, take it to the appropriate room.

If you don’t already have shelving, install some, or buy free-standing units. Think about vertical storage, such as hooks to hang bikes, pegboards to hold tools, etc. For items that are seasonal, such as Halloween and Christmas decorations, store them in well-marked boxes and bins and place them in a back corner.

Once everything has a home, it will be easier to keep your garage organized. And you’ll be able to park your car in the garage and protect it from the elements again!

Call Now to Schedule a Residential Dumpster Rental

To easily rent a residential dumpster, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We can leave you an empty roll-off dumpster if you need another for a larger project. We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive residential dumpster rental prices to homeowners in Harford County and parts of Baltimore County.

 

Save Time and Money with a Construction Dumpster Rental

As a business owner, you know that time is money. This can be especially true in the construction, home remodeling, and landscaping businesses. That’s why having a dumpster rental service you can count on is crucial to running your business efficiently. Let’s look at some of the benefits of a construction dumpster rental.

You Save Time and Money

Are you wasting time and money by paying an employee to drive a dump truck to the landfill? Stop it right now. If you’re paying an hourly wage, plus gas, plus paying for the wear and tear on your truck, you’re paying too much. In many cases, the employee who drives to the landfill, which may be many miles away, then has to sit and wait in line to get weighed, then dump the load, then get weighed again. Who has time for that?

By disposing of your construction, remodeling, or landscaping debris in a rented roll-off dumpster, you get your employee’s time back to work on something that actually benefits a client, and you may save gas money and wear and tear on your fleet.

It’s Convenient

A construction dumpster rental is convenient. We deliver an empty roll-off dumpster, you and your workers fill it, and we haul it off when it’s full. Easy peasy. You reduce clutter at the job site, improve safety, and dispose of everything easily.

A Roll-Off Dumpster Can Hold More Than a Dump Truck

The larger roll-off dumpsters can hold more than a dump truck, meaning you can dispose of more debris in less time. For example, the average dump truck can hold 10-14 cubic yards of material. Contrast that with a 20-yard dumpster, which can hold 20 cubic yards of debris. Don’t need one that big? We also offer 10-yard and 15-yard dumpsters.

You Can Recycle

The likelihood of you recycling materials such as concrete, scrap metal, and yard waste/tree/shrub debris increases when you rent one or more construction dumpsters. This is good for the planet, and if you’re working on a LEED-certified project, it’s necessary.

Improved Compliance

One last reason to opt for a construction dumpster rental is compliance with environmental regulations. Many construction projects require that you dispose of certain materials in specific ways to comply with environmental regulations. When you have a roll-off dumpster on-site, you can be sure you are properly disposing without violating any state or federal regulations. Visit the Construction Industry Compliance Assistance website for more specific information.

Call Now to Schedule a Construction Dumpster Rental

To easily rent a construction dumpster, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We can leave you an empty roll-off dumpster if you need another for a larger project. We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive construction dumpster rental prices to customers in Harford County and parts of Baltimore County.

How a Dumpster Rental Can Help You Sell Your Bel Air MD Home

Selling a house can be a stressful process. Even if the property is in one of Bel Air’s most sought-after neighborhoods, if it looks like a hoarder lives there, it can be a tough sell. Spring and summer are prime times to sell your home. Whether you’re downsizing, moving to a larger home, or selling the home of an older loved one after they’ve passed, a dumpster rental can make selling your current home easier.

How? Let’s take a look.

Removing Clutter Makes Your Home Look More Spacious

After location, the size of a house for sale is the second most important thing for most buyers. If it’s a young family with children, they want room for their family to grow. If the prospective buyer has kids who are old enough that they now want their own space, they’re looking for extra bedrooms and bonus rooms.

While your home may have the number of rooms they’re looking for if they’re filled to the max with furniture, clothing, and, dare we say it, junk, it may look cramped. Few buyers bring a measuring tape with them to see how large the rooms are.

Sort through your belongings. It can be helpful to do this room by room. Create piles or staging areas for Keep, Donate/Sell, and Toss.

  • Keep items you will need to comfortably live in your home until you sell it, or will use it in your new home.
  • Donate or sell items you don’t need or use anymore, as long as they’re in good condition.
  • Toss items that are broken, ugly, or smell like pets or cigarette smoke, into the dumpster. The same goes for piles of magazines. If you’ve lived in your home for more than 10 years, you’ve accumulated a lot of stuff. Don’t keep stuff that’s still in boxes from your last move. Purge it.

If there are belongings you plan to move to your next place but they take up a lot of room, consider renting a storage unit until you sell the house. Talk with your realtor about how to make some of these decisions.

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You May Be Able to Sell Your Home Faster, for Top Dollar

If you remove extra furniture to make your home look more spacious, clear out the closets to make them look bigger, and clear out the garage, you may be able to sell your home faster, and for top dollar. Most buyers are looking for room to expand in.

Make it easy for them to imagine their stuff and their family in your home by removing clutter and staging the rooms.

You Have Fewer Things to Move

If you do a good job decluttering your home before you sell it, you’ll have fewer things to move. This means it won’t take as long to pack or unpack. And if you hire a moving company, you’ll pay less than you would if you kept all that junk.

Set Up Your Dumpster Rental Now

If you have a lot of stuff to get rid of to showcase your Bel Air, MD home for sale, a dumpster rental can make the job easier. To set up your rental, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

We offer competitive dumpster rental prices to customers in Bel Air, as well as throughout Harford and Baltimore counties.`

If you have a big remodeling project, a big decluttering project, or a big landscaping project, you’re smart to be thinking about renting a dumpster. A dumpster rental can make disposing of debris and household junk a breeze. Below, we explain how to rent a dumpster in 5 easy steps.

Choose the Right Dumpster Size

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Get Quotes and Choose Who to Rent a Dumpster From

You can ask friends and neighbors who they rented their dumpster from and you can Google “dumpster rental near me” to find the companies who provide this service in your area. Ask them what dumpster sizes they have, and how much does it cost to rent a dumpster?

Make sure the price they quote you includes everything, with no hidden fees. The cost should include delivery, pickup, and disposal costs. Prices will vary based on how far you are from the company, what you’re disposing of, and how long you need the dumpster.

Get Ready for Delivery

Once you’ve scheduled delivery, make sure the truck hauling the roll-off dumpster has easy access to your driveway or the street (if permitted) where you want them to place the dumpster. Many companies will place plywood under the wheels of the dumpster to protect your driveway. You should plan to be present for delivery. Check out our dumpster rental FAQs page for some more information.

Load Your Dumpster

Once your dumpster arrives, you can get to work loading it up. Keep in mind how long you have the dumpster, and don’t put any restricted items in it. Certain items need to be disposed of separately, and should not be put into your dumpster. In addition, before starting to toss things in, make a plan of how you can fit the most junk or debris into your roll-off dumpster without overloading it.

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Schedule Pickup

Last, when your dumpster is full or you’ve finished the task at hand, schedule pickup. You can usually do this with a call or text – just be sure to schedule a pickup by your due date to avoid paying extra fees. Even if you prepaid for your dumpster rental, it’s a good idea to be around when the company comes to pick it up. If you’ve overloaded it, they may want you to remove items.

Once the dumpster s gone and your space is clean, enjoy a job well done!

Call Now to Schedule a Dumpster Rental

To easily rent a dumpster, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive dumpster rental prices to customers in Harford County and parts of Baltimore County.

Make Spring Cleaning a Breeze with a Dumpster Rental

Spring is in the air. And that means it’s time to think about spring cleaning. For many homeowners, that can involve carpet cleaning, washing the curtains, washing the windows and walls, adding a new coat of paint, and more.

But part of refreshing your home also means cleaning out the unused, broken, and out-of-date items that are cluttering your home. You might be able to donate or even sell some items that are in good condition. For those other items, a dumpster rental can make disposing of them a breeze.

Here are some of the top 3 reasons to rent a dumpster to help you with spring cleaning:

1. You Get Rid of Everything All at Once

Setting one large item out with your trash each week or making endless trips to the dump yourself can be time-consuming and waste gas. By renting a dumpster, you make the most of your time by going through your home and getting rid of a lot of unwanted junk that’s just taking up space.

Just remember that there are a few restricted items you can’t toss in your dumpster. We may be able to help you dispose of them properly, however.

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2. It Gets You Motivated

If you’re the type who has a hard time getting motivated to clean things out, having a rental dumpster delivered to your home will get you motivated. You know you’re paying to rent it, and you have 10 days before we’ll come to pick it up. You don’t want your money to go to waste, so slowly but surely, you start filling it up.

You might even challenge yourself to do more cleaning out than you had planned, once you see you have a bit more space you can fill.


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Your Home Looks Great and You Have More Useable Space

Finally, when you’ve cleared out the old stuff, you can see parts of your home that were buried in junk – such as your attic, basement, garage, or all three. You’ve reclaimed some space and can make plans of how to use it for the enjoyment of your family. Plus, your home looks great! It’s a win-win.

Consider a Separate Dumpster for Yard Waste

And if you are doing a spring cleanup of your yard during the same period, consider renting a second dumpster for yard waste – if you have a major cleanup project. That’s because we can recycle your yard waste, including:

  • Tree branches
  • Tree stumps
  • Dead shrubs
  • Leaves
  • Weeds

But we can’t recycle it if you mix yard waste with other debris. If your yard waste cleanup isn’t big enough to need a dumpster, you can drop it off in Harford County and set it out for yard waste collection in Baltimore County starting April 1.

Set Up Your Dumpster Rental Now

If you have a lot of stuff to clear out this spring, a dumpster rental can make the job easier. To set up your rental, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

We offer competitive dumpster rental prices to customers throughout Baltimore and Harford counties.

If you have a big landscaping project, a home remodeling project, or need to reclaim a basement or attic, you’re smart to be exploring arranging a roll-off dumpster rental in Baltimore County. If you’ve never rented a dumpster, you may want to read these tips before you do. It can help ensure you get the best dumpster rental experience.

Tip #1: Find the Right Baltimore County Dumpster Rental Company

Once you’ve decided to rent a dumpster, you have to find the right dumpster rental company. Most companies have websites that will answer some basic questions, but you may need to call for pricing. Look for:

  • Length of the rental period
  • Pricing – make sure it’s a flat rate, all-inclusive of delivery, pickup, and disposal, with no surcharges for gas or anything else.
  • Ask for recommendations. If a neighbor recently rented a dumpster, ask them if they were happy with the company.
  • Check their reviews. You want to see recent 4 and 5-star reviews, especially from repeat customers.

Choose the company that delivers to your area for an affordable price and a good rental period, as well as one that has great reviews.

Tip #2: Choose the Right Dumpster Size

Each dumpster rental company in Baltimore County will have various dumpster sizes that you can rent. They may explain on their websites how much junk or debris each size will hold. If you still have questions, call them and describe your project. Any reputable company will be able to advise you on the right size. It’s almost always better to get a dumpster that’s slightly bigger than what you think you will need. You’d be surprised at how quickly they fill up.

Related Reading: How to Choose the Right Rental Dumpster Size for Your Needs

Tip #3: Load the Roll-off Dumpster Right

Once the dumpster is delivered to your driveway or put in the street, it’s time to start loading it up. There is a right way and a wrong way to do this. You’ll be able to walk items into the dumpster, so load heavy items and larger items first, trying to distribute the weight. Smaller and larger items can be tossed in over the sides of the dumpster as it starts to fill up. Be careful to make the most use of the space available, and not overfill your rental dumpster.

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Tip #4: Load It on Time

When you arrange your dumpster rental in Baltimore County, pay attention to what the company says about how long you can keep the dumpster. You will face additional fees if you decide you need to keep it longer than you had planned. Manage your time effectively to avoid extra fees.

Tip #5: Avoid Prohibited Items

Lastly, don’t toss just anything into the dumpster. No matter which company you choose for dumpster rental in Baltimore County, or anywhere else, for that matter, will have a list of restricted items that you should not put in your dumpster. Many of these are hazardous items, or there are laws regarding their proper disposal, which don’t allow for disposal at a landfill.

Be sure to check the list carefully. If a dumpster rental company dumps your stuff at the landfill and the load has restricted items in it, the company can face fines, which they will pass on to you.

Call Now to Schedule a Dumpster Rental in Baltimore County

To set up your rental, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

Some of the cities and communities we deliver to include: Baldwin, Cockeysville, Dundalk, Edgemere, Essex, Glen Arm, Hunt Valley, Kingsville, Lutherville-Timonium, Middle River, Overlea, Parkville, Perry Hall, Phoenix, Rosedale, Rossville, Towson, and White Marsh.

Mistake #1: Renting the Wrong Size of Roll-Off Dumpster

The most common mistake people make when renting a dumpster (especially the first time) is renting the wrong size roll-off dumpster. Many homeowners underestimate just how much stuff they have to get rid of. Or they don’t load the dumpster properly, and find they have a bunch of junk that won’t fit in the dumpster. While you can always rent another dumpster, it’s more cost-effective and less stressful to rent the right size to start with.

We recommend sizing up if you’re in doubt. And if you have space left over in a larger roll-off dumpster, you probably have some more items you can clear out.

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Mistake #2: Tossing Hazardous Materials into Your Roll-Off Dumpster

This is the second biggest mistake people make. Just because you paid for a dumpster rental doesn’t mean you can throw everything into it. Hazardous materials and prohibited items in your dumpster can cost you. If the rental company empties the dumpster at the landfill and is fined for dumping hazardous materials, they will hold you responsible for the fine.

Pay attention to the list of Restricted Items posted by a dumpster rental company. The list is pretty universal for the industry and includes things such as motor oil, poison, paint cans, asbestos shingles, and more.

Mistake #3: Overfilling Your Dumpster

This goes hand-in-hand with getting the wrong-sized dumpster. When you rent a dumpster, the company will tell you what the weight limit is, and tell you not to fill the dumpster beyond the top of the container. The dumpster rental company cannot haul a dumpster that is overflowing, because debris could fly out during transport, or the dumpster could be overweight.

Avoid fines for either and have a plan to load your dumpster correctly.

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Mistake #4: Working with the Wrong Dumpster Rental Company

Before scheduling delivery of your dumpster rental, do your homework. Look for a company that has good reviews. Get recommendations from friends and neighbors. You may need to call for pricing, as the exact cost of your roll-off dumpster rental may depend on transport times, when you need it delivered, and more. Be sure to ask about any additional fees so you know exactly what to expect. Some companies may offer a low-ball price, but then charge delivery fees, pickup fees, or charge extra for a Saturday delivery.

Related Reading: Dumpster Rental 101

Call Now to Schedule a Dumpster Rental

To set up your rental, call or text us at 443-286-3284. In most cases, we can deliver your roll-off dumpster the next day, but we recommend calling 1-2 days before you need it. You can keep the dumpster for up to 10 days, and you simply call us when you’re ready for us to pick it up.  We offer delivery and pickup Monday through Saturday.

If you’re not sure what size dumpster you need, if you tell us a bit about your project, we can make recommendations. We offer competitive dumpster rental prices to customers in Harford County and parts of Baltimore County.