Starting a home renovation or remodeling project can be an incredibly exciting time in homeowners’ lives. However, there is a lot of preparation involved in beginning these projects, including finding an adequate rental dumpster to dispose of any accompanying debris. You may find yourself asking many questions as your home project beginnings, including which rental dumpster size is best for you. 

At Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets, we want homeowners to go into their home renovation projects as prepared as possible. To feel the most prepared, we have answered some of your most frequently asked questions about rental dumpster size and how to pick the best dumpster for you. 

What Rental Dumpster Size Is Available?

When you prepare to start a home remodel or renovation project, you might not know much about the rental dumpster industry, including what rental dumpster size is available. There are many different rental dumpster sizes available to homeowners, ranging from 10- to 40-yards. The most common rental dumpster sizes are 15-, 20-, and 30-yard dumpsters. 

How Much Fits In Each Rental Dumpster?

We have briefly discussed how much can fit in a 20-yard rental dumpster before, which you can read about here. However, there are a few simple guidelines you should know when choosing the right rental dumpster size. At Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets, we offer three different rental dumpster sizes. The amount of debris that can fit in each of these rental dumpsters is:

• 15-yard dumpster: A 15-yard rental dumpster is about 12 feet long by 8 feet wide by 5 feet tall. These dumpsters can fit approximately 80 to 100 garbage bags or about 1,500 pounds of waste.
• 20-yard dumpster: While a 20-yard dumpster is only 5 yards bigger than a 15-yard dumpster, it can fit substantially more. These dumpsters can fit approximately 110 to 130 garbage bags. 
• 30-yard dumpster: The biggest rental dumpster size we provide is the 30-yard dumpster. These dumpsters can fit approximately 170 to 190 garbage bags or about 3,000 pounds of waste. 

What Factors Should You Consider? 

There are several factors that you should consider when choosing a rental dumpster size. First, you should determine whether there is waste that cannot be disposed of in a rental dumpster and instead requires special disposal. Your local waste management company should be able to answer any questions you have. 

If you don’t take this waste into consideration, you may rent a dumpster that is much larger than you need, or be charged for this special disposal after the rental period is over. You should also consider the materials going into the dumpster. Some dumpster rental companies have a weight limit with each dumpster. If you don’t have a great deal of debris, but it is heavy, you may need a larger dumpster to accommodate this weight. 

Another factor you need to consider when you choose your rental dumpster size that you might not realize has an impact on your perfect dumpster is where it will be located. If your dumpster is going in your driveway, you might not have the room to fit a larger dumpster. It is best to measure this space prior to rental so you aren’t caught off guard when it doesn’t fit properly. 

Our Recommendations

When starting your project, it may be difficult to choose an adequate rental dumpster size. If you are feeling a bit unsure about what size you should choose from, you should consider relying on the advice of professionals. Our professionals at Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets recommend the following sizes for each home project: 

• Home remodel: During a home remodeling project, it is best to rent a 30-yard dumpster. This larger size ensures that the dumpster is large enough to accommodate a great deal of debris, and it is tall enough to prevent debris from poking out. 
• Bathroom remodel: Unlike a home remodeling project, many bathroom remodeling projects will only require a 15-yard dumpster. However, if it is a larger bathroom, a 20-yard rental dumpster may be a better option for your project. 
• Kitchen remodel: Your kitchen remodel may include a great deal of heavier materials. If you are ripping out old cabinetry, countertops, and appliances, it is best to choose a 30-yard rental dumpster.
• Home cleanout: When performing a home cleanout, your rental dumpster size will depend on the size of the home. For many smaller homes, a 20-yard dumpster is best. However, larger homes or homes with more garbage may require a 30-yard dumpster. 
• Landscaping project: Your landscaping project isn’t likely to contribute to a great deal of debris. If you are about to start your landscaping project, you will likely only require a 15-yard dumpster. 
• Roofing project: You might not realize how much room is required for debris created during a roofing project. However, during your roofing project, you will likely need a 20-yard dumpster to accommodate this heavy debris. 

What To Do If Your Rental Dumpster Isn’t Big Enough

When you are beginning a home improvement project, it is essential that you choose the correct rental dumpster size. Renting a dumpster that is too small may require you to rent a second dumpster. Unfortunately, choosing a rental dumpster size that is too small will cost you more money. It is important to determine if your dumpster rental company requires an additional payment if you dispose of more waste than the dumpster can accommodate, as it may play a factor in which rental dumpster size you choose. 

It is best to choose a dumpster that you believe may be too big for your project. Not only will this save you money should you have more debris than you expect, but it will also save you time. You won’t have to wait for the dumpster to be delivered to your home. When in doubt, always choose the larger dumpster to avoid this problem. 

Finding Your Perfect Rental Dumpster Size With Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets

When renting a dumpster for your home improvement project, you should look for a company that offers a variety of dumpster sizes to ensure they have the perfect options for you. At Canyon View Dumpster & Toilets, our team offers 15-, 20-, and 30-yard dumpsters for every home project. Our team can help you choose the perfect rental dumpster size for your project if you are still uncertain.

In addition to our dumpster rental project, we provide rental toilets, hand wash stations, and recycling dumpsters. If you are interested in renting a dumpster from Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets or would like to speak to a member of our team about the other services we provide, contact us today. 

Whether you’re spring cleaning or just going through old belongings to make room for new ones, it is important to know what should and shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster. Not every item is created equal, and some require special disposal. But what items shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster, and how do you properly dispose of them?

Our team at Canyon View Dumpster & Trash has compiled a list of the most common items that shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster so you don’t unintentionally receive fines for improper disposal. 

Some Items Shouldn’t Go In A Rental Dumpster?

It may seem strange, but there are definitely several items that shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster. While common household waste is fine, some items are contaminated and considered hazardous to the environment if disposed of improperly. Many of these contaminated items come with a hefty fine if thrown into a standard or rental dumpster, and it is important to know what needs special disposal to avoid these penalties.

1. Electronic Devices

When you upgrade to a new electronic device, you may think that throwing it in a dumpster is the easiest way to rid yourself of it, but that is not the case. If the device is broken and cannot be donated, it shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster either. Electronic devices have toxic compounds in them, including mercury, lead, or cadmium, which leach into local soil and water sources if they sit in landfills or are incinerated. If you want to get rid of old, broken electronic devices, look for a local recycling center that will accept them. 

2. Oil, Gas, Or Propane Tanks

In the same way that you wouldn’t want to keep flammable materials in the garbage can in your home, old oil, gas, or rusty propane tanks shouldn’t go in your rental dumpster. These items are incredibly unsafe in your garbage can and landfills, so you should go through appropriate channels to dispose of them. You should call your local hazardous waste organization to determine how to rid yourself of these items. If you’re looking for easy disposal of oil, give your local auto shop a call. They may take it off your hands to ensure it’s properly disposed of. 

3. Old Tires

While throwing old tires in your dumpster seems like an easy way to dispose of them, they can’t get thrown in a rental dumpster. Old car tires contain steel belts and can pierce trash liners. This piercing may lead to ground contamination. If you have recently changed your car tires and are looking to dispose of them, you should take these tires to a specialized tire recycling center. While you may have to pay a fee for disposal, the fine for improper disposal may be much steeper and certainly isn’t worth the risk. 

4. Car Batteries

Smaller alkaline batteries can be thrown in a rental dumpster. However, larger car batteries shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster. Car batteries contain acid and lead and cannot be disposed of through dumpsters because they pose environmental risks to humans and animals. If you have a battery that requires disposal, it is best to call your local auto shop. Thankfully, some auto shops will require a swap when purchasing a new car battery and will only sell one to you if you hand over the old one, which should make disposal easy for you. 

5. Asbestos Materials 

If your home was built before the 1980s, there is a chance that asbestos is present. If you’ve done renovations but still haven’t disposed of asbestos waste, it shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster. Your local landfills may accept asbestos waste, though you do need to call them to confirm this, and you will need to deliver it yourself. Another option is getting ahold of professional asbestos removal companies to remove it from your home properly.

6. Medical Waste

You may not even realize how much medical waste is in your home until you’re trying to dispose of it. Common household medical waste includes insulin needles, sharps, and blood-soaked tissues. If you find yourself with a collection of these items, they shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster loosely. You may have a sharps container, which can hold these needles and other medical waste. To dispose of this container in Utah, once it is three-quarters full, it should be duct-taped shut, labeled do not recycle, and placed in the household trash. If your garbage collector is reluctant to take it, get in contact with your state waste agency. 

7. Old Appliances

Old appliances, like refrigerators, microwaves, and toaster ovens, contain electronic components that are hazardous when improperly disposed of. Especially as devices become more modern and include screens or additional batteries, the disposal becomes harder to do, and they shouldn’t go in a rental dumpster. If you have old appliances that need to be disposed of, you may be able to contact your local utility company. They should have more instructions on how to dispose of these items according to your state regulations properly. If the device is still in working condition, you may want to donate it to your local salvation army, who should come to pick it up as well. 

Getting A Rental Dumpster With Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets

If you are looking for a rental dumpster, you should work with a company that has as many options as possible for your unique needs. At Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets, we offer recycling dumpsters and 15-, 20-, and 30-yard dumpsters for every project. If you are interested in renting a dumpster for your home construction or clean-up project, reach out to us today.

Anyone who has ever moved houses can tell you just how much you accumulate throughout the years. From knick-knacks to old clothing, these belongings take up so much of our space, and we don’t even realize it. But, as you prepare to move, you have to consider whether these are items you want to take with you. 

If you are preparing to move house, you may want to consider renting a dumpster to begin clearing out old, broken, or unused items to make room for a fresh start in your new space. The benefits of renting a dumpster before your move don’t end there. Our team at Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets has created a list of reasons we recommend renting a dumpster when preparing for a move. 

1. It Helps You Declutter

As we’ve mentioned, when you live in a home for years, you can accumulate more belongings than you ever realized. It isn’t until you have to pack these belongings into boxes that you may learn how much you have. Whether these items have gone unused or you don’t have room for them in your new home, renting a dumpster is a great way to declutter your space and prepare for a move.

Having a large dumpster ready to dispose of your old belongings allows you to let go of more than you might with your home’s standard dumpster. If you have an especially hard time letting go, a large rented dumpster may be enough to motivate you to let go of the things that you are no longer using.

2. Prepare For Selling 

If you are preparing to move, you may also find yourself showing your current home to prospective buyers. Many real estate professionals recommend showing your home when it is clean and empty of too many personal belongings, as this helps prospective buyers imagine themselves in your home.

By renting a dumpster, you can quickly remove items from your home that you don’t plan to bring with you and clean your space for showings. This fresh slate is appealing to homebuyers and allows them to visualize themselves and their family in the space fully. If you are preparing to move and want to show your home as soon as possible, renting a dumpster is a great way to prepare for that.  

3. Have A Chance Clear Your Yard

You might not even think about your yard when preparing to move. But, if you have children or pets, you know just how much you keep in your yard. Sometimes children grow out of old backyard toys, and they remain in place for several years; Sometimes, you decide before a move that these items shouldn’t follow you to your new home.  

In addition to toys in your yard, debris blown in from storms can clutter the space. If you are preparing to move, you may want to clean up the debris before new tenants move into your old home. Renting a dumpster allows you the opportunity to clear your yard of any of these old toys, broken furniture, or storm debris.

4. Makes Room For Renovations

When preparing to move, you may begin renovating your current space to increase its appeal to buyers. But renovations can quickly overwhelm and dirty a space. Some projects create way more debris than you may realize. When adding in the chaos of packing your belongings, your space can quickly become too messy for you to comfortably handle. 

By renting a dumpster, you have somewhere to throw away any construction debris, keeping your space clean while you navigate the renovation process. Having a large dumpster available means the mess from your renovation, including hazardous construction waste, won’t pile up until it can be adequately removed from your space. You can focus your time and energy on packing your things and preparing to move, and alleviate any additional stress the renovation is creating.  

Preparing To Move By Renting A Dumpster

There is a lot on your plate during a move, but having the space to throw out old or broken items shouldn’t be on that list. If you are preparing to move, you should consider renting a dumpster from a company that offers a variety of sizes and upfront pricing. At Canyon View Dumpsters & Toilets, we offer three different rental dumpster options, including 15-, 20-, and 30-yard dumpsters, which make cleaning before a move a much easier process. If you are preparing to move and would like to rent a dumpster, reach out to our team today or call us to get a free quote.