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7-Hills Haul-Away & Junk Removal
7-Hills Haul-Away & Junk Removal is a local family-owned, licensed and insured business established in Lynchburg, VA. We proudly service residential and commercial customers offering comprehensive... more
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7-Hills Haul-Away & Junk Removal
7-Hills Haul-Away & Junk Removal is a local family-owned, licensed and insured business established in Lynchburg, VA. We proudly service residential and commercial customers offering comprehensive... more
First Piedmont
At First Piedmont, we personalize our services to cater to the customer’s need. We guarantee 24-hour response times to ensure your construction project’s... more
Clean Slate Roll Off Rentals
Clean Slate Roll-Off Rentals is a local, family-owned business proudly serving Central Virginia and surrounding Southern Virginia communities, including Pittsylvania County. We offer reliable, driveway-friendly... more
GFL Environmental - Lynchburg
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America, offering comprehensive solid and liquid waste management services. With strategically located operations... more
Yellow Bins
Yellow Bins provides professional, hassle-free roll-off dumpster rental services for homeowners and contractors throughout the greater Lynchburg area. Built by contractors, we prioritize efficient communication,... more
Southside Disposal
Southside Disposal is a family owned and operated residential and commercial waste removal business located in Halifax County, VA. We offer a wide array of... more
Construction Dumpster Tips for Long Island, VA
How much can I put in a construction dumpster?
Dense, heavy debris, like concrete or dirt, can weigh as much as 1 ton per cubic yard, and this weight adds up quickly. A 20 yard dumpster with a 4 ton weight limit would only allow for about 4 yards of heavy debris, which is not even a quarter of the way full in a 20 yard bin. To be sure the dumpster is not overfilled, always discuss with your dumpster rental provider the type and approximate amount of waste, junk, or debris you will be disposing of. They are the experts and can help ensure you don’t exceed the weight limit of the bin.
What size construction dumpster should I use?
The most common size construction dumpsters are 10 yard, 20 yard, 30 yard, and 40 yard containers. Sizes and availability vary from one company to the next, so check with multiple different companies to get the size you need. Some rental providers specialize in compact dumpsters designed specifically for residential use in a driveway (e.g., home renovations, remodeling projects, small cleanouts, and other small home projects).
Read on: Guide to Renting a Dumpster for Large Construction or Demolition Jobs