Because concrete is so heavy, you'll need to be sure you rent a dumpster that can handle that weight.
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With a thorough understanding of your project, dumpster rental companies are experts at estimating the weight of your project's debris and recommending the ideal dumpster size.
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For reference: 1 cubic yard of concrete weighs approximately 4,000 lbs or 2 tons.
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A majority of concrete is poured 4-6 inches thick, so you can get a rough estimate of your concrete's dimensions and overall weight that way, too.
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Here are some examples of common concrete removal projects and the resulting debris...
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Single-car concrete driveway removal (40 ft L x 10 ft W x 4 in. D)
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5 cubic yards/10 tons
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20 yard or 30 yard
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Double-car concrete driveway removal (40 ft L x 20 ft W x 4 in. D)
However, if you clean load the concrete—which is often required by law to be recycled—you may get a discounted price, as recycling fees are lower than landfill fees.
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It's also worth noting that dumpster rental companies charge different fees for exceeding their weight allowance, so ensuring you choose the right dumpster size from the right company is imperative.
Renting a temporary roll-off dumpster is arguably the fastest, most affordable way to dispose of concrete. Typically, a 10 yard dumpster is big enough to dispose of concrete debris from a driveway, concrete paver patio, sidewalk, or foundation removal. Find local dumpsters with Hometown Dumpster Rental.
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When it’s time to clean out a part of your home or the entire house, hiring a junk removal company to handle the project is the most efficient solution.
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Junk removal companies handle all the heavy lifting and disposal involved with home cleanouts for you. Best of all, these professionals are usually able to complete the job within a day or less.
Junk removal rates vary from company to company, though many companies will quote prices based on the load volume, or how much space the junk takes up in the truck.
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It’s important to do your due diligence before accepting a price and hiring a company for the job. This is especially true if it’s a whole-home cleanout that can cost, at a minimum, hundreds of dollars if not thousands.
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To save on junk removal costs, we suggest getting junk removal quotes from at least three junk removal service providers before hiring one. We also recommend making pick-up as easy as possible for the junk removal workers in order to reduce their workload to save time and money.
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In this guide, we'll discuss average nationwide pricing for popular junk cleanout projects, like garage cleanouts, basement cleanouts, attic cleanouts, and property cleanouts.
Cleaning out a garage, shed, or small outbuilding is generally a fast job for an experienced junk removal company, typically taking less than half a workday to complete depending on the size of the garage and the amount of junk inside.
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The average cost to clean out a garage is $300-$1,000, but your project cost may vary.
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In order to get the best price and customer service, it's important to get multiple quotes when searching for junk removal services. Using Hometown's single quote request form, you can get up to 3 free quotes from garage cleanout services in your area to compare pricing, customer service, and availability.
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When you receive different estimates for junk removal services, including garage cleanout services, it's typically all-inclusive and includes the cost for picking up all materials, loading it onto their truck, and disposing of it properly. Junk removal companies recycle and donate as often as possible, which is another benefit of these types of services.
Cleaning out a basement can offer additional challenges compared to garage cleanouts due to accessibility. Having to walk up and down stairs, as well as sometimes having limited space to operate in, can increase the time needed to complete a full basement cleanout.
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So, in circumstances where the type and amount of junk is comparable, it will likely cost more to have a basement professionally cleaned out than it would to have a garage cleaned out.
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For a medium-sized basement cleanout, you can expect to pay between $300-$1,000, but the many variables of your particular project may make the cost more or less.
Similarly to basements, cleaning out an attic brings challenges for junk removal companies in terms of access and the labor required to finish the job.
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For example, having to climb a ladder into the attic and remove (sometimes large) items can pose a challenge for junk removal companies.
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The additional risks call for more cautious service, which can take more time and increase costs.
The cost for a professional estate cleanout can range in price quite significantly based on the size of the home and size/complexity of the project.
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The job may entail several truckloads and multiple workers to complete the job. Depending on the size of the project, multiple days may be required. The more junk you have the more time and manpower it takes, making the cost of your home cleanout increase with each additional hour or worker required.
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Factors that greatly increase home cleanout costs include:
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Average Cost of Estate Cleanouts: $500-$2,000+
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Average Cost of Hoarding Cleanups: $1,000-$2,000+ per day
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Whether you're in need of a garage cleanout, basement cleanout, attic, or whole home cleanout, junk removal services offer the fastest, most convenient solution. Hometown makes it easy to get free quotes from junk removal companies that service your zip code so that you can compare pricing, customer service, and availability. Choose the best company for your removal project and cut your research time in half by having reputable, licensed, and locally-owned companies reach out to you and earn your business.
Junk removal pricing varies based on multiple factors. Learn what popular home cleanout projects cost, including garages, attics, basements, and entire home cleanouts.
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In many states across the U.S., dumping yard waste in landfills is illegal.
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There are, however, many other ways to recycle and dispose of yard waste in a way that is not only beneficial to the environment, but free for homeowners, too.
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We'll go over the options for getting rid of yard waste for free, as well as convenient alternative services that will remove yard waste for a reasonable rate.
Composting is a great way to live a greener lifestyle and doesn't take too much work when you consider the long list of benefits it offers, like:
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Reducing impact on the environment and landfills
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Improving your soil
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Saving you money on soil, fertilizers, and yard waste disposal
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The main \"ingredients\" of a compost pile include water, oxygen, green material, and brown material.
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Green materials include grass clippings, weeds, plant trimmings, flowers, food scraps, and more.
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Brown materials include wood shavings, twigs, dead plants or leaves, coffee filters, cardboard, etc.
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A compost mixture should have significantly more brown waste than green waste, with the ideal rate being 2-3 parts brown material to 1 part green material.
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So when adding green yard waste to your compost pile, be sure to have plenty of brown material to add in with it.
\"Open burning\" is the burning of unwanted yard material, like wood, brush, grass, leaves, dead plants, and other green and brown material.
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Open burning your yard waste is not a recommended method for most people and is illegal in many areas due to air pollution and the risk of forest fires, but under the right circumstances, it can be an easy and free solution.
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Most areas that allow open burning for yard waste require that a permit be issued by local governing bodies, fire departments, or the DNR.
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The safest way to burn your yard waste is to do so during a windless day, and the colder the temperature is, the less risk typically involved.
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Cities and towns with large populations usually do not allow yard waste to be burned on your property, but if you live in a rural area with a lot of acreage, an approved burning bin with continuous monitoring of the burn pile can be a reasonable method to get rid of yard waste.
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It is imperative to do thorough research in your area regarding waste burning laws prior to attempting to do so. Failing to follow the law could result in fines, jail time, forest devastation, property damage, and serious bodily harm.
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Yard Waste Collection
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With more and more landfills across the country banning yard waste in landfills, many municipal weekly garbage collections are halting their yard waste pickup programs.
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That's why it's important to check with your specific garbage pickup provider to see if yard waste collection is a service they offer.
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If they do offer yard waste collection, there are several rules to follow, like:
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Yard waste must be placed in approved biodegradable bags, or specific carts must be purchased or rented.
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Yard waste must not be mixed in with other types of waste.
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Yard waste must only be at the curb on specified yard waste collection days.
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Only X amount of yard waste bags will be picked up per collection day, per household.
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Some collection services require special \"tags\" to be placed on your yard waste bags that must be purchased ahead of time, while other services may allow you to pay for the collection service after it's been completed.
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Getting the details from your specific waste collection service is important to avoid extra fines or fees, as well as ensuring that your bags of yard waste aren't left sitting at the end of your driveway.
While not a free option, renting a dumpster for yard waste offers speed, convenience, and great value for large landscaping projects.
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The best part about renting a dumpster for yard waste is that you can \"clean load\" your dumpster for a potentially lower price.
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Clean loading a dumpster is when you only load one specific type of debris into the dumpster, which in this case is yard waste.
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Not mixing in any other type of trash allows the yard waste to be taken to a facility that will recycle it into compost which can then be used for soil.
You can request multiple dumpster quotes from local providers so you can compare pricing, customer service, and container availability - all free of charge!
By entering your zip code and answering a few quick questions about your yard waste removal project, you'll be shown a list of qualified junk removal companies near you.
Read about different options available to get rid of yard waste for free, as well as other convenient services that will do so at a reasonable rate.
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How much do roll-off dumpsters cost?
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Rental costs for a 10 yard bin in some locations can be as low as $250 for a 7-day rental, while in other parts of the country rates run $450+ for the same size container.
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It all depends on where you live, weight of the debris, type of waste, and length of the rental period. Bigger dumpsters – such as 20, 30, and 40 yard boxes – cost more to rent.
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An important part of getting the best price on a roll-off dumpster is to check pricing at least two rental providers to make sure you’re getting fair market value. It’s a great bargaining tool as well.
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Other potential fees to know about includes:
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