Updated March 5, 2023
Part of tackling an interior demolition or renovation project is planning for the debris removal.
There are several options to dispose of interior demolition debris, and each option has its pros and cons.
The disposal method that is right for you depends on your budget and access to each respective service.
Look closely at each disposal method to determine the best option for your project.
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- Rent a Roll-off Container or Trailer Dumpster
- Use a Bag Dumpster
- DIY Debris Disposal
- Hire a Junk Removal Company
- Options to Avoid
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Rent a Dumpster
Dumpsters are particularly convenient and cost-effective for interior demolition projects.
A 10 yard dumpster can accommodate an average size demolition project, including:
- Bathroom renovations
- Kitchen renovations
- Flooring removals
- Whole house baseboard/trim removals
- Removal of walls
Larger interior demolition projects may require the use of a 20, 30, or 40 yard dumpster—or a combination of dumpsters—to complete the cleanup.
Some dumpster rental companies offer trailer dumpsters, which are driveway-safe alternatives to traditional roll-off containers. This may be a good option for residential use.
If you're in need of a dumpster for your interior demolition debris, we recommend getting 2-3 different quotes to compare pricing, availability, and quality of customer service.
Hometown makes it easy to find locally-owned dumpster providers in your area with our single quote request form.
Learn more:
- Requesting Dumpster Rental Quotes with Hometown
- You Just Requested a Dumpster Rental Quote...What to Expect Next
- How to Compare Quotes and Rent a Dumpster from the Right Company
Use a Bag-Style Dumpster
Bag-style dumpsters, such as Waste Management’s “Bagster”, have become increasingly popular in recent years.
These bag dumpsters come in various sizes but most are in the 3 cubic yard or less range.
For a full bathroom, kitchen, or other big interior demolition project, a bag dumpster is likely not going to accommodate the amount of debris generated.
For small demolition projects, such as flooring removal in one large room or two small rooms, a bag-style dumpster may work.
The cost of Bagster and similar bag dumpsters can be deceiving.
While the purchase of the bag dumpster seems affordable in the $50 range, that doesn't include pick-up!
These additional charges vary by location but will generally add another $100 to $200 to your bottom line.
Instead of investing $150+ for a 3 cubic yard bag dumpster, spend another $100 or so to rent a 10 yard dumpster—you get more loading capacity and less restrictions compared to bag dumpsters.
Renting a roll-off container from the start will save you some headaches.
Haul the Debris to the Landfill
This could be a viable option if you have access to a truck and/or trailer that can accommodate the volume of debris, and a construction & demolition (C&D) landfill is relatively close to your location.
Hauling the debris to the landfill yourself may seem like the most cost-efficient option initially, but that’s not always the case.
It’s important to factor in time spent driving, cost of gas, wear and tear on the vehicle and/or trailer, landfill hours of operation, dump fees, restricted items, and number of trips it will take to dispose of all the debris.
Keep reading:
- How Much It Costs to Dump at the Landfill (and Why It's Not Always the Best Option)
- Should I Rent a Dumpster or Take Junk to the Landfill Myself?
- The Easiest Ways to Manage Debris from DIY Projects
Hire a Junk Removal Company
One of the most convenient and quick ways to dispose of interior demolition debris is to hire a junk removal company to come clean it up for you.
This can save quite a bit of cleanup time depending on the project.
Junk removal fees generally start at around $100 for small junk pickups and go up from there.
For an interior bathroom demolition, for example, the cost to hire a junk removal company to clean up the debris will likely be $300 - $500+; it really just depends on your location and how much debris you have, as well as the type of debris.
The advantage of this option is the time-saving aspect.
Instead of spending hours cleaning up post-demo, you can work on other projects and leave the “mess” to the junk removal company.
It’s worth comparing the cost of junk removal vs dumpster rental when determining the best disposal option for your project.
Sometimes, it is very comparable.
When costs are similar, going with a junk removal service may be the better option.
Just like with dumpster rental services, Hometown makes it easy to find and compare local junk removal companies that service your area.
Get multiple quotes with our single quote request form to find the best service provider near you.
Read on:
- How to Request Junk Removal Quotes with Hometown
- You Just Requested a Junk Removal Quote...What to Expect Next
- How to Decide Which Junk Removal Quote Is Best
Disposal Options to Avoid
Never dispose of large amounts of demolition debris in your household trash bin.
This is not only bad for the environment, but it’s also prohibited in most locations around the country.
C&D debris must be brought to a facility that properly handles recycling or processing of this type of waste.
Any of the other disposal solutions above are acceptable for C&D disposal.
Please check with your current waste hauling company for details on their disposal policies.
