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Cleaner Space Debris Removal & Property Services LLC

West Des Moines, IA

Cleaner Space Debris Removal is the local company to count on for quality dumpster rental and hauling services. When you hire us, you can expect... more

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Cedar Valley Dumpster

Montezuma, IA

Cedar Valley Dumpster offers is a customer-orientated dumpster rental company proudly serving contractors and homeowners throughout NE Iowa. We strive to provide the customer fast,... more

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Dodd's Trash Hauling and Recylcing, Inc.

Des Moines, IA

Dodd’s is a family owned trash hauling business proudly offering residential, commercial and roll-off services to customers in Central Iowa since 1967. Our company supports... more

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Construction Dumpster Tips for Montezuma, IA

How much can I put in a construction dumpster?

The average weight allowance for 20 yard dumpsters is 4 tons (8,000 lbs). Some rental providers may offer a lower or higher weight allowance, so make sure you reach out to multiple dumpster providers and compare costs and weight allowances. Here are some examples of what people across the country have paid for a 20 yard (including weight limits, rental costs, and fees).

 

Location Rental Cost Weight Allowance Overage Charges
South Bend, IN $360 4 tons $115 per ton
Orlando, FL $320 3 tons $45 per ton
Las Vegas, NV $395 8 tons $40 per ton
Minneapolis, MN $365 2 tons $75 per ton

 

Construction dumpsters should not be filled over the top, and you should pay close attention to each company's weight limits. With heavy debris, it’s important to keep the load height within the range specified by the dumpster rental company. This could be one-quarter of the way up, or even less in some cases.

Learn more: A Contractor’s Guide to Renting a Dumpster for Large Demolition and Construction Jobs