Affordable Dump Trailers and Hauling
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Dumpsters City
Dumpsters City is family owned and operated. We provide our customers with the highest quality of service. Whatever your waste service needs are, we can... more
Junk King Portland
Junk King Portland is a locally-owned and operated full-service junk hauler. We'll load up and haul away just about any type of junk or debris... more
Rockwood Solid Waste
Rockwood Solid Waste offers drop box rentals for homeowners, contractors and businesses. boxes are ideal for residential clean-ups, DIY projects, construction, roofing debris and more.... more
Portland Disposal and Recycling
Dating way back to 1936, Portland Disposal & Recycling has been the local choice in the Portland community. We offer 10, 15 , 20 , 30, and 40 yard drop boxes. Also available for... more
Interstate Drop Box
Interstate Drop Box is a small, family-owned business proudly providing high quality dumpster services to Clark County/Portland Metro and the surrounding areas since 2001. What... more
David Wacker Sanitation
Wacker Sanitary has been providing efficient and enviromentally friendly dumpster rental since 1990. We are a family owned and operated business that cares about our clients... more
Aloha Garbage Co Inc
Since 1941, Aloha Garbage Co. has been a family owned business providing reliable, affordable services to residential and commercial customers. If you live in the Unincorporated... more
West Slope Garbage Service
The knowledgeable and experienced team at West Slope Garbage Service have the right dumpster for the job, projects small or large. We strive for timely,... more
Rubbish Works
At Rubbish Works, we offer a variety of services to meet the needs of residents, business owners, and the like. We can provide on-demand labor,... more
Walker Garbage Service
Walker Garbage Service is committed to keeping our community clean and customers happy with our high-quality and budget-friendly dumpster rental services. Our roll-off containers can... more
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How can I estimate the volume of junk or debris I have?
It’s difficult to estimate the amount of junk or debris you’ll have for a particular project, such as a roofing job or household cleanout. Your best source of information in this case is your dumpster rental company. They have experience in dealing with a wide variety and quantities of waste and debris. They can help you choose the ideal container size with relatively precise accuracy. If you choose to estimate the amount of debris yourself, you can measure it and convert it to cubic yards. One cubic yard is equal to a 3 ft x 3 ft x 3 ft pile of debris. That’s about the volume of a standard kitchen stove. Estimating the weight of a load is extremely difficult, and so it’s best to consult your dumpster provider to determine if your load is likely under the weight allowance for a particular container size.
How many days is a dumpster rental period?
One week is a standard rental period, although it’s not uncommon to find some dumpster rental companies offering 14-day rentals included in the price. Some may even charge a daily fee for rental, which could end up being a better deal in cases where you only need the container on site for a day or two. If you need a dumpster for longer than the rental period, you can request it for longer and pay a “late fee” of typically $5 or $10 per day. Many rental companies cap the maximum length of the rental due to inventory issues. To have a debris box picked up prior to the end of the rental period, simply call the company and request a pick-up.