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
Affordable Dump Trailers and Hauling
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Sunset Garbage Collection Inc
Since 1919, Sunset Garbage Collection Inc. has been providing Clackamas and Multnomah Counties with comprehensive garbage and recycling services. They can assist in residential, commercial, and... more
Recology Portland
In Portland, OR, Recology Portland has been raising the bar when it comes to safe, responsible, and reliable waste disposal services. They’re able to... more
Spotless Dumpster Rental
At Spotless Dumpster Rental, our driveway residential dumpsters are perfect for home renovations, remodels, or small construction projects—small enough to fit comfortably in your... 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
Junk King Beaverton
Junk King Beaverton is a locally-owned and operated junk removal and light demolition company. We specialize in fast, affordable full-service junk hauling and light demolition... 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
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 Smart
Junk Smart Junk Removal is an eco-friendly, same day or next day junk removal company based in Portland, Oregon and operating in and the surrounding... more
Flannery's Drop Box Service
Since 1977, Flannery's Drop Box Service has provided the Portland, OR area with fast, affordable, and reliable dumpster rental services. Our roll-off containers come in a... more
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How can I lower my dumpster rental cost?
As with any purchase, informed shoppers get the best deal. That’s certainly the case when it comes to renting a dumpster for construction debris, roofing, concrete, or household junk.
- Rent local. When searching for a dumpster service, the majority of companies listed in search results are actually out-of-state brokers that don't actually own any dumpsters. The broker books the dumpster, takes some money off the top, and passes it on to a local hauler. You'll pay 10% more, at least, when booking through a broker. Large national haulers, like Waste Management, are usually A LOT more expensive than smaller, locally owned haulers. See our Waste Management Dumpster Rental Cost Comparison for more info.
- It's smart to contact two companies for quotes. This ensures you’re getting a fair price. Typically, prices are fairly close between locally owned dumpster services in the same area, but it's worthwhile to double check the market to make sure you're not overpaying.
- Avoid overweight fees. Avoid mixing in heavy debris (e.g., dirt, concrete, brick, etc.) into a general debris dumpster. For example, say you're loading a dumpster with household junk and you rented it with 2 tons of weight included. Mixing concrete into that dumpster may push the weight of the dumpster well over your limit, meaning you'll get hit with extra charges for the weight when it's weighed at the landfill.
- Understand the standard rental period and avoid late fees by calling and having the dumpster service pick up the container on or before the agreed-upon date.
- When on the fence about which bin size to choose, it's safer to book the larger one. The difference in price is minimal compared to the potential of having to rent an additional dumpster. See our helpful articles on 10 yard dumpsters and 20 yard dumpsters for additional help on selecting the right container size.
- Ask about recycling options, particularly for 'clean loads' of concrete, shingles, and some construction debris. In some areas, it's cheaper for the roll-off company to recycle a load rather than dump it at the landfill. They may pass these savings on to you.
Learn more: Guide to Getting the Best Dumpster Rental Pricing