• Why Choose a Dumpster Rental?
  • A Dumpster is Cost-Effective
  • Dumpsters Allow for Flexibility
  • There Aren’t Any Hidden Items
  • Dumpsters Can Fit More Debris
  • Dumpsters Are Easy to Quote
• How to Find the Cheapest Dumpster Near You
  • 1. Hire Directly from a Smaller, Local Company
  • 2. Shop Around
  • 3. Return the Dumpster ASAP
  • 4. Split Costs with a Neighbor
  • 5. Don’t Overweight the Dumpster

Do you have a bunch of unwanted junk lying around? How about yard waste you’re trying to get rid of? A DIY construction project on the rise? Undergoing commercial spring cleaning?

If you said ‘yes’ to any of the above, then you are probably on the hunt for a dumpster rental. While there are plenty of waste removal options available, dumpsters are the best way to get rid of household waste, unwanted junk, and construction debris.

(And no, we’re not just saying that…)

Of course, renting a roll-off dumpster for your project shouldn’t have to break the bank. Here at Discount Dumpster, we offer dumpster rentals that are designed to suit your budget. As waste removal experts, our team is going to explain how to find the cheapest dumpster in your area in today’s blog post.

Keep reading to find the cheapest dumpster near you!

Are you caught deciding between renting a roll-off dumpster container and hiring a junk removal company? As waste removal experts, we can attest that renting a dumpster is going to be the better option for several reasons:

Usually, junk removal companies charge a flat fee for their services. (Smaller jobs run from $50 to $150 and larger jobs run from $130 to $360.) This makes sense for smaller or specialty items, like removing a single refrigerator.

However, if you have a lot of waste to remove, this quickly starts to add up. Renting a dumpster that is designed for your project is the most cost-effective solution.

Don’t you want to be able to oversee your own project? Renting a roll-off dumpster gives you the flexibility and freedom to work at your own pace, on your own timeline, and on your own terms.

Larger projects take time, and you must consider unexpected factors like the weather, contractors, etc. Once you schedule a date with a junk removal company, it can be tough (or costly) to reschedule.

Discount Dumpster offers a two-week rental period, so you have plenty of time to account for unexpected circumstances. If you need additional time, you can also browse one of our more flexible rental options.

How much of a drag would it be to hire a junk removal company, have them come down, and then find hidden waste after they’ve left? To get rid of it, you will have to pay them to come back a second time. If you rent a roll-off dumpster, it remains with you on-site. Therefore, it is ready and available to fill with any hidden or last-minute items.

When you hire a junk removal company, your time is generally limited. If they can’t haul all your waste in that allotted time, then you will have to pay them to work overtime or come back another day.

Additionally, junk removal companies use large trucks to haul everything away. However, most of the time the trucks aren’t able to physically hold as much debris as a roll-off container.

Here at Discount Dumpster, we use a flat-rate pricing model that is based on a container’s size, weight, and location. Therefore, we are able to offer customers an exact quote that includes all additional fees and taxes. While junk removal companies also offer a flat-rate fee, it can be harder to quote, as they don’t know the true scope of the project until they arrive at the site. 

Note: Junk removal companies have prices ranging between $70 to $570, and most homeowners can expect to pay between $150 and $350. (This is roughly $1.50 per cubic foot.)

Stop scrolling through endless dumpster rental prices. Our team is revealing how to find the cheapest dumpster rentals near you:

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Get pricing from companies like Discount Dumpster because we can shop your entire market and can typically get you the lowest price in your area.

While you might be tempted to dial up the big-name agency that picks up your trash each week, local companies can usually offer better dumpster rental prices.

Why is that? Well, the larger the company, the higher the average cost of their dumpster rentals. Therefore, the cheapest dumpster rentals come from small, local companies or a company that has smaller, local branches.

There is no harm in researching the cost to rent a dumpster from several different companies. In fact, it could save you hundreds of dollars. Try and get quotes from at least three different companies, and then select the company whose quote best suits your budget.

Some dumpster companies will discount long-term rentals. However, if you’re renting during the busier season (aka spring), then the company might be willing to give you a discount (because container stock runs lower). You can also ask the company if they would be willing to accept a lower rate for returning the container ahead of schedule.

If you and your neighbor are both undergoing construction projects, why not split the cost of your yard dumpster? If your neighbor or friend only needs a small portion of the dumpster, you could offer to pay the larger amount. That way, you’re still saving a buck or two.

Most dumpster companies will charge overage fees if you exceed the container’s weight limit. Therefore, make sure you rent a dumpster whose weight allotment aligns with your project’s needs. For reference, Discount Dumpster usually prorates overweight dumpsters $75 per ton, although the exact amount varies depending on the transfer station.