Durham is the fourth most populated city in the State of North Carolina. As it grows into the future, Discount Dumpster wants the Bull City to remain clean and tidy. Our dumpster rental services can help with that!
While we have dumpster options for a wide variety of home projects, we can also provide professional-grade containers for commercial jobs. No matter where in Durham County your jobsite is located, we can deliver your container quickly.
To learn more about Discount Dumpster and get a quote, contact us today!
DIY repairs — Room additions — Wall removal — Kitchen updates — Patio removal — Landscaping debris — Construction projects
If you only have a few items that you cannot put into your regular trash bins, then a junk hauling service might be a better option for you. A junk removal company can also take care of specialty items that can’t go in a dumpster, such as a refrigerator.
However, it’s more convenient to have a roll off bin while you’re working on your project. It’s cost-effective as well. You don’t have to worry about where to put your trash while you wait for a truck to arrive and remove it.
If your project is delayed, you don’t have to stress; we have flexible pickup times. You have 24/7 access to an on-site bin, so you can work at a pace that fits your schedule.
If you aren’t sure which option is right for you, contact Discount Dumpster for more information.
The cost is based on your location, the size of the dumpster you rent, and the weight of the debris you put in it.
We know that cost is a vital factor, and that’s why we pride ourselves on offering best-in-the-area pricing.
Simply put, the dump truck is weighed when it enters the dump site and when it leaves empty. The difference of those numbers equals the weight of your materials.
Call today to learn more about dumpster prices near you.
Depending on your city or county regulations, you may not need to apply for a permit in Durham if you have the dumpster placed in your driveway or on your property.
As such, home projects in Auburn, Walltown, Taylor Estates, Pine Valley, or other neighborhoods may not need a dumpster rental permit. If you're in a Durham neighborhood overseen by an HOA, make sure to check if there are rules about dumpster placement.
If your dumpster blocks a sidewalk or street, you will most likely have to obtain a right-of-way permit. It’s a good idea to check with the city or county officials.
You can contact us at 919-560-1200 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except on holidays.
Federal rules from the Environmental Protection Agency regulate what goes into a dumpster and then into the landfill. It’s essential to keep hazardous and prohibited materials out of your rental roll off bin.
Prohibited items include:
Mattresses can only be accepted for household junk removal. Box springs, however, can be taken in a construction and demolition dumpster. Any mattresses disposed of in a C&D container will add a $50 fee.
We have a blog on breaking down mattresses yourself for disposal, if needed.
For information about safely disposing of these items, please contact the Household Hazardous Waste Center at 919-560-4611. The office is located at 2115 E. Club Boulevard in Durham.
Recycling instructions depend on what your wall is made of. Drywall, paneling, plaster, and lath can go into your dumpster. You can also put exterior wall materials (concrete and brick) into your roll off bin. Some transfer stations and landfills do not accept railroad ties, so you should check local rules before putting these items into your dumpster.
Mercury is very heavy; the weight of two tablespoons of mercury is about one pound. It’s a very dangerous substance that requires special handling and disposal. Fluorescent bulbs also qualify as hazardous. If you have a broken thermometer or fluorescent bulbs to dispose of, check Durham's city website to find instructions and tips on how to capture and dispose of mercury.
Unfortunately, no. Food-related Styrofoam items (cups and to-go containers), packaging peanuts, and block Styrofoam do not qualify for recycling in NC.
Asphalt shingles are not considered hazardous material and can be recycled. The most common way of disposing of asphalt shingles is to rent a dumpster. Discount Dumpster can estimate the size of your roof via aerial photos. If you have more than one layer of shingles on your roof, be sure to let our team know so you get the best dumpster size for the weight you want to put in it. Remember, if you are renting a dumpster for this purpose, you may not put any other type of material in it; asphalt is a specialty load.
You can also donate old shingles or use them for other purposes. Place them on your garage floor or driveway to prevent oil stains, or use them as weed blockers in your yard or garden to prevent weeds from popping up.
When we talk about electronics, people automatically think of computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, scanners, modems, routers, and TVs. There are many items that fall into this category; basically, if an item plugs into a wall receptacle or a USB port, it’s considered an electronic. That would include the small appliances in your kitchen: toaster, toaster oven, blender, microwave, electric mixer, stick blender, food processor, coffee pots, and irons.
Don’t forget about power tools, battery-operated toys, cell phones, cameras, old telephones, video games and consoles, electric toothbrushes, water piks, electric shavers, trimmers, and clippers. All of these things are recyclable and should not go into the landfill.
