If you're cleaning out your junk rooms to reclaim space in your house, and you need to get rid of a lot of debris, the best solution might be to call a local dumpster rental company and have a dumpster delivered to your property. A dumpster makes it easy to dispose of all kinds of debris and junk. You'll save making multiple trips to the landfill with your car or van, and you can have all the clutter cleared out much faster. Here's what to be aware of when renting a dumpster.

City Codes And HOA Regulations May Apply

Your HOA or local city codes may regulate how long you can keep a dumpster in your driveway. The limit is probably beyond what you will need, but it's a good idea to check. You may also want to check codes related to placement for the dumpsters. You probably won't be allowed to park the dumpster in the street. The dumpster rental company can also help you stay in compliance with local codes.

The Dumpster Rental Company May Have Rules Too

You'll also want to understand the rules of using a rented dumpster. There may be a limit to the amount of weight that goes in the dumpster and a limit on how high you can stack the junk inside. There will probably be rules too about prohibited items such as gasoline and paint. You may not be permitted to put food in a dumpster or mix in construction debris with household junk. A local dumpster rental company has to comply with landfill regulations, and they pass those regulations along to you. You can rent a dumpster for yard debris, but you may not be allowed to mix it with household clutter since yard debris may go to a separate location for processing.

The Cost For Renting A Dumpster Varies

You may find your local dumpster rental company has the best rates for getting rid of junk when compared with other junk removal methods. If you have a tight budget, you may not want to spend a lot of money on a dumpster, so you'll have some decisions to make.

The size of the dumpster is important to think about since a bigger dumpster costs more. You might set aside things that will fit in your trash pickup can and dispose of them in the can over time. You might call a metal recycler to pick up metal bed frames and other furniture for free. This could reduce the amount of junk that needs to go into a dumpster so you can rent a small dumpster and still have plenty of room.

The length of the rental period impacts the cost too. You may want a weekend dumpster if you work fast and don't have a lot of sorting to do. If you need to keep the dumpster for longer, compare long-term costs since the daily rate should drop the longer you keep the dumpster. 

For more info about local dumpster rentals, contact a local company.