Do you have trash you need to get rid of? Sometimes, disposing of your unwanted items can be a tall order. Whether you have heavy items you struggle to lift on your own or a large amount of trash that is time-consuming to move, getting rid of what you no longer need or have space for can be difficult if you lack the ability, time, or tools to do it effectively.
For most people, the two top choices are hiring a junk removal service or renting a dumpster. Each option has unique benefits, costs, and logistical considerations. Understanding how junk removal companies and dumpster rentals operate ensures you make the right choice for your project, saving time, effort, and stress.
This article explains the differences between these services, highlights scenarios when one might be better than the other, and provides tips to streamline your cleanup efficiently.
Option 1: Renting a Dumpster & How It Works
Dumpster rental often seems like the easiest method of removing trash. The dumpster sits in your driveway or parking lot, and you add trash to it as needed. However, many people quickly discover that renting a dumpster can be hard work:
- All trash hauling is your responsibility.
- You must abide by rules such as how much you can add to the dumpster before it needs to be hauled away and any community restrictions regarding duration and location of a dumpster.
- If you overfill the dumpster or add items that are not permitted, even by accident, you could be required to remove everything from the dumpster and start over.
- When your dumpster is full, you will need to call for pickup. This can take several days, depending on the provider’s schedule. Until then, you will not be able to dispose of anything else and also run the risk of attracting unwanted pests.
- When the removal service arrives, you might find that the process is more expensive than you expected due to fees based on weight.
Option 2: How Can a Junk Removal Company Help?
Junk removal, by contrast, is a service that takes the work off your plate entirely. These professionals will arrive at your home or business ready to haul your junk at the appointed time without leaving a dumpster on your doorstep.
When you dispose of trash yourself in a dumpster, you do not have the option to separate recyclable materials. However, junk removal services can help you with donating furniture and other items so more people can reuse them.
Some of the top reasons people choose junk removal companies include:
- Environmental concerns: Did you know that some sources estimate that as much as 75% of a household’s junk could actually be recycled?
- Convenience: With a dumpster rental, you will need to wait for dumpster arrival/pickup, and all trash hauling is your responsibility. With a junk removal company, the team hauls your trash, whether it is bagged on the doorstep or located downstairs in the basement. Some companies even provide all the labor AND clean up.
- Speed: Dumpster rentals can take days to drop off and pick up. Junk removal services, on the other hand, can arrive quickly, often on the same day. They load your materials which will be gone along with the team when they leave, allowing you to move on to more important tasks.
- Regulatory Compliance: Some jurisdictions and HOAs have rules about what you can and cannot put in a dumpster, which items are too big for regular trash pickup, and how certain materials need to be disposed of in specific ways or locations. A junk removal company holds the responsibility of following the rules of disposal.
FAQs:
What types of materials cannot be disposed of at the curb?
Various policies apply, but in general, items such as microwaves that have dangerous internal components require special disposal. This is also true of any item that may cause harm to people or property, such as biohazards, or oils and paints.
What does a junk removal company do with the collected items?
A junk removal company can help you donate your items. If they are not eligible for donation, they may be recycled so that their materials can be reused, reducing landfill waste.
Schedule Now To Get Rid Of Your Junk The Right Way
If you need to dispose of unwanted items, large or small, a junk removal company is a simple and effective way to go. At 123JUNK, our mission is to Donate – Recycle – Dispose™, which means loading the truck with care ourselves and processing trash in an environmentally friendly way. The team at 123JUNK takes the difficulty out of your hands so you can focus on more important tasks.
Contact us today to schedule a pickup, and we will show you just how easy garbage disposal can be when you trust the right team.
