If you plan on remodeling your home or doing some landscape work, a dumpster bin rental provides the most efficient solution for disposing all the waste safely and effectively. However, the problem is that people often forget that these dumpsters are large metal objects that need to be handled properly to avoid ruining your landscape. As hard as your concrete or asphalt driveway may be, it will likely suffer damage if you place the dumpster bin rental directly on it. Follow these useful tips from Mr. Waste to ensure your driveway remains protected.
Place Plywood or Boards Over the Driveway
Consider placing down some pieces of wood or plywood on the surface of the driveway where the dumpster bin will be positioned, as well as anywhere the delivery truck or other heavy equipment will be operating. This will prevent parts of the dumpster and the construction equipment from sinking into the ground and leaving stains, unwanted grooves, and compacted zones.
Don’t Overfill the Bin
You’d be surprised at how fast construction and landscaping waste can fill the dumpster bin and weigh down. If you continue to add more debris passed the bin’s limits and without considering the weight, it can lead to damaging your driveway or landscape. You can avoid this by knowing the weight limitations of your dumpster bin rental and sticking to the filling recommendations. Don’t be stressed if you need to schedule additional pick-ups, remember that they will likely be cheaper and more convenient than repairing a damaged driveway later.
Distribute the Weight Evenly
For those choosing to use roller dumpster bins, its important to know that most of the weight will be concentrated on the wheels. This is not a concern if you are working on a quick project, but if you intend for the dumpster to remain on the site for an extended period of time, especially in hot weather, then it’s likely to create imprints or dents on the asphalt. Therefore, we recommend placing wide boards beneath the wheels in order to distribute the weight over a larger area and minimize compact.
Be Aware of Leaks
Liquid wastes or food waste leave you with the risk of leakage, which can stain the driveway. It’s important to inspect the dumpster bin carefully prior to rental for any points of weakness such as rust, corrosion, or gaps, and request a dumpster replacement if you are not satisfied with what you see. Alternatively, you could place a tarp beneath the dumpster placement. Remember, even if you have no waste liquids, some materials can still seep and leave stains if it rains.
If you have a job at hand, contact Mr. Waste today to rent a dumpster bin and get it done effectively and efficiently. We will assist you with choosing the right dumpster bin and by making recommendations based on your project in order to help reduce the chances of driveway damage.