Should I Rent a Dumpster or Take Trash to the Dump Myself?

You might have a lot of trash and recyclable items you want to remove from your property after a big renovation project or cleanout. There are two main options to work with. You can either rent a Garbage or Recycling Bin or haul the trash to the dump yourself. If you’re trying to decide which option to go with, read through these factors to help you make the smartest decision.

How Much Trash Do You Need to Haul?

Depending on the amount of debris you’d like to throw out, you might not have access to a vehicle that can support the weight and size of it. This is where a dumpster bin might come in handy for you since dumpster bin rental services offer multiple sizes to accommodate different types of loads and their demands.

Even if you do have a vehicle made for hauling heavy weight, like a half-ton pickup truck per se, it may not fit all the waste you have. This leads to you making extra trips, spending an ample amount of time and additional fuel expenses. For instance, the weight and volume of what you could fit in two truck loads could likely fit in just a single 4-yard dumpster. Other comparable sizes are:

6-yard dumpster = three pickup trucks

10-yard dumpster = five pickup trucks

15-yard dumpster = seven pickup trucks

20-yard dumpster = ten pickup trucks

40-yard dumpster = twenty pickup trucks

Unlike pickup trucks, dumpster bins give you the option of space and simplicity before you even get started. It’s hassle-free, cost-efficient and the best part – you don’t have to travel anywhere. Pick-up trucks might only be a good option if you have a small load to dump, but even then most municipalities in Canada can take that small load off your curb on their garbage days!

The choice is clear. A dumpster bin that’s delivered and picked up to and from your property is your best bet.