Clearing Out a Home? A Dumpster Rental Could Save You a Lot of Headache

Most people accumulate a lot of junk over their lifetime. Collecting things over the years isn’t just a characteristic of a hoarder; rather, most of us have basement or garage full of stuff that probably needs to go. Without periodically eliminating clutter, it can pose an enormous challenge when it comes time to move or clean out a loved ones’ estate. At some point in time, you’re likely to encounter a situation where you’ll need to dispose of a lot of stuff in a short period of time. These are instances when dumpster rentals can be of tremendous value.

If you’ve never rented a dumpster before, you might not know what to expect. You may not have even realized it’s an option. Renting a dumpster offers an easy way to collect and dispose of large quantities of junk and garbage. Whether it’s bagged trash or large pieces of furniture, a dumpster can handle it all. Besides scheduling pick-up and delivery, and tossing junk in the can, there isn’t much you need to do.

When renting a dumpster, a container will be placed in your driveway or on the street in-front of your home. You can load it up with waste and once you’re finished, your rental company will retrieve the dumpster and dispose of its contents in an environmentally responsible way. It’s as easy as that.

What Is The Most Common Dumpster Rental For Clearing Out A Home?

When it comes to dumpster rentals, size matters. A dumpster that is too small can lead to overfilling, additional trips, and extra charges. A dumpster that is too large can waste money and space. Most rental companies offer 10-yard, 20-yard, and 30-yard rentals. A 20-yard dumpster is the most popular option for clearing out a medium-sized home home as it tends be just the right size. However, if you have a small or large home or a massive amount of junk, you might opt for a smaller or larger can. Your dumpster rental company can help you decide on the right size.

A 20-yard dumpster is 20 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 4 feet tall. It’s basically the size of 7 or 8 pickup trucks, and it can hold about 110 to 130 bags of trash. It’s low enough to the ground that it’s easy to dispose of heavy items. You should be able to clear out a medium-sized home with a basement, attic, and closet full of junk with ease.

If your home is on the smaller side, a 10-yard dumpster offers the area of 3 to 4 pick-up trucks. 30-yard dumpsters are also available, which may be better suited for a large estate.

How A Dumpster Rental Saves You Time

Clearing out a house can produce a lot of waste. If you’re relying on your regular trash pick-up, be prepared to make dozens of trips out to the curb. Your regular trash service may not even take certain items such as large furniture. 

A dumpster rental allows you to streamline waste into a single, centralized location. This will not only save you time, but it will also help you to keep the floor clear and safe. Clutter everywhere is a major tripping hazard.

As soon as you’re done with your clean-out, your contractor will return to pick-up the container and dispose of it in a landfill or recycling center — you won’t have to do a thing! You can also keep your dumpster for an extended period of time, so you won’t have to rush to complete your clean-out. You can work at your own pace.

If you have items that pose an environmental hazard (electronics, paints, batteries), just let your dumpster rental company know. They’ll offer guidance on how to package them-up, and will ensure they’re properly disposed of.

Whether you’re planning to move or you recently lost a loved one — both are highly stressful events that may result in the need to quickly declutter. Unfortunately, eliminating large amounts of junk can take days or weeks. You can count on a dumpster rental to expedite the process.

If you think a dumpster would help support your Central Florida home clean-out project, call the team at CFB Outdoors today. We’re Central Florida’s leading dumpster rental company. We offer 10-yard, 20-yard, and 30-yard rentals, competitive pricing, and unbeatable customer service. You can count on us to make the rental process as easy as possible.