Q - How high can I load my dumpster?
A -All dumpsters are to be level loaded only. You can not load the dumpster any higher than the sides of the dumpster. You can not build up the sides with wood, etc. to accommodate more material. This is very unsafe and our delivery personal may off load the material and or leave the dumpster on site until you off load it.
Sunday, July 15, 2012
Q - What if it rains or snows? Will this effect my disposal weight?
A - While this is sometimes a concern for some customers, there are a few ways to deal with it. Most materials will not be affected by rain meaning it will not absorb water weight. Material such as drywall or plastic, etc. will absorb water and this of course may add weight to the disposal. The dumpsters themselves are not water tight and therefore can not hold liquid of any kind. Snow is also a concern for some customers and they choose to shovel off the snow before we come to remove the dumpster. When we arrive at a disposal/recycling facility, the truck and loaded dumpster are weighed on a drive on scale. After the truck dumps out the dumpster, it is then weighed again. The difference is of course what your material weighed. Wet or dry the weight is the weight. This we have no control over. If your material weighs more than you prepaid for the disposal allowance, you are then billed for the balance. The best advice we give to our customers is this... Prepare in advance if this is a concern and purchase a plastic tarp at your local hardware store. These tarps are very reasonably priced and keep your dumpster covered while you are working on your project. This is a simple and easy way to keep the weather out. There you go, problem solved.
A - While this is sometimes a concern for some customers, there are a few ways to deal with it. Most materials will not be affected by rain meaning it will not absorb water weight. Material such as drywall or plastic, etc. will absorb water and this of course may add weight to the disposal. The dumpsters themselves are not water tight and therefore can not hold liquid of any kind. Snow is also a concern for some customers and they choose to shovel off the snow before we come to remove the dumpster. When we arrive at a disposal/recycling facility, the truck and loaded dumpster are weighed on a drive on scale. After the truck dumps out the dumpster, it is then weighed again. The difference is of course what your material weighed. Wet or dry the weight is the weight. This we have no control over. If your material weighs more than you prepaid for the disposal allowance, you are then billed for the balance. The best advice we give to our customers is this... Prepare in advance if this is a concern and purchase a plastic tarp at your local hardware store. These tarps are very reasonably priced and keep your dumpster covered while you are working on your project. This is a simple and easy way to keep the weather out. There you go, problem solved.
Q - Where do I have my dumpster placed?
A - This you must plan for. Sometimes what is the best spot for you to load from is not necessarily the best place to place the dumpster. Example, if you are cleaning out the basement and your bulkhead is across the lawn in the back yard, it is not a good idea to try to have the dumpster delivered right next to the bulkhead is it involves the delivery truck driving across the lawn. The best place to drop the dumpster is on a hard level surface (compacted dirt area). Next best would usually be in the driveway.
Although some customers may insist on placing the dumpster in a compromising area, our delivery personal will always suggest what's best and safest. If we have to place the dumpster on the driveway or lawn we will recommend placing large wood planks under it for protection. We will not permit our vehicles to drive on any lawn surface. Waste Box, Inc.® will not accept any liability for damage done to property.
A - This you must plan for. Sometimes what is the best spot for you to load from is not necessarily the best place to place the dumpster. Example, if you are cleaning out the basement and your bulkhead is across the lawn in the back yard, it is not a good idea to try to have the dumpster delivered right next to the bulkhead is it involves the delivery truck driving across the lawn. The best place to drop the dumpster is on a hard level surface (compacted dirt area). Next best would usually be in the driveway.
Although some customers may insist on placing the dumpster in a compromising area, our delivery personal will always suggest what's best and safest. If we have to place the dumpster on the driveway or lawn we will recommend placing large wood planks under it for protection. We will not permit our vehicles to drive on any lawn surface. Waste Box, Inc.® will not accept any liability for damage done to property.
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