When you’re ready to get rid of some of your junk and trash, you’ll likely be looking for the best way to get rid of all the old, unwanted items that you no longer need. There are two main options when it comes to disposing of excess items, and these are dumpster rentals and conventional junk removal services. Both have their advantages and disadvantages; this article will help you decide which one is right for you.
The Basic Differences Between Dumpster Rental and Traditional Junk Removal
Dumpsters and junk removal services both remove trash from your home, but they do so in different ways, and cost you money differently. The major differences between dumpster rental and traditional junk removal are these: Dumpsters are rented on a per-dump basis and calculate costs based on weight and material, while most junk removal companies calculate costs based on hourly rates (with an hour minimum), weight, and many junk removal companies also charge by volume or by room size. A general rule of thumb is that dumpsters cost less per pound than most traditional junk removal services and require no hourly compensation to a crew of workers.
If You Live in a Smaller Space
If your home or business is in need of a cleanout, don’t think twice about renting a dumpster. However, if you live in an apartment complex or condo, a junk removal service will keep everything neat and tidy while they work on disposing of trash and loading it onto their truck—and will even haul it away from there! By investing in their services, you can spend less time worrying about excessive clutter and more time focusing on getting things done around your place.
Why Use a Dumpster Rental Instead of Conventional Junk Removal
It may be tempting to go with a traditional junk removal service to get rid of your stuff. It sounds easy enough, after all. All you do is call and make an appointment, then you show up when they tell you to and offload your old junk onto them. From there, they take it away somewhere so that it’s no longer cluttering up your space—and you don’t have to worry about a thing! There are three main reasons why we believe a dumpster rental could be right for you instead of conventional junk removal services: Money, hassle factor, and liability. Let’s look at each one in turn.
1) Money
While some junk removal companies will offer flat rates for their services, others charge by volume. This can lead to sticker shock if you didn’t realize how much stuff you actually had (or how big it was) until they showed up and started loading it into their truck. If you rent a dumpster first, however, all of that will be taken care of before anything even shows up on your doorstep. Another cost to consider is compensation for the crew’s time when you hire a junk removal company. That’s a lot to think about as costs add up very quickly.
2) Hassle Factor
The whole point of using a company like ours is convenience—so that you can spend less time dealing with unwanted clutter and more time enjoying yourself or focusing on other things that matter to you! With a dumpster rental, you can simply load up what you want to get rid of and then sit back while we haul it away. Another benefit is that you will be able to fill the dumpster as you progress your project as opposed to having to distinguish between good items and bad in a very short time frame. If you’re looking for an alternative to conventional junk removal services, then a dumpster rental might just be right for you.
3) Liability
When you have a team of people working on your property, it goes without saying that there is more liability involved. It’s best to request a certificate of insurance before hiring a junk removal company. If one of their employees gets injured while working on your property, you may be held liable for medical bills and lost wages. A junk removal service with workers’ compensation coverage can help protect you from these expenses. With a dumpster rental, the same risk is not involved.