Whether you’re cleaning out the garage after years of neglect or about to embark on a kitchen renovation, renting a dumpster is a convenient way to get rid of a large amount of trash. If you’ve never rented a dumpster before, there are a few important points to consider. 

Do you need to rent a dumpster?

First thing’s first: when should you rent a dumpster? The most common reason people rent dumpsters is for home renovations and clean outs, but even if you have several pieces of furniture to get rid of or a large amount of yard waste, it can be helpful to have a dumpster to toss it all into rather than waiting for the right trash collection day or hauling things to the garbage dump yourself. 

Some of the most common reasons people need a dumpster rental in Northern VA include decluttering a garage or basement, selling a home or moving, disposing of old furniture, home renovation, construction debris disposal, and clearing out estates.

What size dumpster should you rent?

It can be hard for consumers to estimate the dumpster size they need—you know how big your kitchen is, but how much space will all those cabinets take up when they’re torn off the walls? 

If you’re calling around to get estimates for the cost of renting a dumpster, be sure to also ask the representatives you speak with for the dumpster size they recommend for your purposes. Not only will this help you determine the size you need, but if one dumpster rental company recommends a size that’s significantly bigger than all of the others you call, it’s easy to eliminate them from consideration.