Keeping Your Business Clean

If you have a construction project you plan on doing that will generate debris such as roofing, drywall, and wood, you will need a construction dumpster to help you clean up from your project.

1. Know What Type of Debris You Will Be Generating

When you have a construction project, it is important to know what type of debris your project will be generating. With many projects, not all the debris can be mixed. Some debris is heavier than other debris, which means you will want to use a smaller dumpster due to the overall weight of the trash you toss out. Other debris is lighter and can go in a larger dumpster. Different construction debris has to be handled in various manners, which is why you will want to know what type of debris your project will generate, as you may need multiple dumpsters.

For example, if you are tearing up concrete, you will want a small dumpster that can handle all that weight. Additionally, you are going to want another dumpster for things such as drywall and insulation.

2. Don't Mix With General Waste

It is important to note that your general waste should not be mixed with construction waste. Construction waste is processed on its own, as lots of construction waste can be recycled. For example, cement can be ground into aggregate and repurposed for other projects. General waste can be sorted and recycled as well.

As such, if you are going through your home and remodeling, you will want to get separate dumpsters for both household and construction trash.

3. Go a Little Big

When you rent a dumpster, it is often a good idea to go a little bigger than you think you need. That way, if you have more drywall to throw out than you realized, you will not have to get another dumpster delivered or wait to get your dumpster picked up, and a new one delivered. By going slightly bigger, you can ensure you don't overfill the dumpster. 

4. Plan for Swap-Outs

Finally, when working on a construction project, you must keep things running on schedule. That is why you will want to schedule pick-ups ahead of time. This way, you know when the dumpster will be picked up or if you will need another dumpster swapped out. If you wait until the dumpster is full to schedule a pick-up, you may find yourself waiting a few days for service, whereas if you schedule a pick-up, you will know exactly when the dumpster will be taken away. 

When it comes to doing a construction project, you will want to rent a construction dumpster. It is also essential to know the type of construction waste you will be generating. Remember to not mix household and construction waste, and when in doubt, go with a slightly larger dumpster. Be sure to plan swap-outs and pick-ups to keep to your schedule. For more information, contact a dumpster rental company.