2 Tips For Picking Out A Spot For The Rental Dumpster For Your Home Improvement Project

If you are planning on performing major renovations to your home, you may have decided to rent a dumpster so that you can easily dispose of any old materials that you strip out of your house. However, you may be having difficulty deciding on where to put it once the receptacle arrives. If so, use the following tips to help you pick out a spot for the dumpster prior to the beginning of your home improvement project.

1.  Examine Your Yard's Terrain Carefully

The first thing you should examine when trying to determine the best location for the rental dumpster is your yard's terrain. This is especially important if you do not have an obvious choice for the spot, such as in a carport or on the driveway.

First, look for open areas close to your house that are large enough to accommodate the dumpster without it bumping into trees, bushes, or flowerbeds. Even if you do find an area that just fits the dimensions of the receptacle, make sure that there is enough leeway so that you do not hit any foliage or existing structures such as the garage or shed while throwing objects away.

Second, try to pick out a spot where the ground is as flat as possible. You do not want to place the dumpster on a sharp incline, as it could slide if a heavy rainstorm comes through while it is loaded up.

2.  Determine the Required Amount of Space Around the Dumpster

After you have selected a couple of possible spots for the dumpster, the next thing you need to determine is the amount of space that you will require around the dumpster. Not only does having enough open space keep you from damaging plants or buildings, but it will make it easier for you to throw away large pieces of lumber, sheetrock, and other building materials.

To determine the required space, think about what types of renovations you will be making. If you plan on throwing out large pieces of the walls or long boards, estimate the largest piece you will be handling, and use this measurement to determine how much space you need to easily maneuver around the dumpster without risking damage or injury. 

Picking out one or two spots before it arrives can allow the people delivering the dumpster to quickly place it so that you can begin work on your home improvement project. For more information about renting and using a dumpster in your area, contact a garbage service like Tiger Sanitation LLC.

Share