Anyone who’s ever had to run a business before knows that the devil always exists in the details. You can have the greatest business plan in the world and it won’t make a difference if you’re struggling with the smaller, day-to-day problems of managing your workplace. This is especially true when you’re undertaking big expensive projects like remodeling or clearing out a warehouse. Failing to keep tabs on all the details can cause costs to balloon, leaving you in trouble when the project is complete.

One commonly overlooked concern for large commercial projects is trash and junk removal. Even a relatively humble project is going to generate a surprising amount of waste, and getting rid of that leftover construction debris, old office furniture, or packaging trash can be more costly and time-consuming than you might think. That’s where a commercial dumpster rental can come in handy.

What is a Commercial Dumpster Rental?

There are actually two different services that can be referred to as commercial dumpster rental. If your company has a physical location that you rent or own, chances are you probably already have a front loader dumpster out back that you can use for everyday trash and waste. These containers are typically rented with long-term contracts from businesses or through the city.

However, if you’re taking on a major project, you’re likely going to create more trash than the regular dumpster can handle, especially if you share it with other businesses. In this scenario, you might want to look into short-term roll-off dumpster rental. Roll-off dumpsters are usually dropped off by a rental company and left for a period of time, generally between 3 to 7 days, and then picked up again when the project is over. From that point on, the rental company handles the recycling and disposal of any trash you put in the dumpster. Sometimes dumpster rental companies specialize in commercial waste removal and sometimes they rent to homeowners as well, usually for home remodels or yard waste. The convenience and relative simplicity of a temporary dumpster rental make this service a great choice for anyone looking to clean up after a major commercial project.

How Much Does a Commercial Dumpster Rental Cost?

The cost of a commercial waste removal service is typically based on the size of the dumpster you’re renting. Roll-off dumpsters are sized by volume in cubic yards and can range from 10 yards up to 40 yards. For reference, a 10-yard dumpster can hold about 50-70 contractor bags’ worth of trash, while a 40-yard container will hold more like 230-250 bags’ worth. You can also pick from a few sizes in between, typically 15 yards, 20 yards, and 30 yards.

The average commercial dumpster cost in the Bay Area starts at around $500 for a 10-yard dumpster, going up to $900 or $1000 for a 40-yard one. These figures are also affected by the length of the rental contract, which usually starts at 5 or 7 days. Each company has its own list of additional charges you might run into, like weight limits and fees for electronic waste, so it’s a good idea to get a complete rundown of all potential costs before signing anything.

A few companies, including Junk King Alameda, structure their costs in a different way. Instead of asking the customer to estimate the size of the project and pick a dumpster, this method uses standard-sized dumpsters for every customer and charges them based on the amount of space they’ve actually filled in the container when the job is over. This is much simpler and is especially advantageous for small projects where even a 10-yard dumpster is overkill.

What are the Benefits of Renting a Commercial Dumpster?

The primary benefit of renting a commercial dumpster is the convenience factor. Clean-up and junk removal can be a lot more time-consuming than you might think, and time is money when it comes to commercial projects. Not only do you have to find a truck you can use to haul everything to the proper disposal site, but you also have to take the time to sort out everything recyclable. When you add the disposal fees on top, handling your own trash removal starts to seem like a bad deal.

Compare the difficulty of clean-up and trash removal to the simplicity and convenience that are the main benefits of Junk King service, and the answer seems pretty clear. Even though it’s easy to consider trash removal as an afterthought, it’s really not where you want to cut corners. Handling everything yourself can end up taking more time and even costing more than just letting the professionals take care of it for you.

Besides the benefits to you as a manager and business owner, renting a dumpster can also help make things a lot easier on your workers. Having somewhere to leave trash and debris keeps your workplace safe and clean, making it a much better working environment.

What are Some Drawbacks to Renting a Commercial Dumpster?

Of course, there are also a few drawbacks to renting a commercial dumpster. The most significant one is the cost. If you have a relatively small project, the idea of dropping $500 or more on a dumpster might seem like a waste of money.  The best way to minimize this disadvantage of renting trash cans is to always make sure you’re renting a dumpster of the right size. Junk King’s standard-size dumpsters are especially helpful for smaller projects since the price can get as low as $350 if you don’t need to fill it all the way.

The Best Benefits Of Using A Commercial Dumpster Service

No matter the size of your project, the best benefits of commercial dumpster rental are always going to be related to your own peace of mind. Renting a dumpster provides a solution to the trash removal problem without complications, distractions, or surprises. As a business owner or manager, you have more than enough on your plate without adding junk removal to the list.

Junk removal is a pretty massive industry across the country. By some accounts, there are an estimated 7,000 junk removal companies operating in about 14,000 locations in the United States alone. Junk removal companies also play a major role in providing needed employment, offering over 120,000 jobs to people around the country. Furthermore, due to stresses on public waste management systems and the recycling industry in general, the junk removal industry should only continue to grow in the coming years. In 2018, for example, the junk removal business industry grew by 1.7 percent, reaching $49 billion in revenue. 

One under-appreciated element of the wider junk removal industry are self-service dumpster rentals. Though not ever junk removal companies offers this service, dumpster rentals may very well be a better waste disposal option for you in certain instances. Below, we offer a few suggestions for deciding between a dumpster rental and a regular junk removal service. We then explain why for Oakland homeowners and business owners, Junk King of Alameda is the best option in the region for all of your junk removal needs. 

When You Would Want to Rent a Dumpster 

Dumpster rentals are a perfect option for people who have a large amount of junk items that need to be cleaned out from a home, business, or other space. One of the main differences between a dumpster rental and a regular junk removal service, is that you will have to physically move the items out of the building and take them to the dumpster. Here at Junk of Alameda, we promise to deliver the dumpster to your property, and help you find the most convenient space to place the dumpster. We know all of the regulations, codes, and laws that affect dumpster placement, and we can thus help ensure that you are not at risk of being fined. 

So when exactly might you choose a dumpster rental over a regular junk hauling service? 

1. During a large building or renovation project: After you’ve completed a large building or renovation project, project, dealing with the leftover waste is usually the last order of business. By having a dumpster on site throughout the building or renovation project, you can have a convenient space to store all of that junk. When the project is finished, simply call Junk King of Alameda, and we can come and help you get rid of the dumpster contents in the most efficient and fastest possible way. 
2. During estate cleanouts and massive de-cluttering operations: A dumpster rental is also a great idea in cases where you would prefer to have a little more time to patiently go through the different junk items you are throwing away. For example, if a family member has passed away and you are in charge of going through their items during an estate cleanout, a dumpster rental will give you the needed amount of time to go through those items and decide what stays and what goes. 
3. If you would simply prefer not to have strangers rummaging through your home: We understand that for some people, a full service junk removal might seem a bit “invasive.” Not everyone wants unknown people to come into their home or business to remove the different junk items. With a dumpster rental, our junk removal crews will simply drop off the dumpster on your driveway or some other pre-determined part of your property. Once you´ve filled up the dumpster or finished with your de-cluttering process, we´ll simply come and pick it up and dump it for you when you’re finished. 

Here at Junk King of Alameda, we take the health and welfare of our crew and customers very seriously. To keep everyone safe, we are 100 percent committed to maintaining a minimum 6-foot distance from every customer. Also, you can opt for “contact-less” service wherein our haulers can pick up your kid´s junk curbside, never entering your home. You can also send photos to the Junk King team for a touch-less price quote, and even pay for our services over the phone to limit social exposure. Gloves, masks and hand sanitizers are provided on every truck used to protect both you and our haulers.

In general, dumpster rentals are great options for construction debris, household waste, yard debris, roofing debris, and for times when you want a bit more time to go through the junk items you have on hand. 

When You Would Want to Opt for Full Service Junk Removal from Junk King

Of course, not everyone has the time or energy to physically move heavy and bulky junk items out of your home and into a dumpster that is usually located in your driveway. In these instances, it may be preferable to opt for hiring Junk King´s full service junk removal. In what instances might it be best to hire a junk removal company?

1. If you don’t want to do any heavy lifting or hauling: For people who want a completely hands-free junk removal experience, hiring a junk removal company is going to be the best option. Here at Junk King of Alameda, we understand that getting rid of bulky furniture, appliances, and other large items can be a difficult, especially for people who cannot do any sort of heavy lifting. Thus, we are also committed to making it extremely easy and efficient for you to get rid of your junk. Once you have hired us, we will do all the heavy lifting and towing.
2. You need a quick and efficient junk removal service: You might also want to opt for a junk removal service if you need to get rid of junk items as quickly as possible. With Junk King of Alameda, we can often help you get rid of your junk on the same day you contact us. Junk hauling is generally a disposal method that takes a couple hours rather than a couple days as with dumpster rentals. 

How to Hire Junk King of Alameda? 

Junk King of Alameda is the leading junk removal service for individuals and business owners in the Bay area. We provide both full service junk removal and dumpster rentals to several communities around the Oakland and Alameda areas, including residential and commercial service to people in Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Castro Valley, El Cerrito, El Sobrante, Emeryville, Fremont, Hayward, Hercules, Newark, Oakland, Pinole, Richmond, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, San Pablo, and Sunol. 

Our junk removal team has developed solid, long-standing relationships with several donation and recycling centers, including Goodwill, the Salvation Army, local homeless shelters, Habitat for Humanity and other. This allows us to ensure that all of the junk we haul away, either from dumpster rentals and junk removal, is either donated or recycled. In short, when your hire Junk King of Alameda for your junk removal needs, you can rest assured that we will not simply take those items directly to the local landfills. 

We can haul away almost every type of junk item, including e-waste, hot tubs, construction debris, used appliances, yard waste, and virtually anything else that is not classified as toxic waste. We are proud to say that we offer superior customer service, and we have dedicated staff waiting to answer your call and help you find an effective solution for all of your junk removal needs. 

For online and text price estimates, we make every effort to give you a response in 10 minutes or less. Fair and transparent pricing, quality customer service, and a sincere commitment to recycling or reusing at least 60 percent of the junk we pick up are just a few of the reasons that Junk King is Oakland and Alameda´s number one preferred junk removal service. 

Simply call us at 1-888-5865(JUNK) or consider booking us online here. Again, we offer up-front pricing that will leave you feeling like the weight of your clutter has been lifted off your shoulders. Call us today to help get rid of your old mattresses in the most efficient way possible!