If you are getting rid of your wood fence because you are replacing it or just getting rid of it because it’s old and beat up, you will need to dispose of it. A roll-off dumpster is the best way to get rid of it. With that in mind, here is how to dispose of a wood fence in a roll-off dumpster.
How Much Fence are You Getting rid of and What Size Roll-Off Dumpster Will You Need?
So, your wood fence is rotting away or was ravaged by termites; you need to determine how much fence you have so you know what size dumpster you will need. The size roll-off dumpster required will depend on the amount of fence surrounding your yard. If you have an average-sized yard, then a fifteen-yard roll-off dumpster (14ft X 8ft X 4ft) should be big enough. If you have a larger yard, then a thirty-yard roll-off dumpster (20ft X 8ftX 5.25ft) is needed to hold the fence you tear out. Cutting the fence into smaller pieces will allow you to fit more into your rental dumpster because it won’t leave as much empty space.
How to Tear Down a Wood Fence and Put It in Your Roll-Off Dumpster
Tearing down a wood fence can be trickier than it seems. Here are some tips on how to tear it down and throw it out.
- Check with your power company or cable company to ensure no lines run where your wood fence is before tearing it down. When you dig the posts out, you don’t want to get electrocuted or knock out cable to the neighbors.
- Make sure you have the right equipment to tear down your wood fence. Heavy work gloves are a must to avoid getting splinters in your fingers as you work. If you are using a saw to break up the fence, be sure to wear safety goggles to protect your eyes.
Gates
The first step is to unscrew any gate doors from the rest of the fence. If your wood fence is in bad enough shape, you may be able to easily pull the gate door off the hinges (actually, the hinges being pulled from the wood). Once the gate door has been removed, break it down to better fit in your roll-off dumpster.
Fence Paneling
The next step is to take down fence paneling. Cut the panels (boards) away from the posts and get ready to remove them. Taking down sections of paneling can be fun; many professionals will kick down sections of the fence with a karate-style flourish. Just be sure that you’re injury-free before you start kicking and that you’re wearing work boots. Once you have removed the paneling, you can break it down with a saw, or if it’s rotten, you can do some more kicking. If your fence was infested with termites, be sure not to break it down near your house, or they may find their way inside.
Once you have broken down the paneling, place it in your roll-off dumpster.
Fence Posts
The length of time it will take to pull out fence posts will depend on how well they were put in when your wood fence was assembled. Most states and municipalities require having fence posts cemented in, especially in areas prone to hurricanes. If the contractor who put your wood fence in didn’t ignore code, then you will have to dig out the cement and posts. Digging out cement can be a tedious and back-breaking job, be sure your health is good enough to undertake this task. If the contractor who put in your fence didn’t cement the posts in, that means it’s all the easier for you. Once you have removed the posts, you can place them in your roll-off dumpster.
Why a Roll-Off Dumpster to Dispose of Your Fence?
As stated before, if you don’t have a dumpster to put your wood fence in, it means you will have to haul the fence to the dump yourself. Using a roll-off dumpster from Dumpstermaxx means that we will schedule a convenient time for you to deliver your dumpster, and when you have taken down your wood fence, we will pick up the full dumpster and haul it away, so you don’t have to do it.
To Sum Up
If you are removing an old wooden fence, a dumpster is your friend. It will save you time and avoid problems.
We Can Help Dispose of Your Wooden Fence
Contact Dumpstermaxx to help dispose of your old wooden fence. Call us today; one of our courteous staff can help you determine what size dumpster is needed for the project. We will schedule a convenient time for you to deliver a roll-off dumpster right to your driveway. When your old wood fence is in your roll-off dumpster, we will pick it up and take it away. Give Dumpstermaxx a call today!