If you are planning a home renovation or cleanout, you may have seen a bag style dumpster in your local big box hardware store. You may be considering it as a viable option for getting rid of the debris and trash your produce. Be wary; appearances can be deceiving. The reasonable price you see in the store isn’t that at all. The price is only for the bag. There is still a significant cost for pickup, and that is just the beginning.
Issues with Dumpster Bags
If you have a big house, then a dumpster bag is not the solution you need. Dumpster bags only hold about 3-cubic yards which isn’t much area, particularly when considering demolition debris. It fills up quick which likely means you will need a second and third dumpster bag; you’ll find that you’re likely spending more than you would on a roll-off dumpster when you factor in pickup fees.
Another issue is that even though the bag is available at your nearest home improvement store, it does not mean the service will pick up in your zip code.
A problem that is all too common with a dumpster bag is materials spilling out. Because it sags and does not have strong walls like roll-off dumpsters do, the debris and waste in your bag may spill out. This issue can especially be a problem on windy days if the debris you are disposing of has a lot of dust in it. You can have the dust wind up inside your home or project site and cause lost time due to cleanup. In many states and cities, not properly containing debris can bring hefty fines and cut into your budget.
Durability can be an issue with dumpster bags. If you are on a construction site, you may be disposing of steel rebar. Even the strongest of plastics or canvas can’t keep a sharp piece of steel from puncturing it. This problem could lead to materials spilling out of the puncture or wors, someone being injured by the object that has punctured it. You don’t want to have to add workers comp or lawsuit costs to your construction budget, so it is best to avoid dumpster bags in favor of roll-off dumpsters.
Why Roll-Off Dumpsters Are Superior to Dumpster Bags
Most projects like home remodeling, re-roofing, or demolition only need a 20-yard roll-off dumpster to complete the project. A roll-off dumpster can hold several tons and won’t change its shape when debris and trash are placed inside it. You can depend on your roll-off dumpster not to be punctured by any sharp objects inside of it. It’s high; solid walls mean that children playing in the neighborhood won’t be able to easily get inside of it and possibly be injured like a dumpster bag.
You can deliver a roll-off dumpster in most areas; dumpster bags have to be placed on a flat area to keep everything inside. It’s also harder for dumping to occur in a roll-off dumpster because access to it is not as easy as a dumpster bag.
The Bottom Line
It would take around six dumpster bags to do the same job a one 20-yard roll-off dumpster. The expense would be significantly higher with a dumpster bag. So, if you want to ensure that your project’s waste management goes smoothly, then a roll-off dumpster is the right choice.
Dumpstermaxx Can Provide You With a Roll-Off Dumpster
We can bring a roll-off dumpster right to your job site or driveway. Just give us a call or complete our convenient online contact form. One of our staff will be in touch to discuss your needs. When we have concluded what your needs are, we will deliver a roll-off dumpster at a time that is convenient for you. Don’t make the mistake of using a dumpster bag, call us today!