Rent a Dumpster in Colorado Springs Now!

How high can I fill my dumpster?

You can fill your dumpster as high as you like, provided that you don't load it higher in relation to the sides of the container. Over filling the dumpster could cause the waste or debris to slide off as the dumpster is loaded onto the truck or as the truck is driving. Overloaded or heavy dumpsters are not really safe, and businesses don't take unsafe loads in order to protect drivers and passengers on the road.

In some regions, dumpster loads must be tarped for safety. In case your load is too high, it WOn't be able to be tarped so you would have to remove some of the debris before it can be hauled away. This may result in additional charges if it needs you to keep the dumpster for a longer amount of time. Don't forget to maintain your load no higher in relation to the sides of the dumpster, and you'll be fine.

Can I Use a Roll-off Dumpster in a Residential Area?

Most residential areas permit roll-off dumpsters. For those who have a driveway, then you can generally park the dumpster there so you really do not annoy your neighbors or cause traffic problems by placing it upon the road.

Some projects, though, will necessitate putting the dumpster on the road. If this applies to you personally, then you need to speak to your city to learn whether you must get any permits before renting the dumpster. In most cases, cities will allow you to keep a dumpster on a residential road for a short period of time. In case you believe you will need to be sure that it stays on the road for a number of weeks or months, though, you may need to get a license.

Contacting your local permits and licensing office is generally advisable. Even supposing it's an unnecessary precaution, at least you will realize that you're following the law.