
How It Works – Dumpster Rental
How Does the Dumpster Rental Process Work?
At Rubbish Works, our goal is to make this Dumpster Rental process as simple as possible. Below is a step by step process outlining how the process works. Pay special attention to steps where information is required from our customers.
Step 1: Select Dumpster Options
Select Size
- 20 Cubic Yard for large job
- 12 Cubic Yard for medium job
- On Demand < 10 CY for small job
Weight Allowances
- 3 Tons for 20 Cubic Yard
- 2 Tons for 12 Cubic Yard
- Extra $40/ton above weight
- Maximum total extra weight is 5 Tons
Select Days
- 3 Day or 7 Day Rentals
- Extra days $30/day
- Specify extra days up front
Step 2: Schedule Dumpster
Website
- Enter Zip Code in Schedule Online box and click GO
- Follow scheduling pages
- Receive email confirmation
Live Person
- Call 1-800-501-9324
- Trained agents will walk you through the scheduling process
- Receive email confirmation
Required Information
- Contact Info
- Delivery address
- Dumpster options from above
- Delivery and Pickup Dates/Times
Step 3: Dumpster Delivery
We Call Ahead
- Our drivers call 15-30 minutes before arrival
- Must be home for delivery
At Dumpster Drop
- Ask questions
- Tell driver where to drop dumpster
- Driver will explain rental contract
- Drops in street can require permit
Payment Collection
- Sign rental contract
- Payment collection
- Receipt provided to customer
Step 4: Load Dumpster
Be Safe
- Load Items from back only
- Latch door open or closed
- Don’t climb on dumpster
Don't Overload
- Dumpster must be level at the top
- Heavy items like dirt, brick, etc. should be below lower fill line
Restricted Items
- Look through our dumpster ‘What We Take’ page for restrictions
- Restricted items in dumpster can result in customer fines
Step 5: Dumpster Pick Up
Logistics
- No one needs to be home for pick up
- Drivers will not call for pick up
Potential Issues?
- Overloaded or heavy dumpster
- Blocked driveway
- Restricted items in dumpster
Additional Charges
- Extra days or weight will be charged at pick up
- All DONE
Areas We Service
We have service locations in the greater metropolitan areas of Denver, Phoenix, Portland, San Antonio and St. Louis. To view local information for these cities select it at the top of this page.