A drop box rental would come in handy for any contractor, homeowner, or landlord who needs to clear out some space or do a major renovation. It’s a simple, convenient solution for a large waste pile sitting on your property (and getting in your way). But, some still wonder if they could just haul the trash to the dump on their own.

There Are Better Options

Without thinking things all the way through, we give ourselves a false sense of what options are available. Hauling garbage to the city dump isn’t always as easy as it sounds. First, there’s the requirement that you have a vehicle capable of holding all that trash. Your average pickup truck won’t easily hold what a 10 yard drop box can.

What’s the harm in a few trips, you ask? Well, with all the wasted time and gas spent going back and forth (on top of that fact that most dumps charge a fee), you’re coming close to paying for your drop box rental anyway. (more…)