Are contractors responsible for junk removal?

• <div><p>The majority of general contractors include junk and trash removal in their contracts, but services vary. As the homeowner, you may need to manage tricky items on your own, such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-dispose-laminate-flooring.htm">disposing of laminate flooring</a> in an eco-conscious way or by arranging for appliance pickup with your local waste management service.</p></div>

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Q: How much does garbage pickup cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $20 to $100 monthly, depending on service frequency and waste volume.</p></div>

Q: How do I prepare for a rental?

• <div><p>Reserve in advance, check for insurance coverage, and ensure the vehicle or container matches your needs.</p></div>

Q: Can I put tree branches in a dumpster?

• <div><p>Yes, you can put <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-best-way-dispose-large-amount-wood-trees-cut-down.htm">tree branches in a dumpster</a>. In most places, tree branches, brush, logs, and other wood are considered yard waste, which is allowed in most dumpsters. Check with your local municipal authority to determine whether there are any rules about yard waste disposal and how much yard waste you can place in a single dumpster. </p></div>

Q: What size dumpster is rented the most?

• <div><p>The most common dumpster size to rent is 20 cubic yards. This size dumpster can be used for a variety of projects, including home renovations, decluttering, and even minor construction projects. On average, a 20-yard dumpster costs between <b>$275 and $700</b> to rent, though your cost may be higher or lower depending on the demand in your area.</p></div>

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Rich's Lawn Service
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Reviewed in April 2024
Friendly service and quality work! They cleaned our homes air conditioner and furnace just in time for spring.
Elite Comfort Heating and Cooling
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Reviewed in June 2023
Great experience. Fast service and reasonable price. I would hire again.
Midwest Outdoors
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Reviewed in April 2023
Absolutely amazing service. Heâ ll call you right back. You can not speak more highly of this person. Absolutely 100%. Youâ ll never regret having him.
JS Electrical Contractors
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Reviewed in October 2021
My project was to replace the old irrigation system. Frank & crew were on time & very efficient! The bid matched the final bill and the service was Fabulous! He also recommended the equipment and was clear about where the lines would run, so that I know for future projects. Thank you very...
C & H Landscaping, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2021
Unbelievable service!!! After 3 weeks of trying to get someone out to get a tree off of our roof, I found L and E Tree Service. Ryan was out and within 2 days (a weekend) that tree and a couple others were taken care of. I would recommend him to others in a second!
L & E Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2020
Same Day service, even though the access we all challenging the got the job done and suggested changes for the furure of keeping that drain running!
Clog-B-Gone
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Reviewed in June 2020
This is our first move & we hired USA Family Moving for the job. I couldn’t believe that a moving experience can be this good. I’m so glad that I found out about USA Family Moving. The move went perfect. Nothing to complain about seriously. They did a terrific job. Thanks to sales rep for the...
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Reviewed in May 2020
Tom Has cleaned our carpets for over eight years. His service is exceptional, he is professional and diligent in his work. His work is a great value. His process to clean our carpets complied with our 3M carpet cleaning warranties. We would highly recommend superior carpet cleaning.
Superior Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in December 2019
Furnace stopped working on a cold December day. They responded and showed up within minutes of us submitting it on Homeadvisor. Brent took his time doing a full inspection and explained the issues he found. He explained the various problems with the old furnace. We were provided with cost of...
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Dumpster Service questions, answered by experts

The majority of general contractors include junk and trash removal in their contracts, but services vary. As the homeowner, you may need to manage tricky items on your own, such as disposing of laminate flooring in an eco-conscious way or by arranging for appliance pickup with your local waste management service.

Costs range from $20 to $100 monthly, depending on service frequency and waste volume.

Reserve in advance, check for insurance coverage, and ensure the vehicle or container matches your needs.

Yes, you can put tree branches in a dumpster. In most places, tree branches, brush, logs, and other wood are considered yard waste, which is allowed in most dumpsters. Check with your local municipal authority to determine whether there are any rules about yard waste disposal and how much yard waste you can place in a single dumpster.

The most common dumpster size to rent is 20 cubic yards. This size dumpster can be used for a variety of projects, including home renovations, decluttering, and even minor construction projects. On average, a 20-yard dumpster costs between $275 and $700 to rent, though your cost may be higher or lower depending on the demand in your area.

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