Is it worth hiring a professional for garbage removal?

• <div><p>Garbage removal is a project you can do yourself, but hiring a professional to get the job done is often worthwhile. Depending on the type and amount of junk, you could be looking at a very labor-intensive job, dumping fees, dumpster charges, and potentially unsafe working conditions. Hiring a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/7-signs-quality-junk-removal-services.htm">professional junk removal company</a> not only saves you time and energy and keeps you safe, but it also means you don’t have to worry about carting the junk away or coordinating a dumpster and getting a permit for it.</p></div>

What does junk removal include?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-secrets-about-junk-hauling-services.htm">Junk removal</a> usually includes removing unwanted items from your property, loading it into a dumpster or a truck, and then carting the junk off of your property to be disposed of at a dump site. In most cases, your dumping fees—charged by the dump site—are included in your estimate, but you might want to confirm this expense with your junk removal team. Some junk removal companies offer additional services, like a deep clean after junk removal and moving and packing services, in case you’re getting rid of garbage as part of your relocation efforts.</p></div>

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Q: What size dumpster do you need for a piano?

• <div><p>If you choose to break down a piano on your own, a 10-yard dumpster should be large enough to hold the individual parts. Keep in mind that junk haulers may not allow you to place a whole piano in a rollaway dumpster, but this will depend on the company, your contract, and local laws. That being said, choosing the right <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/dumpster-sizes.htm">dumpster size</a> will save you from the headache of over-filling the container during your cleanout.</p></div>

Q: What permits might be necessary for using a rented dumpster on public property?

• <div><p>A professional provider can advise on necessary permits and offer additional services to accommodate fill-ups that require active management.</p></div>

Q: Is a roll-off dumpster good for the environment?

• <div><p>Yes, a roll-off dumpster makes it easier to dispose of waste in an environmentally friendly way. It lets you reduce the amount of waste that makes its way to landfills.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2025
Excellent service. Knowledgeable, good communication, professional and quick service. I was very pleased with this company and would use them again. They fixed an outdoor drainage problem. Called them on a Sunday and it was fixed on Monday.
Capital Region Plumbing and Heating Services, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
So after paying Dump it LLC $5000 plus a $300 tip to drop a barn that they told me was going to cost 4000 and he will leave me a can for my remodel so this is what I came back to after paying him $5300 in cash horrible businessman decided that it wasnâ t enough money so he decided to dump a...
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Reviewed in February 2024
Ed was very knowledgeable and performed the service very professionally
Eduart Belishta
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Reviewed in June 2022
5 star service and product
Westfair Water Systems, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2016
Technician provided excellent service at a fair price.
Greene Overhead Door
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Reviewed in November 2014
They were fabulous. Their services are top-notch. He did good quality parts at a discount. That was great.
Impex G.A.E., LTD.
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Reviewed in February 2014
Excellent service - one of the techs was sick and owner came did the cleaning and inspection himself, then would not charge full price because it wasn't dirty enough - everything was explained and done very professionally-highly endorse this company!
Brickliners Chimney Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
I cannot rave enough about the staff and service from Rainer's Gourment. We had Rainer's Gourment cater our wedding. It was a small event, at a Lodge in the Adirondacks. We wanted a nice formal sit down dinner and Rainer's Gourment proved to be excellant. From the months ahead when all the...
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Reviewed in March 2013
They were very responsive to my need for a prompt service appointment. He worked so hard, I was so please with his work and diligence that I even tipped him!
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Dumpster Service questions, answered by experts

If you choose to break down a piano on your own, a 10-yard dumpster should be large enough to hold the individual parts. Keep in mind that junk haulers may not allow you to place a whole piano in a rollaway dumpster, but this will depend on the company, your contract, and local laws. That being said, choosing the right dumpster size will save you from the headache of over-filling the container during your cleanout.

Garbage removal is a project you can do yourself, but hiring a professional to get the job done is often worthwhile. Depending on the type and amount of junk, you could be looking at a very labor-intensive job, dumping fees, dumpster charges, and potentially unsafe working conditions. Hiring a professional junk removal company not only saves you time and energy and keeps you safe, but it also means you don’t have to worry about carting the junk away or coordinating a dumpster and getting a permit for it.

A professional provider can advise on necessary permits and offer additional services to accommodate fill-ups that require active management.

Yes, a roll-off dumpster makes it easier to dispose of waste in an environmentally friendly way. It lets you reduce the amount of waste that makes its way to landfills.

Junk removal usually includes removing unwanted items from your property, loading it into a dumpster or a truck, and then carting the junk off of your property to be disposed of at a dump site. In most cases, your dumping fees—charged by the dump site—are included in your estimate, but you might want to confirm this expense with your junk removal team. Some junk removal companies offer additional services, like a deep clean after junk removal and moving and packing services, in case you’re getting rid of garbage as part of your relocation efforts.

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