Dumpster Rental Terms

Driveway Safe Dumpster

A driveway safe dumpster is a dumpster designed with residential placement in mind. On our site, driveway safe dumpster usually refers to a rubber wheel dumpster that sits on tires instead of being placed directly on the ground like a standard roll off container.

This type of dumpster is commonly used for home cleanouts, garage cleanouts, remodeling debris, furniture removal, rental property cleanups and junk removal projects. It is a practical option when the dumpster needs to sit on a driveway or paved area.

No dumpster company can promise that every driveway will stay perfect in every situation. Driveway condition, debris weight, placement and loading all matter. But for many residential projects, a driveway safe dumpster is a better fit than a large steel roll off container.

Rubber Wheel Dumpster

A rubber wheel dumpster is a dumpster that uses rubber tires or wheels. This is the main type of dumpster we focus on.

Rubber wheel dumpsters are often trailer style containers. They are commonly used for residential cleanouts, remodeling projects, small contractor jobs, roofing debris, junk removal and property cleanups.

Many customers choose rubber wheel dumpsters because they want a dumpster that is easier to place in a residential setting. They are often used in driveways, paved parking areas and spaces where a traditional roll off dumpster may not be the best fit.

Rubber Tire Dumpster

Rubber tire dumpster is another way people describe a rubber wheel dumpster. The terms mean almost the same thing.

A rubber tire dumpster sits on rubber tires instead of being placed directly on the driveway or ground. Some people search for rubber tire dumpster because they are trying to avoid a heavy steel container sitting directly on their driveway.

If you hear rubber tire dumpster, rubber wheel dumpster or driveway safe dumpster, the company may be talking about a similar style of dumpster.

Trailer Dumpster

A trailer dumpster is a dumpster mounted on a trailer frame. Rubber wheel dumpsters are trailer dumpsters because they can be transported and positioned like a trailer.

Trailer dumpsters are commonly used for:

• Home cleanouts
• Garage cleanouts
• Basement cleanouts
• Furniture removal
• Remodeling debris
• Rental property cleanouts
• Small construction cleanup
• Roofing debris
• Yard waste

A trailer dumpster can be a good choice when the job does not require a large roll off container but still needs more space than trash bags or a pickup truck.

Driveway Friendly Dumpster

Driveway friendly dumpster is a broad term. It can mean different things depending on the company.

Sometimes, driveway friendly dumpster means a rubber wheel dumpster. Other times, it may refer to a roll off dumpster placed on boards or other protection to help reduce direct contact with the driveway.

On our site, we usually use driveway safe dumpster to describe rubber wheel dumpster options. If a customer needs a standard roll off dumpster instead, we may point them toward a local roll off option through a city page or partner page.

Roll Off Dumpster

A roll off dumpster is a steel container delivered by a roll off truck. It is commonly used for construction debris, demolition work, large cleanouts and commercial job sites.

Roll off dumpsters are usually larger and heavier than rubber wheel dumpsters. They are useful for bigger projects, but they may not be the best choice for every residential driveway.

A roll off dumpster may be a better fit for:

• Large construction projects
• Demolition debris
• Major renovation work
• Commercial cleanup
• Heavy debris loads
• Job sites with plenty of space

Driveway Safe Dumpster Rental focuses on driveway safe and rubber wheel dumpster options, but we understand that some jobs need a roll off dumpster. When that happens, our city service pages can help point customers in the right direction.

Construction Dumpster

A construction dumpster is used for construction or renovation debris. This can include drywall, wood, cabinets, flooring, roofing debris and other building materials.

Some smaller construction projects can use a rubber wheel dumpster. Larger construction jobs may need a roll off dumpster instead.

For example, a bathroom remodel, kitchen update or small roofing job may work with a driveway safe dumpster depending on the amount and weight of the debris. A large demolition project or major construction job may need a larger roll off container.

Commercial Dumpster

Commercial dumpster can mean a few different things.

Some commercial dumpsters are permanent containers used by businesses for regular weekly trash pickup. That is different from what we offer.

Our service is focused on temporary dumpster rentals for cleanup projects. A business may use a temporary dumpster for an office cleanout, retail renovation, storage room cleanup, small construction project or property cleanup.

So when you see the term commercial dumpster, it is important to know whether the company means regular business trash service or a temporary dumpster rental.

Residential Dumpster

A residential dumpster is a dumpster used for home projects. This can include cleanouts, junk removal, moving cleanup, remodeling debris, furniture removal, garage cleanouts and basement cleanouts.

Driveway safe dumpsters and rubber wheel dumpsters are often a good fit for residential projects because they are designed with home placement in mind.

Temporary Dumpster Rental

Temporary dumpster rental means the dumpster is delivered for a short period of time and picked up when the job is done.

Our 5 yard dumpster includes a 5 day rental. Our 10 yard, 15 yard, 20 yard and 30 yard dumpsters include a 7 day rental. Extra days are available for $50 per day.

Temporary dumpster rentals are commonly used for cleanouts, remodeling projects, moving, roofing jobs, rental property cleanups and junk removal.

Dumpster Size

Dumpster size usually refers to how much debris the container can hold. Dumpster sizes are often measured in cubic yards.

We offer 5 yard, 10 yard, 15 yard, 20 yard and 30 yard dumpster options. Smaller sizes are better for light cleanouts and limited space. Larger sizes are better for furniture, remodeling debris, roofing debris and bigger cleanup projects.

If you are not sure what size to choose, use our size calculator or call 313-327-3792.

Delivery and Pickup

Delivery is when the dumpster is brought to your location. Pickup is when the dumpster is removed after you are done loading it.

With our rentals, delivery and pickup are included. When your project is finished, calling is usually the fastest way to schedule pickup.

Prohibited Items

Prohibited items are materials that cannot go in the dumpster. These usually include hazardous or restricted items.

Items not accepted include wet paint, chemicals, solvents, motor oil, gasoline or other liquids, batteries, propane tanks, tires, asbestos containing materials, medical waste and hazardous waste.

If you are unsure about an item, call before placing it in the dumpster.