Omaha Dumpster Rental: Direct and Affordable

Although there are plenty of Omaha dumpster rental services, there is only one company that consistently discards of leftover business trash and home debris in a way that customers actually want – that is, a reliable dumpster company. For instance, if you plan on doing a project around the house that will create greater waste loads than your usual curbside pickup allows – renovations, spring cleanings, estate cleanouts, etc. – it would be wise to look into renting a dumpster for the duration of your project from a hauler who you can depend on so that the project properly follows its schedule.

Renting a container also skips you the hassle of deciding how to dispose of your waste and where; if you illegally dump your waste, you will likely be charged a fine and possibly with criminal charges. When you describe your project to a dumpster rental representative, you will be pointed in the right direction about dumpster size and type as well as the logistics behind transportation and keeping a dumpster on your property. Depending on your location, you may need to obtain a permit to keep a dumpster on your property – some Omaha dumpster rental companies will obtain the permit for you and some will not, so ask your local waste management office if you need a permit and any potential dumpster companies if they will be getting the dumpster permit for you or if you will need to get it yourself.

Dumpsters can be filled to the top of the container but make sure no waste is falling out and that the lid can be placed securely on the top of the container. The weight of waste allowed in the container depends on the dumpster; while you are allowed to fill your container to the top, you must not go over the weight limit or you will be charged with an overage fee. Your dumpster representative will explain all of these options and extra charges associated with them when you rent your dumpster.

Waste generally not allowed in dumpsters includes household hazardous waste (HHW), automobile fluids, flammable items, explosives, batteries, debris containing asbestos, and certain appliances. Before dumping items into your rented dumpster, make certain you understand the entire list of what is and what is not allowed in your container.

Renting the Best Omaha Dumpster Service

When deciding on a company from which to rent a dumpster, it is important to choose wisely. It is so important that it had to be emphasized. A trustworthy and reliable dumpster company will save you time, money, and stress, while a shoddy company can cost you thousands in property damage, hidden fees, dumping fines, and a great deal of time. So how will you know which hauler to use? A reliable dumpster company will have all the necessary licenses and certifications required to operate in your area and will likely be a longstanding member of a recognized waste trade association.

If in doubt, you can get advice from your local waste management office to find out exactly what is needed, so that you can focus all your attention on companies with the proper licenses and certifications. Working with a less upstanding dumpster company can cost you thousands of dollars in fees and property damages, not to mention the possible safety and environmental hazards that can occur as a result of receiving a shoddy dumpster service or the time you will waste untangling the mess.

Always try to get recommendations from friends, neighbors, colleagues (anyone you know and trust) about Omaha dumpster rentals they’ve used in the past. If that isn’t possible you can try speaking with local businesses or the waste management company to get pointed in the right direction. Check online reviews and be sure to only pick an outstanding company with a good track record for delivering excellent customer service. Finally, always go with a local company over a national chain – it would be terrible to have a dumpster crisis and find out the only people able to help you are four hours away.

Roll-off Dumpster Prices

These are the rates other customers have recently paid for dumpster rental in Omaha for the different roll-off dumpster sizes. (If you are seeking business dumpster rental pricing this can be best obtained by speaking to a dumpster rental representative directly; they will assess your business needs in greater detail and factor them in to arrive at a more accurate waste solution at business rates.)

* Price includes rental period, delivery fee, pickup fee, and applicable taxes
** $50.00/ton of additional weight

Comparing Dumpster Rental and City Garbage Collection

The municipality of Omaha partakes in a citywide waste collection program that requires household waste to be bagged in clear bags (black bags are not allowed) before being placed in the approved bins and then put on the curb, or in front of the residence by 6:00am on the day of collection. Access to the garbage must be unobstructed (i.e. not blocked by cars, mailboxes, etc.) and all trash should be tied and bagged neatly. Individual bags must not weigh more than thirty pounds and the garbage containers must be no larger than thirty-two gallons and weigh no more than forty-five pounds. The solid waste limitation includes up to five items: the resident must dispose of any overage.

Bulky item pickup is currently not serviced by the municipal waste management, so if you have bulky items that you want discarded, you will most likely want a reliable Omaha dumpster rental to take care of the disposal on your behalf. The alternative would be to take care of the disposal yourself, although relying on the expertise of an established dumpster company is usually a better idea.

For residents that do need to make a separate (or possibly, unexpected) trip to dispose of their garbage, the Pheasant Point Landfill located at 3505 North 216th St is available Monday through Friday 6:00am to 5:00pm and on Saturdays from 6:00am to 2:00pm. The landfill is closed on Sundays, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. The facility does not accept waste oil, lead-acid batteries, household appliances, waste tires, and unregulated hazardous waste. All vehicles visiting the facility must weigh in and weigh out on the scale and have a minimum of one ton. More information on the terms of this site such as weighing fees and overage charges are listed on this page (http://www.douglascounty-ne.gov/envservcms/services/landfills/fees).

Removing Hazardous Trash the Right Way

The Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility in Omaha is located at 4001 South 120th Street and is open on Wednesdays from 9:00am to 4:45pm, Thursdays from 9:00am to 6:15pm, Fridays from 9:00am to 4:45pm, and on Saturdays by appointment only. The facility will accept all household hazardous waste (HHW) products – antifreeze, oil, stain, weed killer, drain cleaners, etc. – as well as most products labeled with ‘danger,’ ‘flammable,’ ‘warning,’ ‘corrosive,’ ‘caution,’ ‘poison,’ ‘volatile,’ or ‘caustic.’ The facility will also offer an alternative solution for items brought that cannot be accepted, such as wood, tires, carpet padding, asbestos, and alkaline batteries, among others. The facility also provides a Re-Store option, in which residents can freely re-use items in good condition that have been dropped off. All items are free but there is a weight limit of fifty pounds per resident per day and a release form must be signed before leaving the complex.

It is imperative that both household hazardous wastes and general hazardous wastes are not mixed with general household garbage nor poured down the drain. Doing so will contaminate other general waste and create major environmental, safety, and health hazards.

Recycling Responsibly

Omaha offers free curbside recycling to its residents; simply wheel out your green recycling container by 6:00am on collection day whenever you have recycling that needs to be taken care of. Take extra precautions to ensure that your recycling materials do not overlap with your general waste and that the two containers are always kept separate. Omaha participates in single-stream recycling and items acceptable for recycling include all clean paper, corrugated cardboard, plastic containers labeled #1, #2, #3, #5, and aluminum and tin cans. Glass is not collected from these recycling bins.

Additionally, Omaha residents have access to four recycling drop-off sites: the Northwest Drop Off Site located between Corby St. and N 75th St (open daily from 7:00am to 7:00pm), Northeast Drop Off Site at the northeast corner of South 26th Avenue and Douglas St (open daily from 7:00am to 7:00pm), the Southeast Drop Off Site at 6404 South 60th Street (open Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, Saturday 8:00am to 4:30pm during spring, summer, and fall, and Saturdays from 8:00am to 12:00pm in the winter), and the Southwest Drop Off Site at 10330 T St (open daily from 7:00am to 7:00pm).

Easy Steps for a Clean Rental

To keep the area around dumpsters clean, it is imperative that Omaha dumpster rental customers and trash can owners check that all lids and doors fit tightly on the dumpster (when applicable). Openings should also be closed at all times and the dumpster must be placed on concrete or asphalt instead of dirt to prevent rodents from burrowing underneath and waste leaking into the groundwater.

To further keep the dumpster area clean, owners and renters should speak with their dumpster company to make sure they get the proper type and size dumpster for their needs. For regular trash collection customers, the dumpster should be cleaned after each pickup – often available as an additional service. Customers should avoid throwing liquid waste into the dumpsters, and keep a lock and chain on any containers with a lid to discourage unauthorized use as well as wandering animals. Cat litter can be used to clean grease and other spills around the area.