How to Save Money on Your Dumpster Rental

​As one of North Carolina’s top dumpster rental services, we know that only a few things REALLY matter to our customers. At the top of the list is always the price. Since a dumpster rental costs anywhere from $250-$600+ this is a major expense for many homeowners, and commercial companies aren’t exactly jumping out of their chairs to pay it either. Here are a few quick tips that you can use when you are evaluating your options to find the best deal.
 
While we are proud to offer some of the most affordable rates in Fayetteville, we recommend that you call a handful of companies to check on their rates and availability. Prices between rental providers can vary more than 10% between companies, so it’s important to see what the general range is. You’ll also find that some companies won’t have the container you need at the time you need it, so you can cross them off your list. Once you’ve found a few providers that can work for your project, you can try some of the following tactics:

Ask About Discounts for Short Term Rentals

​This won’t work for every dumpster company, but some companies offer discounts for short term rentals. A short term rental would be 1-3 days. Most dumpster companies provide the dumpster for a flat rate with a weight limit for a week or six days, so giving them back the dumpster early would allow them to sell it to another customer. If it’s a busy time of year, they might be more likely to give you a break for only using the dumpster for a few days. Many companies have plenty of containers though, and will stick to their guns and not budge from their flat rate. If you do manage to get a discount for a short term rental, make sure that your rental is ready when you say it will be!

Ask About Discounts for Short Term Rentals

​Many dumpster companies offer discounts for military personnel or senior citizens. We even know of a few dumpster company owners who have served! The discount is usually around 10%, and this is an easy one because it requires basically no negotiation skills from you. Just remember to ask when you are getting your free quote on the phone.

Ask if they Offer Cash Back For Referrals

​While this isn’t often advertised, if you become a referral source for a dumpster company, you have some bargaining power to get a discount on your rental. If you know someone who might be in need of a dumpster soon, have them rent from the same company and mention your name. Make sure to come to an agreement with the company before this happens so you can collect your cash when the time comes.

Ask if they Offer Cash Back For Referrals

As the saying goes, “A penny saved is a penny earned!” Therefore, make sure that you aren’t adding any unnecessary extra fees to your dumpster rental. Take the time to estimate the size of the dumpster that you need so you don’t rent one that’s way too big. At the same time, make sure that you don’t go over the weight allowance, this is one of the most common ways customers incur extra fees. Finally, avoid putting any hazardous or prohibited materials in the dumpster like paint, flammable materials, etc., as those will incur extra fees.
 
We hope that these quick tips will help you save some money on your next dumpster rental.
 
We’re confident that we have some of the best prices in the Fayetteville area, so give us a call today!

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