Detroit Homeowners ask, are Dumpster Rentals Just for Construction Sites?

USA (SANEPR.com) December 2, 2008 -- Sherman Rogers, owner of All Waste Dumpster Rental, servicing the Metro Detroit area in Michigan, recently spoke to a group of homeowners at a community meeting where the topic of discussion was facing foreclosure and coping with life after foreclosure.

Sherman said, “Many people are losing their homes to foreclosure and are forced to move out. Those who are fortunate enough to be able to sell their home need to move out quickly, and one of the clauses in the sales agreement is that they must leave the home ‘broom clean.’ This means completely emptying the home of all their belongings; everything that has accumulated over the years that they lived in the home, including the unwanted junk in the attic, basement and garage that is not worth moving. The easiest way to do this is to rent a dumpster. There are limitations on how much can be set at the curb for regular trash pick-up; therefore, it would take weeks to get rid of it without a dumpster”

Sherman explained that dumpster rentals are very commonly used by homeowners today for various reasons, including moving, yard, basement and garage clean-up and construction projects where a lot of trash needs to be hauled away. Sherman covered some terms a homeowner should be familiar with when ordering a dumpster as he explained, “Many dumpster rental companies are still only used to dealing with the ‘big guys’ in construction who already know what they want. If you call a dumpster rental service who doesn’t have the patience to explain your options, hang up and call another one. In today’s tough economy, there is sure to be a company who is willing to treat you with respect to earn your business.”

Sherman explained the different sizes and types of dumpster rentals that are available, from the 2 cubic yard mini-dumpster to the 30 cubic yard roll-off dumpster. He covered the different types like those with drop-front or drop-side doors that are convenient for homeowners to wheelbarrow their trash in, rather than lifting it over the side. Sherman explained the different ways that dumpster rentals charge their fees; some charge a flat, daily or weekly fee; others charge by the load or by the ton. “Ask around to see how the fees are structured and be sure you understand how much your total cost is going to be to be sure you get something that suits your needs and fits your budget,” Sherman explained. “A reputable company should be able to come pretty close to what your total fee will be.”

Sherman concluded with some tips that make things easier on the homeowner and the dumpster rental service. “Plan ahead as to where you want the dumpster to be set; you cannot move it once it is placed. Keep in mind parking and driveway access. If you have a fenced in yard, the dumpster will have to be placed on the street; a good company will provide the proper lighting and reflectors for safety purposes. Finally, when it comes time to have the dumpster picked up, be sure there is a clear path leading to it so the truck can get to it. If the dumpster rental service has to make a second trip, you might be charged an additional fee.”

Sherman Rogers is the owner of All Waste Dumpster Rental, a company who provides dumpster rental services to residential, commercial, retail and industrial customers. Sherman has the size, shape and competitive priced dumpster rental for any size job. Other services he provides include trash pick-up, waste removal and delivery of landscaping supplies such as mulch, sod, top-soil and crushed aggregate. Visit http://thegarbageman.com for more information.

Contact:
ALL WASTE, LLC
4751 22 Mile Road
Shelby Township, MI 48317-1515
Phone: 877-524-1002 Fax: 586-254-9936
Email: sherman@all-waste.com
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC