What Should You Consider When Renting a Dumpster for Roofing Projects?

Whether it’s a full tear-off on your cozy Connecticut home or just patching up that leaky garage roof, roofing jobs create a debris deluge. Construction dumpster rental can save your life in these situations, but renting one doesn’t mean just picking the biggest and calling it a day. There are key factors to consider if you want to avoid headaches, extra fees, or even a visit from local Bloomfield authorities. 

Construction Dumpster Rental in Bloomfield; What to Consider for a Roofing Project

Factor in Layers

If your old roof has multiple layers, that adds weight, and the volume skyrockets. Are you doing a full replacement or just a partial repair? A small job like fixing a section after a storm might only need a modest bin, while a whole-house redo demands more.
Also, consider your timeline and who is doing the work. Pros work fast, but that also means the debris accumulates quickly. Sketch a quick plan, estimate waste volume, and chat with your roofer. 

Pick the Right Dumpster Size

Common sizes for roofing are 10-yard, 20-yard, or 30-yard roll-offs. For most residential jobs, a 30-yard is the Goldilocks choice: it holds about 3-5 tons, which is normally perfect for a standard roof tear-off. But remember that the type of shingles and number of layers can really add up. Three-tab asphalt can be just 2,400 lbs for 1,000 square feet; but slate is going to be more like 9,500 lbs. 

Know What You Can (and Can’t) Throw In

Not everything from your roof goes in the dumpster. Roofing waste like asphalt shingles, shingles, felt, nails, and wood is fine, but in Connecticut, you can’t toss asbestos, which is common in pre-1980 roofs, lead-based paint, paint, chemicals, or pesticides. State regulations protect landfills and recyclers, and asbestos needs special abatement. If you have any questions, just confirm it with us. 

Placement and Accessibility

You want the dumpster within tossing distance of the roof if at all possible to minimize trips and reduce injury risks, but you also need to think about how to protect surfaces. Place plywood under the legs to shield your driveway from scratches or cracks, and make sure you plan out in advance how to get access through for your delivery truck. If it’s going on grass, it’s a good idea to lay down boards to prevent ruts after rain. 

Rental Period and Scheduling

How long do you need it? Roofing projects often wrap in three to seven days, so a week’s rental is usually good. Even if you think it’ll be just three days, leave a buffer for that surprise thunderstorm. In busy seasons like spring and fall, book early.

Cost Considerations

Roofing debris is heavy, so tonnage fees apply if you go over the limits. Get more than you think you’ll need to ensure you won’t have any surprise costs. Be sure to factor in any other things, like permits or cost for same-day service. 

These are just some of the things to bear in mind, and we can help you think through your entire project. Contact Windsor Sanitation today for help in Bloomfield, Windsor, Simsbury, West Hartford, Hartford, Avon, Farmington, East Granby, Granby, and Windsor Locks.

 

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