How to Prepare Your Driveway Before a Dumpster Delivery

Are you preparing to move or doing a pre-holiday cleanout? Whatever your reason for utilizing dumpster rental services, you need to understand the steps to take before your dumpster rental arrives.

While it may seem like a dumpster can be dropped off anywhere, there is a little more you need to know.

To help, we have created a driveway preparation guide for dumpster rental.

How Much Space is Needed for Dumpster Delivery?

The simple answer? The more space, the better! However, we know space is limited at times.

For a roll-off dumpster rental, trucks need roughly 60 feet to maneuver the dumpster into place.

In terms of height, a truck will need anywhere from 20 to 25 feet of clearance for unloading the dumpster.

Keep in mind that any low-hanging wires from telephone poles may impact your dumpster placement.

The size of your dumpster can also affect how much space is needed. Waste container rental sizes range from 10 yards to 40 yards. The bigger your dumpster rental, the more space you will need.

How to Choose a Safe Spot for Dumpster Placement

Whether it’s a residential dumpster rental or a construction dumpster rental, the first step is to select the safest placement while making the dumpster accessible.

Trust us, you don’t want your dumpster in an unsafe spot, but you also don’t want the dumpster to be too far away.

Next, you need to make sure a dumpster will not damage your driveway. You’ll want to examine your driveway for weak spots. Be on the lookout for small cracks, areas that are sinking, or areas damaged by water.

If your driveway foundation isn’t strong, a roll-off dumpster rental could cause costly damage!

Clear Debris, Obstructions, or Vehicles

After you’ve pinpointed a safe spot with plenty of space for your waste container rental, the next step is to make sure the space is completely clear. Here’s what you should remove:

Vehicles, trailers, or other mobile equipment – If it can roll away, it’s best to move these items so they aren’t damaged. Make sure to communicate with your neighbors that you may need to utilize more street parking than normal.
Tree limbs – If your dumpster rental placement is near a tree, make sure to cut back any limbs that may be within the clearance area for unloading and loading the dumpster.
Temporary fencing – If your fence can be moved without any expense on your end, it’s always helpful to ensure there’s plenty of space.

Hire David Geppert Recycling for Your Dumpster Rental Services

Dumpster rental is a convenient way to complete projects without the added hassle of lugging the materials yourself. Although you must follow the proper steps to ensure your driveway, home, or vehicles aren’t damaged in the process.

If you need a residential dumpster rental or a construction dumpster rental, our team at David Geppert Recycling is ready to help answer any questions or schedule a dumpster for you!