Why is tonnage allowance so important when renting a dumpster?

Carmel Dumpster Rentals • Mar 01, 2024

Money doesn't grow on trees.  Asking how much tonnage allowance is included with your dumpster rental can save you hundreds of dollars.

Unfortunately, failing to inquire about a crucial detail can leave you vulnerable to dumpster companies that engage in deceptive pricing tactics. They may entice you with an attractive flat rate (let's use $275 for a 10-yard dumpster in this instance), only to apply additional charges for exceeding the allotted .5-ton debris limit. These overage fees can vary from $65 to $100 per ton depending on your location. For a typical household cleanup, you might generate between 1 to 3 tons of waste, which can fluctuate based on the presence of heavier items like wood furniture or ceramic tiles. Suppose you end up with 2 tons of debris, and the dumpster company, charging $275, enforces a $65 per ton overage fee for anything surpassing .5 tons. This means you exceed the allowance by 1.5 tons (2 tons minus the allowance). At $65 per ton, the 1.5-ton excess amounts to $97.50, making the total cost of the 10-yard dumpster $275 + $97.50 = $372.50!


Preventing such occurrences is as simple as inquiring about the amount of debris allowance included in your rate. The greater the tonnage allowance, the more advantageous it is. Carmel Dumpster Rentals, a small family-owned business, stands out by providing one of the most generous tonnage allowances in the area thanks to our lower overhead costs!


Our 10 yard dumpsters include a 2 ton/4000 lbs allowance.

Our 15 yard dumpsters include a 3 ton/6000 lbs allowance.

Our 20 yard dumpsters include a 3.5/7000 lbs allowance.


Contact Carmel Dumpster Rentals at 863-222-7635 to discover how we can help you save money!

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