There is a surprising amount of waste management companies in western Michigan, and it can be difficult pinpointing the right service for your needs. As an established dumpster rental provider in Grand Rapids, we want to help you find the best services available and secure a rental option that is good for you.
Before speaking with a business representative about setting up service, make sure you are prepared with a handful of questions. These are the top four things you should ask your trash management company:
- What types of rollaway dumpsters do you have available?
This is one of the most important questions to ask because you want a company that is able to meet your trash removal needs. Make sure to differentiate between residential, commercial and industrial trash services, and state which type of waste removal you are looking for in a company. In addition to type of service, also ask about dumpster size. Some companies provide a small range of dumpster sizes, and if you are looking to do a home renovation or need a rollaway dumpster to dispose a lot of debris, a larger sized dumpster may be of benefit you. Here at Arrowaste, we offer 5 different sizes including 6-, 10-, 20-, 30-, and 40-yard dumpsters to ensure all your project and business needs are met.
- How flexible are you with drop-off and pick-up?
Even though a company may seem to have all the options you are looking for, they may not have the most flexible services, leading to inconvenient drop-off and pick-up. Along with being able to customize type of service and size of dumpster, ask the company about time of service and length of rental. Specified time for pick-up and delivery, rental period, and even customer service for answering your questions can have a big impact on satisfaction. If you are looking for flexibility and a specific, customized service, the company should be willing to work with you on how to create the best drop-off and pick-up experience. At Arrowaste, rental periods start at 10 days, and you can schedule drop-off and pick-up at convenient times for you. We don’t have strict guidelines and policies for rental length and delivery times, so ask us to customize your package!
- What can I throw away?
This is a great question that many people do not think about when they rent rollaway dumpsters. To avoid additional hazard fees, it’s important to understand what you can and can’t throw away in your rollaway. In general, landfills do not accept chemical waste, batteries, electronics, paint, and biomedical waste. As there are additional household hazardous waste items, be sure to ask your trash removal business representative or visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) website for detailed waste removal instructions. Be sure to look at our top things you shouldn’t throw away, too!
- How much do your dumpster rental services cost?
As it can cost up to $400 to rent a rollaway dumpster, make sure to get an estimated quote from the trash removal companies you are interested in. Many rental companies do not disclose hidden fees within these quotes, so ask about added costs such as hazard, overloading, tonnage, trip, and late charges. By understanding the total estimate, you will have a better idea which services fit within your budget.
Above all, make sure your new waste management company is professional and works with their customers to perfect a trash removal package. At Arrowaste, we like to capitalize on dedication to great customer service and customizable trash packages for your projects and business. For more information on the most comprehensive dumpster service company in Grand Rapids, Holland and surrounding areas, make sure to contact one of our business representatives!
