by Brenna Timm
Making your construction project successful
Construction sites can be a mess, whether it is for a new business remodel or a home addition. Managing the mess you make is necessary for peace of mind and a smooth process. For such construction projects, a roll-off dumpster is an easy way to get rid of your waste. In addition to having a roll-off dumpster, there are various tips and tricks you can utilize in order to make your dumpster use as painless as possible.
The most important piece in preparing for your construction project begins with the placement of your roll-off dumpster. All dumpsters available from Dumpster Rental can fit in most drive ways. It is the details that you consider later that are the most important. One such detail is whether you want the door of the dumpster to open? Do you want the door completely open, or only partially? Are there any obstructions at your construction site or driveway that could hinder the door opening? Do you want water to drain a certain direction? These are the questions you must ask yourself in order to start your project on the right note. If there are any special instructions you have for your dumpster drop-off, please make sure to note that in your contact form.
Quick Tip: If you are disposing an empty five gallon bucket, fill it with something first so you avoid paying for empty air.
making your experience easier
Now it is time for the dirty work as you begin to fill the dumpster. Here are some additional tips that can make your construction project and your life easier.
- Create a ramp system– If you have the door open, a ramp system will allow you to wheel in heavy material to the back of the dumpster, instead of waste piling up at the front end. This is best for construction waste like tile, mortar, and plaster.
- Stack orderly- You may just want to throw your debris away and keep moving, but that can waste valuable space. Large flat material such as drywall and plywood should lie flat on the bottom. Other material like long boards and planks should be oriented parallel to each other.
- Landscaping waste– Due to the light, compressible nature of leaves and grass, put this material towards the bottom of the dumpster. Heavier materials like branches should go on top in sizable pieces, all lined the same direction.
Construction is often dreaded as a harsh task, despite the glamorous outcome. By considering the information above, you can make your construction project more manageable, safe, and orderly.
