5 Ways to Save Money on Your Dumpster Rental

A few smart decisions can save you $100-300 on your dumpster rental.

1. Choose the Right Size

Ordering a dumpster that's too large wastes money on the base price. Too small and you'll need a second rental.

Rule of thumb:

• Small to medium project (1-2 rooms) = 15-yard ($350)
• 3+ rooms or heavy demo = 20-yard ($400)

Call us and describe your project — we'll recommend the right size for free.

2. Finish Quickly

Your base rental includes 72 hours. Every additional day is $15. Plan your project to load the dumpster within the rental period:

• Set a loading day and commit to it
• Recruit help — friends, family, or hired labor
• Pre-sort items before the dumpster arrives

3. Separate Prohibited Items

If prohibited items end up in the dumpster, the disposal facility may reject the entire load or charge a premium for special handling. Keep paint, electronics, and chemicals separate.

4. Load Efficiently

A well-loaded dumpster fits more debris than one that's randomly filled. Break down boxes, disassemble furniture, and fill gaps with smaller items. See our loading tips guide for more detail.

5. Choose a Local Company

National brokers add 20-40% markup to cover their overhead and marketing costs. Local companies like McDumpsters operate with lower overhead and pass the savings to you.

The Bottom Line

Our 15-yard dumpster at $350 is one of the best values in Massachusetts, and the 20-yard at $400 handles even the biggest projects. With these tips, you can keep your total cost (including weight charges) as low as possible.

Call (978) 375-2272 for honest pricing with no hidden fees.