Dumpster Rental FAQs
Straight answers to the questions we hear most about renting a roll-off dumpster in Griffin and Middle Georgia: sizes, prices, delivery, what can go in, and permits. If your question is not here, call 470-497-8103 and talk to a real person.
Choosing the Right Dumpster Size
| Dumpster | Dimensions | Holds about | Included weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 yard | 7 ft 5 in W x 14 ft L x 4 ft H | 4 pickup truck loads | 1 ton |
| 15 yard | 7 ft 5 in W x 15 ft L x 4 ft H | 5 pickup truck loads | 2 tons |
| 20 yard | 7 ft 5 in W x 19 ft L x 4 ft H | 7 pickup truck loads | 3 tons |
What size dumpster do I need?
We rent three sizes. A 13-yard suits single-room cleanouts, garage or attic clear-outs, small bathroom remodels, and yard debris. A 15-yard is the sweet spot for most homeowners: kitchen remodels, flooring tear-outs, medium cleanouts, and roofing on smaller homes. A 20-yard handles whole-home cleanouts, large renovations, construction debris, and big roofing jobs. Our dumpster size guide walks through each one.
How much does each dumpster size hold?
A 13-yard holds roughly 4 full-size pickup truck loads, a 15-yard about 5, and a 20-yard about 7. Dense debris like shingles, concrete, dirt, and tile reaches the weight limit before the dumpster looks full, so tell us what you are tossing when you book.
What size dumpster do I need for a bathroom or kitchen remodel?
A small bathroom remodel usually fits a 13-yard. A full kitchen or bathroom remodel, or carpet and flooring from an entire house, is a 15-yard job. If you are on the fence between sizes, the 15 is usually the right call.
What size dumpster do I need for a garage or whole-home cleanout?
A garage or attic clear-out fits a 13-yard. A serious garage-plus-basement cleanout is a 15-yard. Whole-home cleanouts and estate sales call for the 20-yard.
What size dumpster do I need for a roofing job?
Roofing on smaller homes fits a 15-yard, and roof tear-offs on larger homes need the 20-yard. Shingles are heavy, so they use up the included weight faster than household junk. Tell us the size of the roof when you book and we will flag it upfront.
What if I am not sure, or I pick the wrong size?
Describe your project in one sentence and we will size it in about two minutes. Call 470-497-8103. When in doubt, go one size bigger: a second dumpster costs far more than one size up would have.
What if I fill the dumpster before my project is done?
Call 470-497-8103 and we will swap it for an empty one, usually next-day.
Pricing and Fees
How much does it cost to rent a dumpster?
Most of our rentals run $280 to $535. A 13-yard dumpster is $280 for 3 days or $295 for 7 days, a 15-yard is $385 or $435, and a 20-yard is $485 or $535. The full list is on our pricing page.
What is included in the price?
Delivery, pickup, and the listed weight allowance: 1 ton for the 13-yard, 2 tons for the 15-yard, and 3 tons for the 20-yard. Extra weight is $75 per ton.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. The only extras are overweight loads at $75 per ton, extra days at $20 per day, and sorting fees if prohibited or mixed materials are loaded.
What happens if I go over the weight limit?
Overage is $75 per ton, billed after the landfill weighs the load. The usual causes are wet yard waste, roofing shingles, and concrete mixed into a household load. If you think the load might be heavy, tell us when you book and we will suggest a size, or a separate dumpster for the dense material.
Is a dumpster or full-service hauling cheaper for my job?
If you can do the loading, a dumpster is almost always cheaper. If you would rather point and have it disappear, our junk removal and hauling crew loads it for you, and the dumpster is built into that quote. Call 470-497-8103 and we will price both so you can choose.
Scheduling, Delivery, and Pickup
How do I rent a dumpster?
It takes one phone call or a couple of minutes online. Call 470-497-8103 or book online, tell us what the project is and what is going in the dumpster, and we will help you pick a size. Our step-by-step guide covers the whole process from booking to pickup.
How fast can you deliver?
Usually same-day or next-day. Our yard is on High Falls Road in Griffin, so local addresses are first on the route, and same-week delivery is standard across all seven counties we serve.
How long can I keep the dumpster?
The standard rental is 3 days, which covers most residential cleanouts, remodels, and yard projects. We also offer a 7-day option when you need more time.
What if I need the dumpster longer?
Additional days are $20 per day. Call 470-497-8103 before your scheduled pickup and we will extend it.
When do you pick the dumpster up?
We pick up at the end of your rental window and haul everything away. If you finish early or need more time, call and let us know.
Can contractors schedule swap-outs?
Yes. Call it in and we rotate a fresh container so a full dumpster never stalls your schedule. We also handle early drops, multi-week placements, and repeat service for ongoing projects. See our construction dumpster rental page.
Driveway and Placement
Will a dumpster fit in my driveway?
All three of our sizes fit a standard residential driveway. Every dumpster is 7 ft 5 in wide and 4 ft high, and they run 14 ft, 15 ft, or 19 ft long.
Will the dumpster damage my driveway?
We set the dumpster exactly where you want it and place it carefully to protect your concrete.
Can the dumpster sit on the street?
Nearly all of ours go on a driveway or private property, which needs no permit. If the dumpster has to sit on a public street, a permit may come into play. Tell us when you book and we will help you sort it out with the city.
What You Can and Cannot Put in a Dumpster
Accepted
- Construction and renovation debris
- Lumber, drywall, and roofing
- Household junk and furniture
- Yard waste
Not Accepted
- Asbestos
- Paint and chemicals
- Freon appliances
- Batteries and tires
- Liquids, flammables, and explosives
What can I put in the dumpster?
Construction and renovation debris, household junk and furniture, and yard waste.
What can I not put in the dumpster?
We cannot take hazardous waste such as asbestos, paint, chemicals, Freon appliances, batteries, or tires, and no liquids, flammables, or explosives. Loading prohibited or mixed materials can lead to sorting fees, so ask when you book if you are unsure about an item.
Can I put concrete, brick, or dirt in the dumpster?
Keep heavy material like concrete, brick, and dirt out of household loads, because it uses up the included weight fast. Tell us when you book and we will suggest a separate dumpster for the dense material. Keep metal separate from other debris too.
Can I put yard waste and storm debris in the dumpster?
Yes, yard waste is accepted. Wet yard waste is heavy, so watch the weight on big loads. If you would rather not do the clearing yourself, see our land clearing, brush clearing, and grading service.
Permits
Do I need a permit for a dumpster?
Not if the dumpster sits on your own driveway or private property, which is where nearly all of ours go. A permit only comes into play if it has to sit on a public street. Tell us when you book and we will help you sort it out with the city.
Service Area and About Us
Where does Haggai Dump and Haul deliver?
We deliver across Spalding, Henry, Butts, Lamar, Pike, Monroe, and Fayette Counties, including Griffin, Barnesville, Jackson, McDonough, Locust Grove, Hampton, Senoia, and Forsyth.
Is Haggai Dump and Haul a local company or a broker?
We are a family-owned, Griffin-based company with our own yard on High Falls Road. You talk to the same local team every time, not a national call center. Our article on local dumpster companies vs. national brokers explains the difference.
Do you offer services besides dumpster rental?
Yes. We offer junk removal and hauling, where our crew does the loading, and land clearing, brush clearing, and grading.
Prices, Sizes, and Booking
See our dumpster rental prices ($280 to $535), read the dumpster size guide, or book a dumpster online. Prefer to talk it through? Call 470-497-8103.
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