Some people wonder if it is better to use a dumpster or a bagster for their project. It is a question that comes up often, but the answer depends on your project.
What is a Bagster?
Bagsters are small bags that you have to buy first. You can find them at home improvement stores or online. You have to pick them up through Waste Management. Bagsters cost less than dumpster rentals, but there are some things you should think about before using one.
Durability
Bagsters are made of rigid, woven material. They have two handles that allow a small crane to pick it up and place it on the truck during removal. Bagsters can only hold up to 3,300 pounds, while a standard dumpster can hold 1-3 tons. Bagsters are better for small cleanouts or simple junk removal jobs.
Be careful with sensitive materials such as metal, nails and screws when putting your things in the Bagster. If you’re careful, you can avoid tearing or poking holes in the material. A traditional dumpster is made of metal construction, so you don’t have to worry about ruining the rental.
Waste not
When deciding between a Bagster and a dumpster rental, think about what type of materials will be going into them. The main thing to think about is the size of your space. Since the Bagster is lower to the ground, it is suitable for smaller items, like garbage or construction waste. But it can’t fit as many bulky items as a dumpster can.
The Bagster is smaller than other waste containers, so you may need to cut down on the size of your waste for it to fit.
When packing a Bagster, try to line the walls with debris the same size as the Bagster. It will help keep the walls from falling in and help keep the container’s shape.
There are some things you cannot put in the dumpster or Bagster. For a list of what these things are, please click here.
Makes Cents
The initial purchase of a Bagster is only $30, but there is an additional charge for pickup. The pickup cost varies greatly depending on the area in which you live. The price can vary significantly between $120 to $310. You can check with the Bagster site to determine how much it would cost for Waste Management to pick up in your area.
The price you pay for a dumpster rental includes everything–the use of the dumpster and the pickup. The only time you could incur additional fees is if you go over the weight limit, if you left a mess around the dumpster that the crew needs to clean up, or if you tossed hazardous materials into the dumpster.
Pick Me Up
After you finish your Bagster, you call Waste Management to schedule a pickup. They will come to your house and pick it up. It may take a few days for them to go to your area, but they will come. With dumpster rentals, you call and schedule the pickup whenever you want it. If you need it gone that afternoon, your local dumpster rental service can do that for you. A dumpster rental is usually ten days long, so you can have it picked up anytime before then or after those ten days.
It would help to place your container in an open space so the hauler or Waste Management vehicle could access them for pickup. If you have any obstructions, like objects or tight accessways, move them away so the truck can get to your container. You will also want to have at least 18 feet of space above your container so the WM crane and dumpster rental hauler can easily retrieve the rentals.
Conclusion
The choice between a Bagster and a traditional dumpster rental all comes down to your project. Bagsters are suitable for smaller cleanouts or projects with debris removal that is 3 yards or less. Dumpster rentals are great for home improvement and construction projects large furniture and yard waste jobs such as cutting down several trees.
Despite the material, price point, and pickup schedule, the choice is going to come down to how big your project is. If you have a project producing a significant amount of debris, you should consider renting a dumpster.
If you are still unsure which one to pick, you can contact Waste Management or your local dumpster rental service in Plymouth MA. They can help you determine what works best for your specific project size and budget. It’s better to ask these questions now than to try to figure it out while in the middle of your project.
