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Preparing for Dumpster Drop-Off in Milwaukee, WI

A Dumpster Dudez getting ready for a dumpster drop-off - learn more tips for a smooth dumpster drop-off! in Milwaukee, WI

August 31, 2022

Residential
Commercial
Yard Waste
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A smooth dumpster drop-off in Milwaukee, WI allows the Dumpster Dudez team to provide the best service possible and make your next clean-out easy.

A beautiful home or business location makeover is always a source of pride for homeowners. However, homeowners and businesses often overlook a crucial step when they have a home improvement or makeover project: preparing a good place for the dumpster during drop-off. To ensure successful delivery, there are steps to prepare the spot before the dumpster arrangement process begins. This article includes some tips to make it as easy as possible.

Dumpster Location

You should locate your dumpster where the dumpster can access it without being obstructed by trees or other objects that may obstruct its use. A minimum area of 10 feet wide and 14 feet long should be provided for delivery. The following factors should also be considered:

Topography

It is not a good idea to place a dumpster on an uneven surface. To avoid a dumpster rolling down a slope, ensure that the topography of the location is level.

Soil Hardness

If you place the dumpster on soft or grassy ground, it may sink and become very difficult to move. Consider the weight of the container and the debris you intend to dump when choosing a location for your dumpster.

Accessibility

It is important to place the dumpster in a convenient and easy-to-access location to avoid the truck getting stuck. Parking space of about 40 to 50 feet is also the safest bet for a distraction-free drop-off.

Delivery Truck's Size

Please note that you are responsible for clearing the driveway or drop-off location, and most dumpster trucks are at least 8 feet tall. Therefore, you must ensure that power lines and trees won't interfere with the delivery.

It is important to provide the dumpster company with all the necessary information about your property in order to avoid damage to your driveway or parking lot. Dumpster Dudez uses techniques to protect your yard from damage, taking into account the condition of your premises.

Dumpster Contents

You must know the kind of waste materials you intend to dispose of because every dumpster has a specific weight and volume restriction. You must be honest with our customer service representatives about the type of waste you have when discussing overflowing containers. Some of the types of waste you can put in the dumpster are:

  • Mixed-use Materials
  • Construction Debris
  • Heavy Materials (with advanced permission)
  • Appliances & Scrap Metal
  • Yard Waste

For a full list of acceptable items, visit our acceptable items page.

It is important to provide an appropriate location for the dumpster to be placed. Don't place your order in an area that is uneven or sloppy, grassy, or clustered with items that could hinder delivery. If you have a driveway or other important features in your yard, please provide all information.

Our experienced staff will be able to provide you with expert advice if you are still unsure which location is right for you. To rent a dumpster in Milwaukee, WI, click here to get your free instant quote today.

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    Apr. 2, 2025
    Very good experience with Dumpster Dudez! On time for both dropping off and picking! Would definitely recommend and use again!
  • Jackson Erdman
    Apr. 2, 2025
    Excellent service!
  • Bryan Stankovsky
    Mar. 30, 2025
    Very good communication with texts and phone calls. Prompt and we'll priced
  • Jessica Hutchins
    Mar. 29, 2025
    All around great experience. Easy to book online, great communication, and timely drop off/pick up. Will for sure use them again!
  • Ryan Castle
    Mar. 28, 2025
    Great company to work with. Friendly, affordable no hassle would recommend everytime.
  • Stephanie Sanders
    Mar. 28, 2025
    Excellent service, follow through, and communication. Will use them again!
  • Vinny Carpenter
    Mar. 25, 2025
    Five-Star Service from Dumpster Dudez of Greater Milwaukee! I had a great experience renting a dumpster from Dumpster Dudez of Greater Milwaukee. From start to finish, they were incredibly helpful and responsive. The delivery process was smooth, and I really appreciated the care they took to protect my driveway by placing wooden blocks under the dumpster—small detail, big impact! When I realized I needed to extend the rental, all it took was a quick text—super convenient and hassle-free. The whole team was great to work with, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. If you’re looking for a reliable and professional dumpster rental service, this is the crew to call!
  • Alissa Regner
    Mar. 18, 2025
    They were great! Promt,polite and hassel free! I've already ordered a second dumpster!
  • Mark Smolinski
    Aug. 15, 2024
    Very friendly. Used wood to protect my asphalt. Would use again. Update: used a 2nd time. Service just as good as the first
  • sealed secure
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Name is Jordan, and if I could give 10 stars I would. Communication, customer service, drop off pick up, pricing, ALL STELLAR. Rich is the one who dropped off the dumpster, super nice guy, stayed and chatted about work, super personable. All around great experience.
  • Ryan Jacobi
    Mar. 11, 2025
    Customer service and communication throughout the process was outstanding! Great company with exceptional staff - Jean, Rich, and Matt were all responsive, considerate, and professional. Definitely will work with Dumpster Dudez again and refer them to friends and family. Wonderful to work with a company that genuinely cares about their customers!
  • Laura Boyden
    Mar. 11, 2025
    So happy to have found this company. They were communicative, easy to work with. We will definately use you again and refer you to others. Thank you
  • Rich Katte
    Mar. 11, 2025
    Great experience--both the office and the driver were super friendly! They worked great with my requested timeline, were transparent, had competitive pricing, and communicated well (to include a text when the driver was on the way). Will definitely use them again for any future roll-off needs!
  • Brad Vander Velden
    Sep. 8, 2024
    This is a company that everyone needs to use. These guys helped me when I was stuck in a pinch. Vary friendly, and the communication was perfect. I will use these guys again 💯%. These guys helped when no other company would. I am telling you, this is the number one place.
  • Jeffrey Wilson
    Mar. 7, 2025
    The service was great! We were able to get a dumpster on short notice and it fit our needs perfectly. From the beginning communication was great all the way through to the pick up date. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a dumpster!
  • Kristle M
    Mar. 5, 2025
    They dropped the dumpster off within hours of calling at the last minute. Also gave us till the very last minute to come it. If I ever needed another one this is who I would call, and tell people about.
  • Kevin Contardi
    Mar. 4, 2025
    Highly recommended. Would definitely use them again. The container was dropped off and picked up right on time. It was placed where asked and they took great care to not damage the pavement.
  • David Foster
    Mar. 1, 2025
    Great communication from the driver on drop off and pickup. Their website was super easy to use.. I thought the prices were comparable to other local dumpster companies.
  • Sheridan Sander
    Mar. 1, 2025
    Very responsive. Exceptional to work with. Would recommend to anyone in need of dumpster services. Rich is fantastic!
  • Ammerman Family
    Feb. 28, 2025
    What a fantastic experience! I would highly recommend Dumpster Dudez for your dumpster needs. From pick up to drop off everything was smooth and some of the best communication from a company that we have ever experienced.
  • Steve Park
    Apr. 2, 2025
    Very good experience with Dumpster Dudez! On time for both dropping off and picking! Would definitely recommend and use again!
  • Jackson Erdman
    Apr. 2, 2025
    Excellent service!
  • Bryan Stankovsky
    Mar. 30, 2025
    Very good communication with texts and phone calls. Prompt and we'll priced
  • Jessica Hutchins
    Mar. 29, 2025
    All around great experience. Easy to book online, great communication, and timely drop off/pick up. Will for sure use them again!
  • Ryan Castle
    Mar. 28, 2025
    Great company to work with. Friendly, affordable no hassle would recommend everytime.
  • Stephanie Sanders
    Mar. 28, 2025
    Excellent service, follow through, and communication. Will use them again!
  • Vinny Carpenter
    Mar. 25, 2025
    Five-Star Service from Dumpster Dudez of Greater Milwaukee! I had a great experience renting a dumpster from Dumpster Dudez of Greater Milwaukee. From start to finish, they were incredibly helpful and responsive. The delivery process was smooth, and I really appreciated the care they took to protect my driveway by placing wooden blocks under the dumpster—small detail, big impact! When I realized I needed to extend the rental, all it took was a quick text—super convenient and hassle-free. The whole team was great to work with, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. If you’re looking for a reliable and professional dumpster rental service, this is the crew to call!
  • Alissa Regner
    Mar. 18, 2025
    They were great! Promt,polite and hassel free! I've already ordered a second dumpster!
  • Mark Smolinski
    Aug. 15, 2024
    Very friendly. Used wood to protect my asphalt. Would use again. Update: used a 2nd time. Service just as good as the first
  • sealed secure
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Name is Jordan, and if I could give 10 stars I would. Communication, customer service, drop off pick up, pricing, ALL STELLAR. Rich is the one who dropped off the dumpster, super nice guy, stayed and chatted about work, super personable. All around great experience.
  • Ryan Jacobi
    Mar. 11, 2025
    Customer service and communication throughout the process was outstanding! Great company with exceptional staff - Jean, Rich, and Matt were all responsive, considerate, and professional. Definitely will work with Dumpster Dudez again and refer them to friends and family. Wonderful to work with a company that genuinely cares about their customers!
  • Laura Boyden
    Mar. 11, 2025
    So happy to have found this company. They were communicative, easy to work with. We will definately use you again and refer you to others. Thank you
  • Rich Katte
    Mar. 11, 2025
    Great experience--both the office and the driver were super friendly! They worked great with my requested timeline, were transparent, had competitive pricing, and communicated well (to include a text when the driver was on the way). Will definitely use them again for any future roll-off needs!
  • Brad Vander Velden
    Sep. 8, 2024
    This is a company that everyone needs to use. These guys helped me when I was stuck in a pinch. Vary friendly, and the communication was perfect. I will use these guys again 💯%. These guys helped when no other company would. I am telling you, this is the number one place.
  • Jeffrey Wilson
    Mar. 7, 2025
    The service was great! We were able to get a dumpster on short notice and it fit our needs perfectly. From the beginning communication was great all the way through to the pick up date. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of a dumpster!
  • Kristle M
    Mar. 5, 2025
    They dropped the dumpster off within hours of calling at the last minute. Also gave us till the very last minute to come it. If I ever needed another one this is who I would call, and tell people about.
  • Kevin Contardi
    Mar. 4, 2025
    Highly recommended. Would definitely use them again. The container was dropped off and picked up right on time. It was placed where asked and they took great care to not damage the pavement.
  • David Foster
    Mar. 1, 2025
    Great communication from the driver on drop off and pickup. Their website was super easy to use.. I thought the prices were comparable to other local dumpster companies.
  • Sheridan Sander
    Mar. 1, 2025
    Very responsive. Exceptional to work with. Would recommend to anyone in need of dumpster services. Rich is fantastic!
  • Ammerman Family
    Feb. 28, 2025
    What a fantastic experience! I would highly recommend Dumpster Dudez for your dumpster needs. From pick up to drop off everything was smooth and some of the best communication from a company that we have ever experienced.