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What is the Origin of the Dumpster in Montgomery County / Collegeville, PA?

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December 19, 2022

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The origin of dumpster was one of the most important inventions of the 20th century despite its underrated status for many years.

If not for George Dempster's invention of the dumpster, modern and urban cities of the 21st century would have been full of piles of rotting garbage. This could have led to numerous diseases. Cities were not aware of the detrimental effects of roadside garbage on public health until the 20th century. The invention of the dumpster led to the establishment of the first sanitation office, which was responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment on the streets. Aside from eliminating the labor-intensive process of collecting garbage on the streets, this invention also eliminated the use of horse-drawn carts.

Today, we offer the most advanced dumpster rental service in Montgomery County / Collegeville, PA at Dumpster Dudez.

History of the Dempster-Dumpster

As mayor of Knoxville, George Roby Dempster was familiar with the difficulties of hauling city waste through his construction business and is the original inventor of the dumpster. By applying the knowledge he gained about heavy machinery, he devised a more practical method of collecting, transporting, and disposing of debris. Today, we know this method as the dumpster. In 1935, when George Dempster put it into service, he originally intended to use the first dumpster for his construction business. However, when his competitors began ordering dumpsters, he eventually abandoned his construction business to produce large quantities of dumpsters.

Dumpsters: An Overview of Their Importance and Uniqueness

Dumpsters are very important and unique because they reduce labor requirements for moving debris by approximately 75%. Therefore, you do not require sanitation workers to transport dirt, garbage, and other types of debris on a flatbed. The advent of the dempster-dumpster has simplified the process of retrieving and removing the contents of the dumpster. There was a time in the 1950s when Dempster's company introduced the Dumpmaster, which today is referred to as the modern garbage truck.

As a result of the creation of the dumpster, the front-loading garbage truck became the first commercially successful unit in the entire country. A driver no longer needs to physically haul his dumpster to a landfill with this truck. It is now possible to empty multiple dumpsters at once with a single truck. As a result, garbage collection has become faster and more efficient around the world. All dumpster manufacturers continue to follow the legacy of the Dempster-Dumpster as a legacy from the earliest days of dumpster manufacture.

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If you are undertaking a construction cleanout at your home or business, renting a dumpster in Montgomery County / Collegeville, PA will ensure that the debris is removed to landfills or recycling centers on time. In case of improper waste disposal results in an accident, a dumpster container could prevent serious litigation and accidents.

If you would like to clean out your debris promptly, get a free instant quote from Dumpster Dudez today.

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  • Aunt Dot
    Apr. 21, 2025
    I reached out to many disposal companies to inquire about pricing and availability. The large companies use AI and only want to get your information not give information you are looking for. Most of the other companies I left messages for and didn’t hear back from in a timely manner. I heard back from Aaron both via text and phone. He provided the info I was looking for and pricing was very reasonable. My experience only got better after we chose to use DD. They delivered when they said they would. Let me know when they were on their way. When we realized we would need a second dumpster it was more of the same outstanding customer service. Don’t waist your time calling around for a dumpster. Call Aaron and get going on filling up the dumpster.
  • Regina Barr
    Apr. 19, 2025
    Could not have been easier!
  • Sierra
    Apr. 13, 2025
    This service is great! Affordable and they delivered the dumpster promptly and also picked it up promptly. Highly recommend.
  • Brian Wyde
    Apr. 11, 2025
    If you are debating which company to hire - let me help - USE THESE GUYS. I got a 15 Yd for a house clean out in a HOA development. The dumpsters are in good repair - shorter footprint - size of a full size vehicle - they drop it carefully on pressure treated lumber - drop off guy called in advance - proper & careful placement - great rates - prompt pickup after completion. FIVE STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ service. These ARE the guys - this is who you hire. You’ll thank me later.
  • Henry Belber
    Apr. 1, 2025
    Excellent
  • Albert Pearson
    Mar. 31, 2025
    Great experience on time and quick pick up. Thanks
  • Brendan Jones
    Mar. 26, 2025
    Great service. Fast Reliable
  • The Tiger Throwing Channel
    Mar. 25, 2025
    The price of the dumpster I rented was very competitive and the drop off and pick up were flawless. Highly recommend Dumpster Dudez!!
  • Jim Colizzo
    Mar. 18, 2025
    I’m a local contractor and use waste/dumpster services often for demolition. This was my first experience using Dumpster Dudez and I have to say that I was very impressed! They were polite and personable (a tall order these days!) during the reservation process, and prompt with the delivery and pickup. Pricing was clear and very fair. I wasn’t present for the drop off but the homeowner was - he said the driver was very nice (which I appreciate because who I choose to do business with is a reflection on my business). I was there first the pickup and had a very nice interaction with the driver. I’ll for sure be using Dumpster Dudez for my future waste needs. Jim Colizzo Colizzo Home Services, LLC
  • Sloan Coletta
    Mar. 14, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez provided outstanding service from start to finish! The booking process was seamless, their pricing was fair, and they delivered exactly as promised. The dumpster arrived on time, was placed exactly where needed, and was picked up promptly when we were finished. Aaron & his team were professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful in answering all our questions. Highly recommend!
  • David Neff
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Love working with Dumpster Dudes!!! Thr guys are super nice and helpful!!!
  • Neil Phelan
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Your drivers were awesome!!
  • Julie Seward
    Mar. 5, 2025
    Great Service! Needed more than 1 dumpster for the job and they showed up early the next day and hauled away the full one.
  • Thea Torrillo
    Feb. 25, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez are the best! Great communication, seamless process from beginning to end. Will definitely be using again in the future!
  • Amy Largent
    Feb. 25, 2025
    I needed a dumpster rental for a basement clean out. Dumpster Dudez was very easy to work with. I got very frustrated at the supposed “instant quotes“ other companies would claim, only to request your contact information and say they would call you back later. That is not an instant quote! Dumpster Dudez had their pricing right on the website, and I was able to book without contacting anybody. I received text and email confirmation. Everything was clear as day. Delivery was the next day, they showed up on schedule, and put the dumpster right where we requested. I needed a new dumpster because we had too much junk, and they were reachable through text message, and two quick back-and-forths got me another dumpster on the way. Highly recommend, great service. (And I looked at all of the competition in the area, and their price is right there.)
  • Aunt Dot
    Apr. 21, 2025
    I reached out to many disposal companies to inquire about pricing and availability. The large companies use AI and only want to get your information not give information you are looking for. Most of the other companies I left messages for and didn’t hear back from in a timely manner. I heard back from Aaron both via text and phone. He provided the info I was looking for and pricing was very reasonable. My experience only got better after we chose to use DD. They delivered when they said they would. Let me know when they were on their way. When we realized we would need a second dumpster it was more of the same outstanding customer service. Don’t waist your time calling around for a dumpster. Call Aaron and get going on filling up the dumpster.
  • Regina Barr
    Apr. 19, 2025
    Could not have been easier!
  • Sierra
    Apr. 13, 2025
    This service is great! Affordable and they delivered the dumpster promptly and also picked it up promptly. Highly recommend.
  • Brian Wyde
    Apr. 11, 2025
    If you are debating which company to hire - let me help - USE THESE GUYS. I got a 15 Yd for a house clean out in a HOA development. The dumpsters are in good repair - shorter footprint - size of a full size vehicle - they drop it carefully on pressure treated lumber - drop off guy called in advance - proper & careful placement - great rates - prompt pickup after completion. FIVE STAR ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ service. These ARE the guys - this is who you hire. You’ll thank me later.
  • Henry Belber
    Apr. 1, 2025
    Excellent
  • Albert Pearson
    Mar. 31, 2025
    Great experience on time and quick pick up. Thanks
  • Brendan Jones
    Mar. 26, 2025
    Great service. Fast Reliable
  • The Tiger Throwing Channel
    Mar. 25, 2025
    The price of the dumpster I rented was very competitive and the drop off and pick up were flawless. Highly recommend Dumpster Dudez!!
  • Jim Colizzo
    Mar. 18, 2025
    I’m a local contractor and use waste/dumpster services often for demolition. This was my first experience using Dumpster Dudez and I have to say that I was very impressed! They were polite and personable (a tall order these days!) during the reservation process, and prompt with the delivery and pickup. Pricing was clear and very fair. I wasn’t present for the drop off but the homeowner was - he said the driver was very nice (which I appreciate because who I choose to do business with is a reflection on my business). I was there first the pickup and had a very nice interaction with the driver. I’ll for sure be using Dumpster Dudez for my future waste needs. Jim Colizzo Colizzo Home Services, LLC
  • Sloan Coletta
    Mar. 14, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez provided outstanding service from start to finish! The booking process was seamless, their pricing was fair, and they delivered exactly as promised. The dumpster arrived on time, was placed exactly where needed, and was picked up promptly when we were finished. Aaron & his team were professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful in answering all our questions. Highly recommend!
  • David Neff
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Love working with Dumpster Dudes!!! Thr guys are super nice and helpful!!!
  • Neil Phelan
    Mar. 12, 2025
    Your drivers were awesome!!
  • Julie Seward
    Mar. 5, 2025
    Great Service! Needed more than 1 dumpster for the job and they showed up early the next day and hauled away the full one.
  • Thea Torrillo
    Feb. 25, 2025
    Dumpster Dudez are the best! Great communication, seamless process from beginning to end. Will definitely be using again in the future!
  • Amy Largent
    Feb. 25, 2025
    I needed a dumpster rental for a basement clean out. Dumpster Dudez was very easy to work with. I got very frustrated at the supposed “instant quotes“ other companies would claim, only to request your contact information and say they would call you back later. That is not an instant quote! Dumpster Dudez had their pricing right on the website, and I was able to book without contacting anybody. I received text and email confirmation. Everything was clear as day. Delivery was the next day, they showed up on schedule, and put the dumpster right where we requested. I needed a new dumpster because we had too much junk, and they were reachable through text message, and two quick back-and-forths got me another dumpster on the way. Highly recommend, great service. (And I looked at all of the competition in the area, and their price is right there.)