When dealing with the emotional and overwhelming task of an estate cleanout, finding a reliable and efficient solution is crucial. A dumpster rental offers a convenient way to manage the large volume of debris, discarded belongings, and bulky items that often come with clearing out a home.
At Scarborough Disposal, we provide dependable, tailored dumpster rental services designed to make estate cleanouts as smooth and stress-free as possible. Our team understands the complexities involved in such projects, and we’re here to help you navigate them with ease.
In this blog, we’ll explore why dumpster rentals are essential for estate cleanouts, what items can and cannot be disposed of, and how Scarborough Disposal ensures an environmentally responsible and hassle-free experience.
Read on to learn how our services can support you during this challenging time.
Sadly, we know that our elders will not be with us forever, and when they pass away it is the family that needs to process and deal with many things. This includes everything from processing wills to clearing out the home of the deceased (also known as the estate).
For some people, this can be done before their passing, particularly if they move to a seniors’ facility. As they can often only take a few personal items to such facilities, the estate can be cleared out before they pass away.
Once the items have been removed by the family members who wish to have certain keepsakes, the bigger task of removing everything else begins. This can be extremely overwhelming, especially if the estate is large.
Before you begin any form of large project, it is always wise to enlist the help of either a friend or another family member. In the case of estate cleanouts, this is particularly important as the process can be stressful and emotional. Having someone with you can make it easier. Also, if possible, ask someone who is impartial to the situation.
Go through each room individually and take stock of what is there. Some items can be donated or recycled. However, other things can go to the landfill—these are the items that will require a dumpster.
The items that can be donated or recycled should go first. They are the easier ones to handle physically. By removing them first, you can then get a better idea of what you have left, and then you can schedule your dumpster.
While many assume that having a dumpster means you can throw everything in it, including the kitchen sink, there are some things that cannot go to the landfill. These items include, but are not limited to, the following:
These items need to be handled with care and caution. They can have a severe impact on the environment if not properly disposed of, which can result in fines that the dumpster company can pass on to you.
In some cases, these chemicals can be extremely dangerous to handle, so there is a health and safety risk to the person dealing with them. If you are unsure where these items are to go, your dumpster rental company can happily advise you.
Dumpsters come in many different sizes and types. Some “roll-off” the flat desk of the truck, while others are “hoisted.”
When setting up your dumpster rental, the company will be able to advise you on the best size. However, it would help if you could let them know the area in which the dumpster will be situated.
For example, will the dumpster be placed on a driveway, alleyway, or on the street? In some cases, permits may be required, and a courtesy call to your neighbours would be advisable.
Dumpsters provide a great solution for removing all the large items and small debris easily from a home.
Bed frames, mattresses, cabinets, sofas, and other big pieces can all go into the dumpster. Broken items can either be bagged beforehand or thrown in loosely as long as there is no risk of injury to the employees moving the dumpster at the end of the rental.
Estates that are in good condition will take a day or two to clean out. If the estate has many items and a lot of clutter, then more time will be required to fully empty the residence. A separate cleaning company may be called in to assist with emptying the home, but having a dumpster on site will be crucial in these cases.
Make sure that you book the rental of your dumpster with enough time to allow you to complete your project. A dumpster rental company with flexible schedules and times will be able to work with you to accommodate your needs.
Utilizing a dumpster to aid in the cleanout process allows you to remove and dispose of waste in an eco-conscious way. For instance, dumpster rental locations in multiple municipalities reduce fuel costs and increase environmental stability.
Dumpster rentals ensure that only suitable items go into a landfill. Everything else will be recycled in appropriate ways in order to protect the local ecosystems.
This is also a great way to avoid fines. If you are ever in doubt about where an item should go, your dumpster rental company will advise you on this issue.
Scarborough Disposal Ltd. has been in the dumpster rental business servicing Toronto and the GTA from Ajax to North York for over 30 years.
With our knowledge and experience, we understand which items go where and how to provide the best dumpster options for you. We understand your situation, and we will assist you accordingly.
Our customer service team is friendly and professional, and we can answer any and all questions you have during this difficult time. We can even help you figure out the things you have missed or were unaware of, such as contacting the local government for permission to have the dumpster on the road if required.
Whatever your needs and situation, Scarborough Disposal Ltd. is here to help. You can call us at 416-265-7979 or go online to get your free quote now or to book your dumpster.