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Dumpster or Dump Trailer?

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If you’re not a “handy” person or not into knowing all the in’s and out’s of hauling equipment, you could be thinking - “what’s the difference between a dumpster and a dump trailer? They both are used to dump items in, aren't they?” Yes, a dumpster and a dump trailer are similar in that they can both be used to haul away items. However, you will find that a dumpster lessens the loader’s work load. With a roll off dumpster, we’re able to place it on a surface and you don’t have to worry about it rolling off a hill or down a driveway. Whereas with a dump trailer, you do need to use a little more caution in placement because it still needs to be secured at the wheels and at the tow hitch. Now you’re ready to start loading it up. The major difference you’ll see here is that once the doors are swung open, there is a significant difference from the floor to the unit itself. If you’re trying to move a large item, you will have less of a height to climb using a dumpster. The lower distance