How to do a Shed Replacement Cleanout Yourself in Phoenix, Arizona

If you are in the greater Phoenix area and are planning to remove and old shed and replace it with a new one, you will need to consider all the aspects that are involved.  One thing you don’t have to consider is where to rent a roll off dumpster. Dumpstermaxx will save you hauling your old shed, and the unwanted contents to the Seventh Avenue Landfill.  We will deliver a rental dumpster right to your driveway and pick it up when you are done with your project. Now let’s take a closer look at taking down that old shed and transferring its contents to a new one.

Should it Stay, or Should it Go?

Living in Phoenix you need to carefully inspect the shed before removing any items, there are insects like scorpions and wasps that can be lurking under or above you not to mention arachnids like the brown recluse, tarantula, and black widow.  If the shed to be removed has gaps or cracks wide enough to allow insects to come and go you may want to use a bug bomb or spray it with a powerful bug killer before removing the contents. Once you have determined it is safe to begin removing items, sort them by items you want to keep and items you want to throw out. Inspect the items to be thrown out to ensure no essential documents or valuable items are disposed of in the dumpster. You don’t want to throw out a birth certificate or bonds that you didn’t know you had. Once all unwanted items have been thrown in your roll off dumpster it is time to start taking apart the shed.

Adventures in Disassembly.

Taking apart your old shed can be a headache to say the least. You can make it easier by making sure you have the right tools for the job. Are the screws holding it together Phillips or flat head? Make sure your screw driver is the correct type. Are the joints bolted together? Make sure you have a ratchet set and pliers. A crowbar can be useful in separating panels that refuse to move. The right tools can make all the difference. There is one more thing to consider before you start taking apart your old shed, make sure that the power to any electrical outlets is off and shut off any valves running to plumbing.  Now you are ready to start taking apart you shed.

One Way or Another…

You may be worried about fitting everything from the old shed, including the shed itself, into your dumpster.  Chances are it will all fit with no alteration of materials required, but in cases where there is an abundance of things to be thrown into the dumpster, you can break them down by disassembling them, or cutting them with a saw.  If your shed was on a foundation, and you don’t plan on keeping it for the new shed, break it up with a sledge hammer and throw the debris into the dumpster. Remember that anything considered hazardous waste requires special disposal. Contact the Phoenix Public Works Department to determine if you indeed have hazardous waste.

In With the New

Make sure to follow the instructions when assembling your new shed. If you find you are not able to assemble it, a handyman can be hired to do the job for you.  Organize all screws, bolts and any other parts that are in abundance to keep them separate and eliminate mistakes. Throw all boxes, plastic wrap, and any other packing materials into your dumpster when complete.

Call Dumpstermaxx or fill out our online contact form for a free consultation. Our staff has years of experience with assessing dumpster needs and the knowledge to advise you on what size roll of dumpster you need. Contact us today; we want to help you get rid of that old shed so you can put up the new one!

This blog is originally posted here: https://dumpstermaxx.wordpress.com/2018/12/01/how-to-do-a-shed-replacement-cleanout-yourself-in-phoenix-arizona/

Three Reasons to Declutter Your Omaha Home.

People who live in Omaha appreciate the wide open Nebraska plains the city is situated on; even the city itself is laid out on clean lines, which are also reflected in its architecture. It makes sense that people living in such an uncluttered area would consciously or subconsciously be bothered by clutter in their own homes.  If you are one of those people in Omaha struggling with a home stuffed with clutter, Dumpstermaxx can help.  We can deliver a roll off dumpster right to your driveway and pick it up when you are done. No need to haul junk to the landfill on your own. We are the top Omaha company for all your dumpster needs.  With that in mind, let’s take a look at how you can benefit from decluttering your home.

Clutter Will No Longer Overwhelm You.

 

Perhaps the best reasons to declutter are psychological ones. Clutter has an impact on someone when they look at it. The various items strewn about the house and stuffed in closets present an ever-present issue that they have to deal with. You may have experienced the feeling yourself, lying awake at night lying in bed as you think about the piles of clutter in your garage, attic, and home.  For some of you it may be more daunting than a simple spring cleaning.  You may not have seen one of the walls in your bedroom for years. Remodeling the house may have occurred to you so you have more space to deal with all the clutter. Removing clutter will open up your home, let light in through windows that were previously blocked and improve your mood. Your sleep patterns will return to normal when you aren’t staring at clutter in your room every night.  Your stress levels will drop because you won’t have a looming cleanup problem in your home anymore. You will be able to move about freely and feel like your life has opened up. So don’t keep those old boxes filled with things you “might” need, toss them into your dumpster along with beat up furniture and junk that has no purpose.

Things are Easier to Find.

 

Another way decluttering reduces stress is that it allows you to find things faster. No longer will you be late for work because your car keys had fallen into an object that was cluttering your home.  Organizing your closets, garage, and attic will go a long way in improving your quality of life. When you have to hunt for something you need longer than a minute, it naturally brings about a rise in stress levels.  When you have disposed of unneeded things in your roll off dumpster, and have cataloged everything else, it will make everything easier to locate. Of course your productivity will be increased when you are able to find things and concentrate on whatever project you are undertaking.

You Won’t be Embarrassed by Your Home.

 

Relatives may have wanted to celebrate Thanksgiving in your home for years, but you turned them down because you know that your living room resembles a thrift shop.  An uncluttered home with room for family members to stand is something of which you can be proud.  If your family and friends were familiar with the mess your home was, they will be impressed by your clean and clutter free home.

Take the first steps today in reclaiming your life.  Call Dumpstermaxx or fill out our online contact form. We can advise you on what size dumpster you need and schedule a prompt delivery so you can start your home clean out right away.  It’s time to say goodbye to stress inducing clutter!

This blog is originally posted here: https://dumpstermaxx.wordpress.com/2018/11/12/three-reasons-to-declutter-your-omaha-home/