Don't Wait for Spring — Rent a Dumpster Now Instead

While spring cleaning is a concept with which most Floridians are familiar, early winter may be an even better time to give a big cleanup and refresh to your property. What makes now the time to tackle this project? And how can something as simple as a dumpster help? Discover a few of the reasons you may want to rent that dumpster now.

Winter is harsh on your outdoor spaces. Make them ready now in order to have a better season and less work in the spring. You might prune some trees and trim bushes as they go dormant during cold weather. Your plants have likely finished flowering for the year, so some — such as gardenias and hydrangeas — should also be pruned now. And you can clear out the old vegetable garden to prep it for spring.

In addition, this is the time to clear away old debris, fix drainage issues before they're a rainy season problem, and create better pathways for bad weather use. Be sure you have garbage containers on hand to avoid leaving any of that unwanted litter around.

Most people spend the bulk of their time indoors during the winter. How ready is your home to be a haven as the days get even darker and colder? Could it use some sprucing up or even a makeover? This is the time to throw out that aging and uncomfortable sofa, to buy fluffy bedding, or to replace your ancient fireplace with a modern version that lights up at the push of a button. 

Ensure your home and property are free from potential weather hazards. You might prune away dead or damaged branches on trees to prevent them from breaking in windstorms. Old and unused outdoor equipment — like play sets, kids' old toys, and nonfunctional gardening equipment — should be removed as well. Finally, inspect the roof and repair any defects while the weather is still mild. 

If you haven't sorted through your yard or made improvements to the home's exterior in a while, you may want a large dumpster that can sit in the driveway or alley. The more room in the dumpster, the more likely you and your family will find things to fill it with. 

Have you planned some sort of home remodel? If so, early winter may be the best time to score a great deal on renovations large and small. Many contractors have less work in the off-season, so they may offer better deals and bigger discounts. And you're competing with fewer other homeowners to get on the schedule. Most construction projects need a dumpster to handle the debris, some of which may be recyclable.

Whether people will come for parties or stay for weeks on end, holiday months bring holiday guests. Assess the state of your public areas and guest rooms to see how much of a project it may take to get them ready for use. You might just need to update some décor and clean up guest bedrooms or bathrooms. Or you might need to completely clear out your guest room that's become a storage space.

 

Large cleanup projects benefit from a dumpster sufficient in size to avoid slowing down the work. The good news is that dumpsters come in a variety of sizes so you can tailor yours to your particular project. 

Would an off-season cleanup project benefit your Ft. Meyers home or property? No matter what type of improvement you want to make — from fixing up the yard to preparing the house for guests — start with a call to ESP Dumpsters. Our rental dumpsters come in a range of sizes to accommodate all your cleanup needs. Stop by or call today to learn more.