Contractors working in Danvers need a container that turns up when it was promised and leaves when it was supposed to. A missed delivery costs a crew a morning, and we know it.
Danvers sits where Route 1, Route 114 and 128 meet, so getting a truck in is easy from any direction. The older neighborhoods near the square have far shorter driveways than the newer sections out along Route 114.
We are a family-owned container company run by Steve, a local firefighter raised in this area. You book online in about a minute, see the exact price before you pay, and deal with the person whose name is on the truck.
Contractor and trade work in Danvers
We run a lot of repeat work for trades around Danvers, and it comes down to the same two things every time: the container is there on delivery day, and the price does not change after the job. Book online and the delivery window is confirmed on the spot rather than pending a callback.
Festival week in Danvers
Danvers has run a Family Festival every June since 1979, and it has grown to more than 30 separate events across the week: Endicott Park Day, the Big Pig BBQ, Oldies Night, Field Day and a Sinatra brunch among them. Endicott Park itself is 165 acres of meadow and woodland, and the Danvers Rail Trail runs 4.3 miles along the old Newburyport Branch from downtown out to the town lines.
- Danvers Family Festival Late June, across town. More than 30 events over the week, since 1979.
- Endicott Park Day A Saturday in June, Endicott Park. Doll carriage parade, rides, demonstrations and food.
- Danvers Rail Trail Year round. 4.3 miles from downtown to the neighboring towns.
Festival week is busy around Endicott Park and the square, but the Route 1 and Route 114 corridors stay open, and that is how the truck comes in. Delivery here is easy from any direction.
Dumpster sizes and prices in Danvers
Pick any of the four sizes for Danvers. The price covers delivery, pickup and the included weight, with nothing added at the end.
| Dumpster | Weight included | From |
|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard Dumpster | 1 ton | $475 |
| 12-Yard Dumpster | 1.25 tons | $525 |
| 15-Yard Dumpster | 1.5 tons | $625 |
| 20-Yard Dumpster | 2 tons | $725 |
Compare all four sizes side by side ›
The most common mistake on a Danvers job is ordering one size too small. Not sure? The item picker and the weight, roofing, drywall and deck calculators work it out in a minute, free.
Getting the truck in
Most Danvers deliveries are a driveway drop and take a few minutes. What slows one down is access: a gate nobody has the key for, a vehicle parked in the spot, or an address that turns out to be the office rather than the site. Those three account for nearly every wasted trip we make.
On a driveway in Danvers, the only paperwork is a dumpster permit from the Fire Prevention Bureau (part of the fire department), which the state fire code requires for any dumpster over 6 cubic yards that stays overnight. Danvers does not allow dumpsters on a street or sidewalk at all. Getting the permit is the customer's responsibility, so apply before delivery day. See Danvers in our dumpster permit guide for the source and the neighboring towns. If you are unsure whether your spot works, describe it in the notes when you book and we will tell you before the truck is loaded.
What can go in
Household junk, furniture, wood, drywall, roofing and metal are all fine. Hazardous material, tires, electronics, appliances containing refrigerants, mattresses, clothing and other textiles, masonry and yard waste are not. The full lists are on the FAQ page, and they are worth two minutes before you load: a prohibited item carries a $200 removal fee plus whatever the disposal facility charges us.
Asbestos can't go in the dumpster at any price. If you're removing old siding, roofing, floor tile, pipe insulation or plaster, have anything suspect tested first; newer buildings are not automatically clear. What we cannot take ›
Danvers questions
How much does a dumpster cost in Danvers?
The same as everywhere else we serve. Prices start at $475 and include delivery, pickup and disposal; the only other charge is the $19 booking fee, shown before you pay. There is no haul charge and no percentage added at the end.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Danvers?
On your own driveway, the only paperwork is a dumpster permit from the Fire Prevention Bureau (part of the fire department). The state fire code requires it for any dumpster over 6 cubic yards that stays overnight, which covers every rental we offer, and each permit covers up to 45 days. Danvers does not allow dumpsters on a street or sidewalk at all. Getting the permit is the customer's responsibility, so apply before delivery day.
How long can I keep the dumpster in Danvers?
Three, seven or fourteen days, chosen when you book. The 7-day is only $25 more than the 3-day on every size we run, which is almost always worth it. If you need longer once it is on site, extra days are $25 each.