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CONTAINERS

Our Standing Assortment of Containers

Brackenbox offers 4 sizes of dumpsters

Top Reasons To Consider Renting a Roll-Off Container

There are many reasons to choose a roll off dumpster rental for your next construction, cleanup, or renovation project. Dumpster rental offers the utmost in convenience regardless of the size of your project, from a thorough spring cleaning to new home construction.

Corralling all of your garbage in a single container keeps your entire property cleaner during your project, helping you to maintain curb appeal and reducing the chances of inviting pests. Using a single dumpster for your waste is much more convenient than trying to fit it into multiple standard-sized trash or yard waste containers.

You can schedule dumpster pickup service at a time that is convenient for you, rather than waiting for regular trash, yard waste, or recycling collection days. This keeps your property cleaner and lets you get rid of waste on your own schedule, whether you need regular pickups throughout your project or simply want your full dumpster removed once the job is complete.

Safety is an important concern during any cleanup or construction project. Keeping debris contained in a high-walled dumpster is safer than piling it around your property or placing it in containers that are too small, eliminating tripping hazards and the potential for injury, especially if you have children or pets.

Brackenbox 10 yard dumpster

Our 10 Yard Containers are the designated size for use by concrete contractors, soil remediation removals; but are also great for homeowners looking to remodel a bathroom or clean out a small attic.

Brackenbox 20 yard dumpster

Our 20 Yard Containers are suitably sized for whole-house clean-outs, kitchen cabinet removal-renovations and larger roofing material carry-offs. This unit is a bargain when compared in cost/cubic yard with a 15 Yard unit.

Brackenbox 30 yard dumpster

Now for the vey best in cost per cubic yard, consider our 30 Yard Container.

This unit is perfect for new construction sites, with the excess of packaging material, for garage demolitions and more.

Some Key Facts & Considerations About Renting a Roll-Off Container

Roll-off containers, or dumpsters, derive their name from the way they are “rolled off” of the back of a truck during delivery to your jobsite or property. These dumpsters are open-top containers designed for the containment of construction, yard or household waste. Once your job is complete, the dumpster is then ‘Rolled” back onto the back of a truck and carried away for sorting, recycling and disposal of the ‘true’ waste. When renting a roll-off container, it is important to consider such factors as the capacity of the dumpster you will need for the volume and or weight of the items you need disposing. You will also want to consider how long you will require it on your site, where is the best placement for the container, if there is adequate room for the truck to maneuver, and if your town requires a permit.

Is Ordering a Dumpster from Brackenbox Difficult?

Absolutely not! Here are a few facts that allow us to stand out as the best place in Northeastern Illinois to rent a dumpster…

Highest Weight

Allowance

Weight

Where other companies will charge you by the ton, the Brackenbox price includes your first 3 tons with your flat rate fee!

Longest Standard

Rental Period

Seven day rentals

Where many of our competitors offer only a 3 day rental period, Brackenbox provides you an entire week!

Greatest Contract Flexibility

Agreement

Finished early and need a pick-up, or want to extend your rental over the phone? No problem with Brackenbox.

Most Convenient

Ordering System
Saving time

Need to secure a dumpster while our competitors are sleeping? Our pricing and order system works 24/7.

Best Overall
Value
Saving money

When you take everything into consideration, Brackenbox consistently delivers top value.

What dumpster is right for me?
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In addition to Chicago, we provide dumpsters to these areas daily…

  • Alsip
  • Bedford Park
  • Blue Island
  • Bridgeview
  • Burbank
  • Burnham
  • Calumet City
  • Calumet Heights
  • Chicago Heights
  • Chicago Ridge
  • Country Club Hills
  • Crestwood
  • Crete
  • Dixmoor
  • Dolton
  • East Hazel Crest
  • Evergreen Park
  • Flossmoor
  • Ford Heights
  • Frankfort Square
  • Gilletts
  • Glenwood
  • Goodenow
  • Harvey
  • Hazel Crest
  • Hickory Hills
  • Homer Glen
  • Justice
  • Lansing
  • Lynwood
  • Markham
  • Matteson
  • Merrionette Park
  • Midlothian
  • Mokena
  • Monee
  • Oak Forest
  • Oaklawn
  • Olympia Fields
  • Oakland Hills
  • Orland Park
  • Palos Heights
  • Park Forest
  • Posen
  • Richton Park
  • Riverdale
  • Robbins
  • Sauk Village
  • South Holland
  • Steger
  • Thornton
  • Tinley Park
  • University Park
  • Willowbrook
  • Worth
  • E. Chicago, IN
  • Munster, IN
  • Highland, IN
  • Whiting, IN

At Brackenbox, we are committed to offering dumpsters and recycling services at competitive prices while striving to exceed your expectations. If you are unsure about the type of dumpster you need, please feel free to get in touch with us so we may assist you. We have a wide range of sizes and are happy to provide you with our expert advice.

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WHERE TO FIND US:

2300 W. 167th Street Markham, IL 60428

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Yard Waste

Here are some things you should know about disposing yard waste:

  • Under Illinois Law, it is illegal to put yard waste in your weekly garbage can, so a rented waste container is the only option for most homeowners.
  • Yard waste includes organic materials like grass, leaves, dead plants, and branches. It does not include dirt, rocks, tree stumps, sod, and food scraps.
  • If you are attempting to dispose of excavated soil, you will need to submit a form LPC-662 to the Illinois Dept of Environmental Protection.
  • And if soil is your yard waste, please order a 10 yard dumpster.
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Seasonal & Remodeling

Here are some things you should know about disposing seasonal items:

  • Christmas trees and wreaths are fine, but please be certain to remove the lights.
  • Please see our details on yard waste for brush and leaves.
  • Old snow and other tires are subject to a collect fee.

Here are some things you should know about disposing remolding debris:

  • Most fixtures, removed during a renovation or remodeling project are accepted in a waste container; but please review our page on appliances before throwing it all together.
  • Light fixtures and other such items are acceptable, but please do not dispose of any bulbs at the same time. Also be sure to remove any batteries that may be in some items .
  • Kitchen cabinetry, doors, wallboard, trim and other demolition debris is completely acceptable as well.
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Hazardous Waste

Here are some things you should know about disposing hazardous items:

  • Motor oil, gasoline, heating and diesel fuels are all BANNED disposal items.
  • Lithium batteries are considered hazardous and are banned from waste containers.
  • Spent car batteries, which contain lead and harmful acids are hazardous and banned from waste containers.
  • Asbestos waste is hazardous and is banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Propane tanks are considered hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Antifreeze of any type contains glycols that considered hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Pesticides and pool chemicals, especially chlorination tablets are hazardous and banned from disposal in a waste container.
  • Pressurized fire extinguishers and aerosol cans of all types are hazardous and are banned from disposal in a waste container.
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Furnishings

Here are some things you should know about old disposed bulk furnishings:

  • Bulk furnishings are acceptable in a rented waste container
  • Mattresses; however, are subject to a State-mandated $10 Fee.
  • Please remember that these items are called 'BULK' because they are BULKY and may take up valuable space in your container. If the items are still in good, serviceable condition, consider reaching out to organizations like Goodwill or The Salvation Army that may have just the use or place to rehome such items.
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Electronics

Here are some things you should know about electronics:

  • Illinois has an extremely strict E Waste Ban; hence, there are a number of items we are unable to accept in our dumpster units. These include: Televisions, Computer Consoles, Video players of all types; Cellphones, Smartphones, Gaming Consoles & Stereo Equipment.
  • Many such items are subject to recycling and any electronics store may be able to assist in such matters. .
  • Lithium batteries (rechargeable) and Fluorescent Light Bulbs are readily recyclable at most home centers and may not be placed in a rented waste container.
  • Any of these banned electronic items will be rejected if found in a rented container.
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Appliances

Here are some things you should know about appliances:

  • Dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, washers and driers are allowed in a dumpster; however, the doors MUST be removed ahead of disposal. If this is not done, we reserve the right to reject the item(s) or charge a fee for door removal. This in accordance with State Law.
  • Water heaters may be placed in your dumpster unit; but please ensure that it has first been thoroughly drained.
  • By State Law, microwaves must be recycled, which begins with returning them to the appliance store.
  • Should you have any further questions, please call us at 708.339.4100.
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Are You a Contractor, Looking for Additional Services?

Then, if you are new to Brackenbox, please be sure to drop us a line at...

Dump & Return -

Need us to come, grab your container, empty it and return it for refilling? We can do that!

Attentive Driver -

(Live-Load)- Need our driver to stay on-site while you fill your container? We can do that!

Container Liner -

(10 Yard Containers Only) - Need us to transport wet concrete or other saturated materials? We can install a liner into our 10 Yard Containers.

Relocation Service -

Need us to move your container from one area of your jobsite to another? We can do that!

Switch-Out Service -

Need us to bring an empty container when we come to pick-up your full unit? We can do that!

Wood Driveway Protection -

Need us to bring a selection of material to place under your container to protect your driveway? We can do that!

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What Materials Are Prohibited?

For a more complete listing, visit this page...

  • Aerosol cans
  • All liquids
  • Animals
  • Antifreeze
  • Appliances
  • Asbestos
  • Barrels
  • Batteries
  • Chemical products
  • Computers
  • Contaminated oils (mixed with solvents, gasoline, etc.)
  • Dirt
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Hazardous waste
  • Herbicides and pesticides
  • Industrial waste
  • Lubricating/hydraulic oil
  • Medical Waste
  • Microwaves
  • Monitors
  • Motor oil
  • Oil filters
  • Other flammable liquids
  • Paint (except dried latex paint cans, no liquids)
  • Petroleum-contaminated soil/lead paint chips
  • Propane tanks
  • Radioactive material
  • Railroad ties
  • Solvents
  • Televisions
  • Tires
  • Transmission oil
  • Keep in mind that larger dumpsters (30+ Yard Containers) may also prohibit additional materials, such as:
  • Concrete
  • Bricks
  • Demolition material