A tear-off is the one job where the container fills with weight rather than volume, and getting that wrong costs money on collection day. Roll-off containers take that pile off the property in one collection instead of a dozen trips.
Sizing a tear-off on the north side
Shingles are dense. A roof that produces a modest looking pile will reach the weight allowance while the container still looks half empty.
Layer count is the number that decides it. A single strip and a three-layer tear-off on the same roof are completely different loads, and only one of them fits the container you first thought of.
Give us the roof area and the number of layers when you book. Those two numbers size the job far better than a description of the pile.
What goes in the container
- Asphalt shingles from a tear-off
- Felt and underlayment
- Flashing, drip edge and trim
- Replaced decking and lumber
- Nails and general roofing debris
There is a short prohibited list and it is worth reading before you load rather than after. Paint, solvents, motor oil, fuel, chemicals, batteries, tires, asbestos and anything flammable are all excluded under federal and state rules. The EPA guidance on household hazardous waste sets out which materials count.
Choosing a size
Sizes run 15, 20 and 30. The 15 yard is 16ft by 7.5ft by 48in, 1 ton. The 20 yard is the same length at 6ft high, 2 ton. The 30 yard is 20ft by 7.5ft by 6ft, 3 ton, and it is built for construction work.
Weight is the part people misjudge. Furniture and cardboard use up room. Concrete, tile, shingles and dirt use up the allowance, and every ton over it is charged separately.
Getting to us from Valley Water Mill Park
The yard is at 2211 W Division St on the north-west side of the city, 7.1 miles from Valley Water Mill Park and about 14 minutes in normal traffic. Head out on East Valley Water Mill Road, then North Farm Road 171, then North Glenstone Avenue, then turn onto Payne Stewart Highway.
You will not need the directions to rent one. Delivery and collection both happen at the property. They are here because people ask how far away the yard actually is, and the answer is not far.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many layers can go in one container?
It depends on the roof area as much as the layers. Give us both and we will point you at the right size rather than the biggest.
Why does the container look empty when it is full?
Weight. Shingles are heavy for their volume, so the tonnage is reached long before the sides are.
Can the container sit near the roof line?
Usually, and it saves a lot of carrying. Tell us where you want it and mention any low branches on the approach.
Can decking go in with the shingles?
Yes, and it usually does. Tell us if a lot of decking is being replaced so the weight is planned for.
Booking a container near Valley Water Mill Park
Give us the job, the rough contents and the spot you want it. We will size it, agree a delivery window and quote the work rather than send you to a price table that does not know what you are throwing away. Same day and next day both run. Call (417) 838-4398, or see the full list of areas we cover.