Sherman Rogers

If you are in the habit of opening your mail over the trash can and simply throwing away the useless junk, you could be at risk. Your junk mail could be the dumpster diver's treasure! Most dumpster divers are harmless; they're collectors or they're very poor and just looking for items they can use. But, some are looking to steal your identity with the junk mail that contains personal information and account numbers

One reported case of identity theft that was prosecuted was a case of dumpster diving. Dumpster divers go through other peoples' trash, looking for items they can use or sell.

Most dumpster divers are looking for clothing or household items; some are even looking for food. Most dumpster divers are harmless; some are homeless and this is one way they survive.

Some dumpster divers are hooked on drugs and looking for whatever they can find to sell in order to finance their next fix. Back in the 1990's, Stephen Massey leader of an identity theft ring, meth addict and dumpster diver, began stealing identities when he found barrels of recycled paper in a dump. These barrels contained all the personal information he needed including names, addresses, birth dates and social security numbers of people who were careless with their trash.

Massey and his partner were caught and imprisoned in the year 2000. This case led to certain legislative acts being enacted to require corporations and businesses to handle personal information more responsibly. Many use paper shredding services to dispose of personal and confidential information on their customers.

People need to handle their personal mail this way at home too. Dumpster divers make it a point to know the trash pick-up routes and they plan their own schedules accordingly, as to when they'll be in each neighborhood.

Shredders are available at most office supply stores. They come in all sizes; smaller ones for homeowners; larger, commercial grade models for businesses. Shredders are becoming as common of an item to own as the microwave oven.

Use care when throwing out junk mail, especially those annoying pre-approved credit card and mortgage loan letters which many people just throw out without opening. These are quite valuable to the identity thief; just what they need to get started in business.

Besides the issue of identity theft, dumpster divers also pose a liability risk to business owners who have dumpsters. Most dumpster rental services provide dumpsters that can be locked at night.

This article was written by Sherman Rogers of All-waste, LLC; a dumpster rental company who provides dumpster delivery service and same-day dumpster pick-up service to residential, commercial, retail and industrial customers. Sherman has the size, shape and competitive priced dumpster for any size job. Other services include container service, trash pick-up, hauling rubble, waste removal, delivery of landscaping supplies including mulch, sod, top-soil, crush aggregate and more. Visit http://thegarbageman.com/ for more information about services offered.

Dumpster rentals have become a popular convenience for homeowners who are doing large clean-ups. Dumpsters are no longer just for commercial or industrial use.

Dumpsters are commonly seen in front of a house that is being renovated or one where owners are cleaning up the yard or organizing their garage or basement. Dumpster rentals come in handy for disposing of rubbish; that is, garbage that is not food waste. Rubbish gets sorted at landfills and it's organized by types of trash and its rate of decomposition.

A dumpster rental is the easiest solution for having a lot of trash and rubbish hauled away. Call your local dumpster rental company to arrange delivery of a dumpster. Instruct them to place it by the curb, in your driveway, or wherever it is convenient for you. When the dumpster is full, call the service and have them pick it up and haul it away. It's that simple if you are working with a good dumpster rental company who cares about customer service, timely delivery and prompt pick-up.

A dumpster is handy for disposing of the debris from a large home-renovation project where you are tearing out walls, old tiles or carpet, kitchen cabinets or bathroom fixtures. It's so much easier to throw it all into a large dumpster than it is to break it down and try to stuff it into trash bags. Besides, your local trash pick-up service limits you to how much you can put out each week and there are rules as to what types of items they can take. A dumpster rental makes this a simple process

A dumpster rental is also handy for yard clean up projects like cutting down trees, removing shrubs or removing a rotted, old fence. Moving day is another good example of when a dumpster would be handy.

When planning to rent a dumpster, keep in mind where you want to have it placed. Clear the area for it to be placed as well as the area leading up to where you want it to make it easier for the delivery service. Be sure to plan for plenty of room to park your car if the dumpster is going to be in the driveway. Place the dumpster in a convenient location, near your project to avoid spending too much time walking everything to the dumpster. And keep in mind that dumpsters are tall; you might need to create a temporary, but sturdy step to make it easier to heave the rubbish into the container.

When looking into pricing, keep in mind that different dumpster rental companies have different methods of pricing. They might charge by the day or according to the weight of rubbish they haul away. Others charge a flat rate for the dumpster according to its size. Make sure the dumpster rental service you choose has an appropriate dumpster for your needs and a price that fits your budget.

This article was written by Sherman Rogers of All-waste, LLC; a dumpster rental company who provides dumpster delivery service and same-day dumpster pick-up service to residential, commercial, retail and industrial customers. Sherman has the size, shape and competitive priced dumpster for any size job. Other services include container service, trash pick-up, hauling rubble, waste removal, and delivery of landscaping supplies including mulch, sod, top-soil, crush aggregate and more. Visit http://thegarbageman.com/ for more information about services offered.

Dumpster diving is a popular activity in large cities where there are many homeless people looking for food, clothing and household items that have been discarded. Most people would think this is a disgusting activity, but to the identity thief, the average trash can is worth over $30,000.

Dumpster diving is not a crime if the trash can is left in a public place. If it is out on the curb, anyone can pick it up and carry it away. Dumpster diving is only a crime if the trash can is sitting on private property, like beside the house or garage. Public dumpsters like those by apartment buildings are not off limits to the dumpster diver.

So, if your trash is out by the curb, the trash picker can go through it and find the valuable information needed to create new accounts, clean out existing accounts and take over other personal aspects of your life. Stealing identities is quick and easy. Sadly, it can take years to straighten out the mess.

People need to protect themselves from identity theft. The easiest way to protect your identity is to shred everything that contains personal information about you and your family. Use a quality shredder that cross-cuts your documents, turning them to confetti, and making it impossible for the identity thief to put the pieces of your life together just to destroy it.

Identity theft can be prevented by taking the time to properly dispose of paid bills, credit card pre-approval letters, mortgage refinance offers and anything that contains personal information, account numbers or social security numbers. Shred everything than contains personal information before putting it into the trash.

This article was written by Sherman Rogers of All-waste, LLC; a dumpster rental company who provides dumpster delivery service and same-day dumpster pick-up service to residential, commercial, retail and industrial customers. Sherman has the size, shape and competitive priced dumpster for any size job. Other services include container service, trash pick-up, hauling rubble, waste removal, delivery of landscaping supplies including mulch, sod, top-soil, crush aggregate and more. Visit http://thegarbageman.com/ for more information about services offered.

Renting a dumpster from a service that provides delivery and pick-up offers consumers multiple benefits such as a cleaner appearance on the job site, safety, simplicity, and cost efficiency. Consider a dumpster rental service for special one time projects, for long-term waste removal needs, and for ongoing construction issues.

Clean Appearance

Dumpster rentals provide a container for you to deposit garbage, removing it from sight. This keeps the property and worksite free from dangerous debris and adds to visual appeal by keeping ugly, unsightly waste from view. With a good service, you choose where you want your dumpster placed, so you control the visual aspect of your site. This method also keeps animals from spreading paper and food waste across the property and eliminates standard piles of garbage bags from sight, which helps avoid an eyesore.

Safety

Garbage, waste, and debris pose health and safety risks when left strewn about a jobsite or someone's property. People can and do get hurt from careless depositing of trash and other junk materials on the ground. Some waste, such as food and chemicals make people sick. Other waste, such as sharp materials and construction debris cut, bruise, and trip people and may lead to serious injury. Avoid these issues by renting a dumpster to contain the trash, waste, and debris on your property. This effectively removes the safety risks to everyone stepping foot on the property.

Simplicity

Trying to contain large amounts of trash and debris is a complicated process if you do not have access to a dumpster large enough to contain all of the debris. A dumpster removes this problem and simplifies the entire waste removal process. Not only do you have a container to house all of the garbage at once, but the garbage goes with the dumpster when the rental company picks it up. Streamline your waste management process. The dumpster rental service delivers the dumpster. You fill it. The rental service picks it up and deals with the waste disposal for you.

Cost - Efficiency

Look for a dumpster rental service that offers affordable service. Companies that outsource their waste removal activities often cost more than those who do not, so try to choose an all-inclusive service. Look for a company that offers a guarantee on services and time schedules to save time and money.

This article was written by Sherman Rogers of All-waste Dumpster Rental Company. All Waste, LLC was started in 1998 by Sherman Rogers with a single Mack truck and 12 roll-off dumpsters. Today Rogers runs an all-Mack fleet of 18 trucks and more than 1200 dumpsters. http://thegarbageman.com/ provides dumpster rentals, roll-off containers, waste removal, and portable storage containers to Macomb County, Shelby Charter Twp, Center Line, Clinton Twp, Chesterfield Twp, Fraser, Roseville, Utica, Detroit, Troy and neighboring cities and communities in the Metro Detroit Michigan area.

Though it might not seem like a major issue, selecting the proper dumpster rental service to meet your needs is very important to any project or waste removal situation. Choosing the wrong company may end up costing you more in the end and can pose major safety risks. But, choosing the right company can save you time, money, and reduce the risk of liability exposure.

Container Size

The amount of waste you produce is important when choosing a container size. What could be worse than ordering a dumpster, having it brought to your site, filling it, and realizing that the container isn't nearly big enough to complete your job? In this case, you must call the company and request another dumpster, costing you more money and wasting time. Even ordering an excessively large container is unnecessarily costly. Before placing an order for dumpster rental, know the amount of trash you wish to remove and discuss container sizes with the company you choose. Be sure that the dumpster rental service you choose has a container size that fits your needs.

Special Features

Consider your needs. Struggling to throw heavy waste over the side of a dumpster is a safety risk and takes more time and physical effort than necessary. Look for a container that has special features to meet your needs. Side and rear door swing openings are a good choice for heavy waste removal. Rear door swing openings support the use of ramps and make it easier to load heavy waste into the container.

Service Guarantees and Hidden Fees

Many dumpster rental services outsource their waste removal services, acting as middleman and collecting a surcharge on dumpster rentals. These services tend to cause consumers problems and pose hidden expenses. Using such a service often leaves you speaking to three or more contacts, waiting extra time for delivery and service, and having a hard time determining offered services. Try choosing a company that uses their own containers, delivery methods, and removal efforts. This saves time and money. You will speak to one contact, choose your container and services, and accept delivery of your dumpster in a timely manner. Look for a dumpster rental service that offers prompt, next-day service and guarantees that service.

Safety Concerns

Dumpsters pose serious health and safety risks. Look for a dumpster rental company that places warning labels on containers warning people to stay out of the container. This is important to reduce liability exposure on your site. If someone climbs into your dumpster on your property and there is no warning label, you may be liable for injuries. Choose a company that cares about safety and your liability.

This article was written by Sherman Rogers of All-waste Dumpster Rental Company. All Waste, LLC was started in 1998 by Sherman Rogers with a single Mack truck and 12 roll-off dumpsters. Today Rogers runs an all-Mack fleet of 18 trucks and more than 1200 dumpsters. http://thegarbageman.com/ provides dumpster rentals, roll-off containers, waste removal, and portable storage containers to Macomb County, Shelby Township, Bruce Twp, Harrison, Lenox, Sterling Heights, Ray Township, Warren, Detroit, Troy and neighboring cities and communities in the Metro Detroit Michigan area.