Potomac Waste Solutions LLC — Dumpster Rental Service Agreement
Last Updated: April 2026
By placing an order with Potomac Waste Solutions LLC ("Company," "we," "us"), you ("Customer," "you") agree to the following terms and conditions:
1. Rental Period
Each dumpster rental includes a 7-day rental period beginning on the date of delivery. If you need the dumpster for longer than 7 days, additional days will be charged at $15.00 per day. Please contact us to schedule a pickup when you are finished.
2. Weight Allowance & Overweight Fees
Each dumpster size includes a weight allowance as follows:
- 10 Yard (Dirt & Concrete): Flat rate — no weight allowance applies
- 15 Yard: 1 ton (2,000 lbs) included
- 20 Yard: 1.5 tons (3,000 lbs) included
- 30 Yard: 2.5 tons (5,000 lbs) included
If the contents of your dumpster exceed the included weight allowance, an overweight fee of $145.00 per additional ton will be charged to the card on file. Dumpster contents are weighed at the disposal facility and weight tickets are available upon request.
Maximum weight limit: No dumpster may exceed 8 tons (16,000 lbs) total weight. Loads exceeding 8 tons will incur additional fees for overweight hauling and disposal. The Customer will be responsible for all associated costs.
Minimum load: All dumpsters are subject to a minimum load of 1 ton (2,000 lbs). If the dumpster contents weigh less than 1 ton at the time of pickup, the Customer will still be charged the full base rental rate. No refunds or adjustments will be issued for loads under the minimum.
3. Additional Item Fees
The following items are accepted but subject to additional charges:
- Mattresses: $25.00 per mattress
- Tires: $50.00 per tire
These fees will be charged to the card on file after pickup.
4. Prohibited Items
The following items are NOT permitted in any dumpster:
- Hazardous materials (paint, chemicals, solvents, oil, fuel, pesticides)
- Batteries (automotive or industrial)
- Propane tanks or pressurized containers
- Asbestos-containing materials
- Medical or biological waste
- Electronics and appliances containing refrigerants (fridges, freezers, A/C units)
- Flammable or explosive materials
If prohibited items are found in the dumpster, additional fees may apply for proper disposal, and the Customer will be responsible for all associated costs. The Customer is responsible for all contents placed in the dumpster, regardless of who deposited them. This includes items placed by neighbors, passersby, or any third party. The Customer should take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized use of the dumpster.
5. Contamination / Mixed Load Fee
If a dumpster designated for a specific material type (e.g., dirt & concrete) is found to contain mixed or prohibited materials, the Customer will be charged a contamination fee of up to $250.00 plus any additional disposal costs incurred at the landfill or recycling facility. The actual fee will depend on the severity of contamination and disposal facility surcharges.
6. Card on File Authorization
By placing an order, you authorize Potomac Waste Solutions LLC to keep your payment card on file and charge it for:
- Overweight fees (as described in Section 2)
- Additional rental days beyond the 7-day included period (as described in Section 1)
- Additional item fees (as described in Section 3)
- Contamination fees (as described in Section 5)
- Dry run / trip fees (as described in Section 7)
- Fees for prohibited items requiring special disposal
- Any damage to Company equipment caused by Customer negligence
You will be notified via email of any additional charges before or at the time they are applied. All charges are final and non-refundable unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.
7. Dry Run / Failed Delivery Fee
If our driver arrives at the delivery location and is unable to deliver or pick up the dumpster due to restricted access (locked gate, blocked driveway, vehicles in the way, no one available when presence is required, or incorrect address), a dry run fee of $150.00 will be charged to the card on file. A second delivery or pickup attempt will be scheduled at no additional trip fee, subject to availability.
8. Permits & Property Access
If the dumpster is to be placed on a public street, sidewalk, or right-of-way, the Customer is solely responsible for obtaining any required permits from the local municipality prior to delivery. The Company is not responsible for any fines, penalties, or towing costs resulting from failure to obtain proper permits. The Customer must ensure the delivery location is accessible for a standard roll-off truck.
9. Dumpster Placement & Property Responsibility
The Customer is responsible for ensuring that the delivery location is accessible and that the dumpster can be safely placed. The Company is not responsible for any damage to driveways, lawns, or other surfaces caused by the normal delivery, placement, and pickup of the dumpster. If you have concerns about surface damage, we recommend placing plywood or boards under the dumpster.
10. Overfilling
Dumpsters must not be filled above the top rim of the container. Overfilled dumpsters cannot be safely transported and may result in additional fees or require the Customer to remove excess material before pickup.
11. Abandoned Dumpster
If the Customer fails to schedule a pickup within 30 days of the original delivery date and does not respond to contact attempts by phone or email, Potomac Waste Solutions LLC reserves the right to retrieve the dumpster without further notice. All accumulated additional day fees, plus any applicable overweight, item, or disposal fees, will be charged to the card on file. Failure to respond does not waive the Customer's obligation to pay.
12. Photo Documentation
Potomac Waste Solutions LLC reserves the right to photograph the contents of the dumpster at the time of pickup for the purpose of verifying weight, contents, and billing accuracy. These photos may be used as evidence in the event of a billing dispute.
13. Cancellation Policy
Orders cancelled more than 24 hours before the scheduled delivery date will receive a full refund. Orders cancelled within 24 hours of the scheduled delivery may be subject to a cancellation fee. Once the dumpster has been delivered, no refunds will be issued for the base rental fee.
14. Liability
Potomac Waste Solutions LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the Customer for the rental.
15. Agreement
By checking the agreement box and completing your order, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to all terms and conditions outlined in this Service Agreement.
Potomac Waste Solutions LLC
Serving Southern Maryland