DUMP TRUCK vs DUMP TRAILER : JUNK REMOVAL

I give you the pros and cons regarding the on going battle of which to buy, a dump truck or dump trailer. Junk removal can be done with both and it will ultimately be up to you to decide which is best for your business. A trailer or dump trailer is a much lower entry cost but a dump truck just might make your life easier.
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[@redpix3264]

New to this hustle. Thanks for all the content, it has helped me get a clearer perspective of what it takes. M&D Dump & Haul Salisbury, NC.

[@Brockjn]

I've been looking for a dump trailer can't find one for 9k anymore. It's insane how bad it has gotten now. Thank u for all of your informative videos bud.

[@SteveConroy1]

Skip the dump trailer and get a dump truck!

[@Brockjn]

@@SteveConroy1 well as much as I complain about the price of dump trailers I don't want to start down the road of dump trucks at the moment. Hahaha But I live in rural area of Wisconsin and I've actually been looking at gooseneck vs bumper pull option.... And the population of my counties that I'm going to serve is about 200,000 people

[@SteveConroy1]

@@Brockjn If you're rural than a trailer is a great option. How much work do you have/do you anticipate on getting?

[@Brockjn]

@@SteveConroy1 I'd love to shoot for ten millions dollars a year but I'll take as much as I can get. I have a few realtors I'm looking to work with and I saw your advice on church bulletins but.... Don't know how to get on one of those yet lol. Do I go in the church? Their website?

[@tonybruzzese2883]

I'm a landscaper in Pittsburgh and recently started hauling in the winter to fill the void. Lot of good content and tips thanks. Bruzzese Landscape and Walls

[@SteveConroy1]

Get after it my friend!

[@petersantiago6220]

I love his pure honesty 💪🏽👏🏽

[@Benjamin.Murphy]

You should cut your registration tags a few times with a knife, so if anyone tries to steal them they’ll only get a piece.

[@JesusPaidItAll]

Had mine stile once and learned to cut my tags with a utility knife everytime I put the new tags on.

[@paul.j.s]

I have the exact same trailer as you, but I tow it with a 2005 F250. I put airbags on the rear suspension that I can control with a remote. It makes a huge difference when towing heavy loads, and only cost about $800 all said and done

[@SteveConroy1]

Thats the right route to take!

[@chefdan87]

I drive a 550 dump truck for work daily. I only have a few complaints, when the box is loaded heavy the steering can be a bit floaty and the fact that you cant see a dang thing behind you. You learn to heavily rely on your mirrors. Turning left onto a divided four lane road can prove to be challenging because if you cannot make it the whole way in one go, you have to stop in the median slightly turned to fit between lanes and that puts oncoming traffic to your right in your blind spot.

[@juancortez4726]

Thank you brother for all the insider info and motivation... I've been following dump trailer video makers as well as yours with the dump truck and to see you now with both a trailer and a truck you've inspired me to take the leap... I'll let you know how it goes... thank you!

[@SteveConroy1]

Make it happen man! It’s a long road but very achievable with the right mind set

[@here_to_watch2115]

You can't buy one under 8k from a dealer now. Double the price a year later.

[@Flokiboys]

@@SteveConroy1 I was thinking about the f250 or 350 with a trailer. If that falls in the cdl category which I have a license already does that mean u have to get dot also. Also what’s better diesel or gas? Dully or singles

[@danahasson2892]

I Have to agree with you that they both have advantages and disadvantages really got to match the tool to the job. We have both and like having the ability to choose depending on the job and what makes it easier.

[@SteveConroy1]

Thats my outlook as well. While we've always had and used the dump truck, it is nice to be able to take on jobs knowing you can bang them out faster and more efficiently with the trailer if the setting allows us to do so.

[@CLEFAN18]

Hi Steve! Love the insight you gave in this video. I'm in a peculiar situation. I own an auto detailing business. And although I have been able to grow it successfully by myself, it's an incredibly difficult business to scale simply due to there not being many people who know how to professionally detail efficiently. Before I started my company I had wanted to do junk removal, but I went with what I knew. I currently have a transit van which once I pay off, I plan on trying to sell the business outright and then buy a dump truck similar to the one in this video. My question is, junk removal is very different than detailing. I can go on a community group page on facebook and say "is anyone interested in professional detailing services" and easily get clients that way. But junk removal is different in a marketing sense. When I buy a dump Truck, what are some ways you recommend getting my feet wet pretty quickly and hitting the road?

[@arturoalvarado3713]

You doing that business great dude 👏 congratulations bro keep up the hard working 💪

[@SteveConroy1]

Thank you brother!

[@beardbeast8632]

Love your channel man I currently own 2 dump trucks starting my buisness soon thanks for all the advice! 👍

[@rogeriosantos7479]

Hello my friend, thank you for the vídeo, i Live in somerville. And i need to start junk remove business.

[@peterl1992]

As to the weights . Remember your license has a maximum weight gross limit in most places , some places it’s low . Where I live it’s 19,500. In areas like these you can haul more in the truck as you do not have the weight of trailer .

[@SteveConroy1]

Where do you live? Never heard of that.

[@jaymartinrealtor7736]

That same trailer now is like $10k. Prices are also increasing by the end of the year. BigTex makes PJ if I am not mistaken.

[@SteveConroy1]

I've had people pull up next to me at red lights and ask how much I want for the trailer lol.

[@BrolicBoom]

Great vid. Can you talk about where we can go for logos and wraps? Who does it? Where can we print out these big wraps and apply them on the trailer? Costs? Etc

[@workhardplayharder2645]

Recent subscriber. Love the content man thank you. I've been dabbling in junk removal and other self employed ventures since being laid off at start of covid. I have had success with many small ventures but junk removal is something i keep coming back to that i truly enjoy and i still have made my most $$ in a day to date from junk removal! Your content has been a huge inspiration to me to level up my equipment and go full on towards junk removal and stop wasting my time doing other things that I enjoy less and make less cash. I currently have a 2013 f150 and a 5x8 utility trsiler with 4' walls i built. Your story of starting out with your 2015 silverado and just babying it is pretty much exactly what im doing with my truck right now lol... This truck is my baby i bought it brand new and its paid off - still has low miles and is super pretty, so hate to be working it like this. I'm thinking of maybe trading it in though and getting a 3500 and a dump trailer. Thoughts? Recommendations? Anything helps! Thanks again for all you do!!

[@SteveConroy1]

Sell the F150 and you'll probably get what you paid for it. The market for used whips in insane right now. OR save and buy a dump truck. Where do you operate?

[@workhardplayharder2645]

@@SteveConroy1 hey thanks for the response man I really appreciate it! I’m in Northern Colorado. And yeah, I am having a hard time letting the 150 go as it’s paid for and in great shape, but I paid $40k for it and can get $19k trade in out of it after 7 yrs and 104,000 miles so seems pretty good. I’ve got a lead on a 2015 Chevy 3500 gasser with 114,000 miles and with my trade in it would only cost me $260 / month for 5 yrs. to have this big boy. Just scary to let my baby go but this is a business investment so I think it needs to be done.

[@UncleSarkis]

@@workhardplayharder2645 Why don't you keep both?

[@titofuentez2340]

I like how this guy forgets the price of the truck to pull the trailer lol

[@SteveConroy1]

Price of the truck to pull the trailer? Why would that matter. Don't buy a 150 or 1500 and you're good to go. Used or new doesn't matter as long as you're making money.

[@golftownpro999]

Chances are if you're doing junk removal you already own a truck... Maybe even a heavy duty truck... If not ... Get a dump truck if the cost works better for you 🤷‍♂️

[@njcbar]

Informative video. We do junk removal in Las Vegas!

[@nolimit1466]

Very useful information buddy. Thank you.

[@SteveConroy1]

You're very welcome!

[@somekindofvlog2625]

I am thinking of a 10x7x4 trailer, but no dump feature. gotta start somewhere.

[@SteveConroy1]

Are you pulling it with a pick up truck? Why not just start with your pick up truck and go buy a dump trailer after a few months?

[@josegarciajr96]

Nice comparison! I’d go with a trailer and affordable truck.

[@SwayPromo]

I’m really struggling on what to get. There’s f340 flatbreads. That I’m wondering if I can put a dump container on the back or what ever it’s called and just which out the flatbead . Is that possible?

[@kilo7995]

Another thing to think about is if you have a skid steer you can put in the trailer and not the truck

[@SteveConroy1]

very true! I though about this a lot when purchasing it. I have yet to load one in but looking forward to the day!

[@mwright3312]

thanks

[@ghostofcato3052]

This video was outstanding as usual Steve! I have learned a lot from all your videos! Thanks for all the great advice! Semper Fidelis Bruce.

[@SteveConroy1]

Happy to hear these have helped you out!

[@Flokiboys]

Steve help me! I’m considering f550 or f350 os the Isuzu. What do u think and should I get diesel or gas? Dully or singles

[@stevenw76]

Good video! I run a small garbage company down in Texas called Compass Waste 🧭

[@SteveConroy1]

Thanks for watching you Saltwater Predator. How is the trash hauling business in Texas? A lot of the bigger companies around you?

[@stevenw76]

@@SteveConroy1 actually there's only 1 other company and their prices were a lil high which left the door open for me to come in. My goal was to sign up 1 new customer every week & I've been doing way better than that

[@jrethejunkremovalentrepren4052]

I’m woRkiN wiTH thE IsuZu SetuP...NearLY wenT thE Truck/TraileR rouTe befoRe BuyiN thE NPR, Love mY duMP TrucK anD aM workiN tO buiLd thiS BusineSs behiNd thiS ModeL! Love youR insighT thO brotheR! 🙏🏼👊🇲🇽

[@SteveConroy1]

Dump truck all day! What year is your NPR?

[@jrethejunkremovalentrepren4052]

@@SteveConroy1 itS aN 02’ .daM neaR 20! 😁

[@Bf3xx]

Holy fuck that was hard to read ! But GOOD LUCK

[@jrethejunkremovalentrepren4052]

@@Bf3xx mY baD BrotheR ...pleaSe paRdoN mY disLexiA 🤣🤣 🙏🏼

[@mikej7095]

Thanks for the information!

[@SteveConroy1]

Happy to help Mike. Thanks for watching!

[@alejandrogarcia495]

Both

[@williscox6025]

Good information ! 👍

[@SteveConroy1]

Thanks for watching Willis! Happy to hear it was beneficial for you!

[@gord2358]

Good video!

[@imbrandon16]

wtf lol? Lug away? Did you guys get rid of a big izuzu I think truck with lime green dumpster on it? I been seeing that truck advertised for sale on Richie brothers auction ads on my Facebook ads for the last week

[@arslanfree7471]

Thank you very much!

[@SteveConroy1]

You're very welcome!

[@arslanfree7471]

@@SteveConroy1 I need to talk with you, please check your Instagram

[@allencapps1491]

Wouldn't a hook lift system or roll back make the loading easier, and what would be the cost?

[@Koolmoedeesimpson]

Damn I wish I lived in your area I would go work for free to learn the business inside and out

[@SteveConroy1]

Thats the right attitude to have! What part of the country do you live in?

[@Koolmoedeesimpson]

@@SteveConroy1 Orange County Southern California .. lots of people don’t have that attitude but that’s the best learning experience

[@antoniohowell856]

Great info 👍🏾

[@lifes_hustlee]

trailer all day bro

[@SteveConroy1]

Love to hear it! What state are you in brother?

[@cubedmack]

All of your videos are great! You really give good advice about business planning. I know you spoke about getting into the dumpster rental business. Are you still planning on adding this service to your company?

[@SteveConroy1]

I am! And I appreciate your feedback!

[@asescobar78]

thanks bro

[@alphadetailingjay2050]

Man that crazy that same trailer is $14k now

[@roflo6978]

Great video man, hopefully starting up pretty soon. Been talking to a lot of my contractors buddies already. Do you have any advice on funding for small business

[@SteveConroy1]

Don't take out a loan lol. Junk removal has very little overhead when starting out. All you need is a pick up truck with boards on the back or a small trailer that can be towed by your current vehicle.

[@tcjha6250]

Hey Steve did you wrap the decals on your trucks on your own or had the company do it for you ? Looks great!

[@SteveConroy1]

I have them professionally installed. They are vinyl decals

[@decentralizeeverything1984]

Hey Steve I was wondering at what time in your business growth you decided you needed full-time workers vs using temporary help? Thanks so much man

[@SteveConroy1]

You will know when you need full time help lol

[@UncleSarkis]

Same trailer is about double the price nowadays.

[@SteveConroy1]

It's crazy. See what you have and take care of it!

[@jsolemi3281]

Trailer hands down

[@SteveConroy1]

I gotta go with the dump truck!

[@jsolemi3281]

@@SteveConroy1 My #1 reason is way more capacity to haul to the dump, which means less trips to the dump. Even though our customers still get charged regardless if we dump or not. Adding side extensions for more capacity makes it even better.

[@SteveConroy1]

@@jsolemi3281 You can do the same thing with dump trucks. I personally like dump trucks because their easier to maneuver in tights spots especially around the city.

[@jsolemi3281]

@@SteveConroy1 Not knocking the maneuverability, but there is simply no way a dump truck has more capacity than a dump trailer. Even if the beds were the same length and the sides are built all the way up to the legal height limit, the dump trailer floor sits 2 1/2 feet lower (like you mentioned) giving the trailer more capacity. The dump truck would only have more capacity if the bed was longer than the dump trailer bed. Good to have the best of both worlds though.

[@SteveConroy1]

@@jsolemi3281 Dump trailer can definitely hold more weight but I would be shocked if the average junk removal business was hauling more than 2 tons per load on the regular. Capacity wise, yes, a trailer is easier to make more capacity but thats not always the best idea!

[@blackant8128]

Love your content bro. Do you have videos for just starting out ? Like I'm clueless. I'll pay you if you can give me lessons

[@SteveConroy1]

Hit me up! instagram @lugawayjunkremoval

[@TheNinjaPicker]

Steve, im a old guy. What do you think about adding a liftgate to the back of the truck?

[@SteveConroy1]

DO IT! I was thinking about doing it when I bought my dump truck but it makes you really lazy lol. That being said, if I wasn't physically fit to lift cast iron tubs or refrigerators myself into the truck, I would 1000% slap a lift gate on there.

[@TheNinjaPicker]

@@SteveConroy1 Thanks, its pianos that im thinking of most but jumping in and out of the truck at that height is not good for old joints haha.

[@jrethejunkremovalentrepren4052]

BeeN LookiN tO aDD thiS optioN (LiFtGate) aS weLL, buT itS moRe oF A LuxurY iteM anD NoT A CheAP One NeithR! 😄

[@DrewsPools]

Yo Lugaway, Who/what did you use for the graphics on your truck and trailer? Paint/stickers/powder coat?

[@SteveConroy1]

I use a company called Fast Signs. It's a franchise they seem to be in most states. It's all lettering. Nothing was painted on.

[@timtopscher4000]

Whats up, is truck and trailer cheaper than dump truck for commercial insurance.

[@chriscooper1691]

I am looking into the truck / trailer route. Would a gooseneck be better for maneuverability? I am looking at a 14ft trailer with 14k GVWR.

[@SteveConroy1]

If you are going the trailer route then yes a gooseneck would provide more maneuverability. 14ft 14k GVWR is exactly what you need. You'll do great with that.

[@chriscooper1691]

@@SteveConroy1 I plan to pull it with an 2006 F350 dually.

[@SteveConroy1]

@@chriscooper1691 You're good to go. That thing wont even feel like its behind you.

[@tathanbailey6225]

Another concern may be the transmission on the trucks and engines, is that truck able to pull that type of weight easily or is it going to wear the truck out fast.

[@SteveConroy1]

My truck can pull the legal limit + more easily. That being said, if I beat on my truck but flooring it everywhere i go while I have 14k attached to it, it wont last long.

[@ghostofronaldreagan2727]

Hello Im thinking about starting a hybrid business that involves junk removal and other services. Would I be able to use a cargo van to pull a trailer? Like a Ford Transit for example.

[@SteveConroy1]

I'm sure that would work just fine. Make sure to take a look at the weight ratings on the trailer. You don't want to overload it and create a problem for yourself on the road.

[@djoserlealskyview]

What is your take on box trucks ?

[@TREATREA1000]

hey what type of truck is that trailer attached to i missed that part F150?

[@legion1630]

what are you pulling the trailer with..couldnbt tell..it looks like F250?

[@SteveConroy1]

F350

[@MovingMountainsJunkRemoval]

What dump trailer do you have, and where did you buy it?

[@SteveConroy1]

PJ DM 14ft. Rhode Island

[@dennisfreeman2910]

Just subscribed. I’ll be purchasing a switch n go system soon. Should I purchase a F350, 450, or F550

[@SteveConroy1]

Are you doing strictly junk removal or dumpsters as well? I'd say 550 all the way.

[@AllAccessConstruction]

#goodinfo

[@SteveConroy1]

Thank you Sir

[@brettkoch5781]

So if you could start over… would you do it the same?

[@Jiggajsmooth89]

Nice video! I’m looking to get into this business but all I have is an F-150 right now. Do you think a 6x12 trailer rated at 10,000lbs would be too much for an F-150?

[@FYS309]

I think you'd be fine. I have a 7x16 that I pull with an f150

[@Jiggajsmooth89]

@@FYS309 thanks for the quick reply!

[@cristogommi]

Where or who did you use for the decals on the trailer?

[@SteveConroy1]

FastSigns. I believe they have franchises all over the country. Very reliable and a smooth process from start to finish.

[@masondavis7497]

What was your down payment and credit at the time of buying your dump truck

[@SteveConroy1]

My down payment was 10K. My credit has always been 700+

[@matthewnorris8732]

I wish trailers were that cheap

[@akashgrewal7581]

Can you use an f150 to pull a dump trailer like that ?

[@SteveConroy1]

You could but that doesn't mean its safe or legal lol. The breaks on a F150 are DEFINITELY not rated to stop 14k lbs.

[@akashgrewal7581]

@@SteveConroy1 even for the eco boost f150s like the newer ones ? Heard they’re supposed to be stronger idk

[@SteveConroy1]

@@akashgrewal7581 It's all in what the truck is rated for. What the payload is.

[@cooperwest6093]

What was cost of vinyl for vehicles?

[@SteveConroy1]

Not sure. I think it was 1k for the entire trailer and the truck doors and billboards was around the same.

[@tonyblack5645]

No lift gate 🤔🤔🤔

[@SteveConroy1]

No lift gate. Maybe on a truck in the future

[@dacoldest3896]

Will a 2wd truck pull that size trailer?

[@SteveConroy1]

Absolutely. As long as you don't get snowy, icy conditions in your area, and you don't travel through landfills that can get muddy you'll be fine with 2WD.

[@great_scott82]

Do you need DOT Authorization with the trailer?

[@SteveConroy1]

I believe now in 2021 regardless of the state you live in you need it if your vehicle weight or your combined weight of trailer and truck is over 10,000lbs

[@migz714beast]

Do you need a cdl for that trailer?

[@SteveConroy1]

No CDl. You don't need a CDL as long as your combined GVWR is under 26,000lbs

[@migz714beast]

@@SteveConroy1 thanks boss. Been watching all you videos lately

[@SteveConroy1]

@@migz714beast Happy to hear that! I hope you're gaining the info you're looking for. A lot of videos on KZbin don't give you any REAL info and you end up watching a 30 min video and be like, WTF?! lol. Happy to answer any questions you have down the road!

[@royvaldez2393]

Why all the other channels want you to buy a 70,000 dumb truck to start.. very fishy

[@SteveConroy1]

What channels?

[@roofingdyi6.7powerstroke8]

You need dot number with your trailar set up????

[@SteveConroy1]

In MA the rule has always been, if you don't do work in other states you did not need a DOT number (not sure if that was for equipment over 26k GVWR). Now coming up in 2021 all businesses with vehicles and loads greater than 10k GVWR will be required to have a DOT number. I already have my number I just don't have it on the equipment.

[@roofingdyi6.7powerstroke8]

@@SteveConroy1 Do you have to have comercial insurance to get dot number??

[@SteveConroy1]

@@roofingdyi6.7powerstroke8 I would assume yes. Why would you be getting DOT numbers if you didn't have a business?

[@jrethejunkremovalentrepren4052]

gOod stuFF BrotheR..I liKe thE dumP traiLeR aS aN AdditionaL tooL to thE Fleet And oPeratioNs..giVeS You oPtionS foR suRe ...

[@SteveConroy1]

Options are key and having both allows more versatility to your operation

[@MrMountain707]

Get a Tommy Gate

[@angelruiz946]

DO YOU NEED A CDL ?

[@randallhazzard7383]

Follower here in Dartmouth Ma. Company web site: www. theclutterdumpster.com also theclutterdumpster on Facebook. I have watched most of your videos and many of them twice. I am expanding from dumpster trailer rental adding junk removal. I have all dump trailers at this time. Thank you for the information your sharing with us. Cheers to the new year.

[@SteveConroy1]

Massachusetts! Going to like and follow all of your pages brother. I'm gonna save whatever contact you have on your website and send you some business if and when I get calls from that area. Happy New Year kid!

[@alexdelvalle4841]

Did you get a loan for the first dump truck or paid cash

[@SteveConroy1]

I put down 10k on it new and financed the rest.

[@bigalshaulingjunkremoval]

Thanks for the Info. Big Help. (@bigals_hauling)

[@SteveConroy1]

Happy to hear you're benefiting from the videos!

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