Hey all - we’re under 2 years old. My biz partner and sometimes his son do all the driving. Their family had a tragic situation which will pull my biz partner away temporarily but unsure for how long. The son is partially impacted but not as much, however his availability is less and less reliable as he has found other jobs at this point. How have you navigated getting a backup driver (CDL needed) on an as-needed basis? Pay structure? Insurance? Lead time for jobs? Etc where to find these folks that aren’t going to want to be paid a ton but have a fair amount of availability (and maybe experience?!) Thought about someone retired but wants something to do here and there. Please share your experiences, things I should consider and avoid, and any resources you might have! Note, we’ve always talked about me getting my CDL, but that takes time and money we don’t have right now.

How fast should customer response time be? The faster the response, the happier the customer, but with the team I found that if we did next day or same day it ended up stressing them.

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Just curious — do you guys handle your own vinyl lettering, or do you take it to a vinyl shop? 🤔 And what about wraps — do you have a pro do it, or produce it yourself? I’ve seen wraps around here going for about $5K, and even lettering’s not cheap 💸. I’ve used StickerMule and Lettering.com to help my son out before, but it still added up fast. So I’m wondering — did you buy your own vinyl machine and start doing it in-house, or do you outsource everything? I’ve seen one local guy who clearly used stencils and spray paint — quick, sure, but it looks… well, cheap 🫠. I know it’s “just a dumpster,” but branding matters — that two-tone look or clean logo really helps you stand out from the pack 🟡🔴. I really like the job Joe did with his dumpsters — that raccoon logo is a nice touch 🦝👏. There’s also a guy in Josh’s network (forget his name) who’s got a rhino logo — I think his company’s called Rhino Solutions — and it really works. Makes me think I might need to come up with a mascot myself. 🦏💡 I want to make it simple, memorable, and not too busy — something that sticks without looking cluttered. Any suggestions for a mascot or logo concept for Pro Dumpster Rentals? I’m open to creative ideas that still look professional and tough. Also, John at Same Day Dumpsters out in Salt Lake City has a great setup — mixing orange, baby blue, and white trucks. It’s clean, fresh, and stands out without looking overdone. 🎨🚛 Even the big dogs like Republic and Waste Management keep it simple with one centered logo — but since every dumpster’s a rolling billboard, I still want something that pops without breaking the bank 💥. Maybe I’m overthinking it, but I’m chasing that sweet spot between cost and brand impact. Anyone else wrestle with the same decision? 🙏

Question for the group! Customer books a 7-day rental. Fills it up early and needs another. How are you handling these?