Bagster vs Junk Removal in Irvine: Which Saves More?

The Bagster (by Waste Management) is a collapsible dumpster bag you buy at a hardware store and fill yourself. It seems convenient, but how does it actually compare to junk removal in Irvine?

How the Bagster Works

1. Buy the bag at a hardware store
2. Place it on your driveway
3. Fill it yourself (3 cubic yards max)
4. Schedule a pickup through Waste Management
5. Pay for the pickup separately

Bagster Costs

• Bag purchase: available at hardware stores
• Collection fee: varies significantly by location — Orange County rates may differ
• Weight limit: 3,300 lbs max
• Size: 8 ft x 4 ft x 2.5 ft (about 3 cubic yards)

Junk Removal Costs

Side-by-Side Comparison

Convenience - **Bagster:** You buy it, set it up, fill it yourself, then wait for pickup - **Junk Removal:** You call, the crew shows up and does everything

Capacity - **Bagster:** 3 cubic yards max, 3,300 lb weight limit - **Junk Removal:** A full truck holds approximately 12–15 cubic yards — 4–5x more

Timeline - **Bagster:** Buy bag → fill over days → schedule pickup → wait 1–5 business days - **Junk Removal:** Call → done the same day

Physical Effort - **Bagster:** You do all the lifting and loading - **Junk Removal:** Zero effort from you

The Verdict

The Bagster makes sense for very small, lightweight jobs where you have time to fill it yourself. For anything more than a few bags of debris, professional junk removal is faster, easier, and often the same price or less.

Irvine Junk Removal serves Irvine and all of Orange County. Call (909) 706-2500 for a free comparison quote.