As September comes in and ushers in fall, warmer days will keep people clinging to summer for another month or so. School buses are now on the roads and Halloween decorations — already on store shelves — will soon cover local houses and businesses. All of this means the fall activities — both fun and those that are the necessities of life — are ramping up in the Tri-state area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. The staff at BlueBox Rental knows the this time of year can also be busy with projects. Home improvement plans are set in motion, rooms get cleaned out and other projects create large messes. A great plan for those messes includes a rental dumpster in many cases.

“Always plan ahead. It wasn’t raining when Noah built the ark.” – Richard Cushing 

Mr. Cushing’s analogy makes it very clear about being ready before you find yourself in deep water. He would probably recommend putting together a plan, or rough schedule, for having a great fall season. There are some other wise words at the end of this post about choosing a a dumpster company with impeccable customer service if you live or own a business in the greater Hagerstown, MD area.

Here are some highlights from a comprehensive list to plan for a great autumn.

1. Set up a family calendar for fall and winter
2. Add in fun activities to look forward to during this busy time
3. Clean and store summer gear
4. Plan for easy weeknight dinners
5. Share the harvest from your garden
6. Trim tree branches and shrubbery
7. Organize family photos into slide shows
8. Clean carpets, floors and windows
9. Make sure gutters are free of debris and ready for winter precipitation
10. Check emergency kits, including batteries in flashlights
11. Make sure vehicles are ready for the winter season

To read all the details about this list, click here to link to the article from the HOUZZ website.

BlueBox dumpster contact info & service areas

Reviews from BlueBox dumpster customers

Below are reviews from BlueBox dumpster customers.

“Friendly customer service. Fast and easy to reserve dumpster and quick delivery. Reasonably priced. Dropped dumpster off on Thursday morning and picked up on Monday after verifying we were ready for pick up. Followed up after pick up. Great company to do business with if you need to rent a dumpster!” – Michelle M.

 

“I had a great experience with Blue Box Dumpster. The roll off (dumpster) was placed exactly where I instructed them and they placed wood blocks to protect my driveway. Their customer service was great and the gentleman that picked up the roll off was very courteous. I highly recommend Blue Box Dumpster.” – Bruce K.

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Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer, signaling that fall is on it’s way. Pumpkin treats are available and Halloween decorations are in every retail outlet. The BlueBox Rental staff hopes you enjoyed summer and will have an incredible fall season. As the warm days give way to cool nights, it’s a great time for some larger projects around the house. The deadline of the holidays means you likely have about two months to get started and cleaned up with your home improvement project, storage clean out or other endeavor. Don’t waste time when it comes to the mess. The BlueBox staff loves setting up a dumpster next to a work site and hauling it away for homeowners and business professionals.

Other things the BlueBox dumpster staff loves is Labor Day trivia — perhaps an overstatement — AND nice words about their service. You will find both below.

Most people know that Labor Day in the United States is celebrated on the first Monday in September, however, many probably don’t realize that the day honors the American labor movement. It’s a little confusing since labor actually stops for many on this holiday. The labor movement brought strength and prosperity to The United States, because the country’s industrial sector began thriving in the late 19th Century.

This year’s Labor Day holiday is on Monday, September 1st.

Labor Day trivia facts

Nice words about BlueBox’s labor on Labor Day weekend

The BlueBox staff loves to hear great feedback about their work. It makes them feel good, because they know that they have exceeded expectations of their trusting clients. Here are a few words from several, who trusted the BlueBox Rental pros to provide excellent customer service.

“Everything with my experience in renting a dumpster was PERFECT! Tim and Sandy are lovely, friendly people to deal with. Pricing was more than fair for what they delivered. The dumpster was delivered on time and was exactly what I needed to clear out old junk before a move. One hundred percent recommend BlueBox Rental.” – Damion R

 

“Friendly customer service. Fast and easy to reserve dumpster and quick delivery. Reasonably priced. Dropped dumpster off on Thursday morning and picked up on Monday after verifying we were ready for pick up. Followed up after pick up. Great company to do business with if you need to rent a dumpster!”  – Michelle M.

 

“I had a great experience with BlueBox Dumpster. The roll off (dumpster) was placed exactly where I instructed them and they placed wood blocks to protect my driveway. Their customer service was great and the gentleman that picked up the roll off was very courteous. I highly recommend Blue Box Dumpster.”  – Bruce K.

Contact BlueBox for a rental dumpster

Click here to reserve one of BlueBox‘s rental dumpsters. They offer six different size dumpsters, with different price points, so you have the right one for the right job. You can also call the office at 301.333.9500 or text a representative at 240.219.5839. They deliver dumpsters throughout Western Maryland, Pennsylvania and the West Virginia Panhandle.

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Retail stores have already kicked off back-to-school season with shelves full of supplies for the August 25th first day (for most Maryland public schools). This is not exactly the best way to start National Family Fun Month, however there are a few weeks left to enjoy the last full month of summer. And, there are plenty of fun ways to close out the season even as school officials plan back-to-school activities.  Even if your big summer trip is a memory, plenty of weekend and evening hours remain to enjoy family time.

Below are some family fun ideas to do before every one in the Tri-state area says “goodbye” to the long summer days of 2025.

To celebrate Family Fun Month, you may want to :

• Take an overnight camping trip to a local campground
• Take a day trip to nearby town or city, such as Frederick, MD or Winchester, VA
• Go to a community pool and then stop for ice cream
• A picnic and play games in a local park
• Enjoy a backyard campfire
• Take a family bike ride or hike on the C & O Canal or Antietam Battlefield
• Visit an area zoo or aquarium
• Go fishing in a pond or on the Potomac River

Click this link which lists all the fun things to do in Western Maryland.

August dates to remember and local events

• Aug. 10 – 16, 2025 —  “Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week” is a great time avoid sales tax on certain items.
• Aug. 22 – 24, 2025 — C & O Canal Days in Williamsport, MD
• Aug. 2 – 9, 2025 — Greencastle-Antrim Old Home Week in Greencastle, PA
• Aug. 16 – 17, 2025 — Augustober Fest festival in Hagerstown, MD

Here is a complete calendar of August 2025 events happening in the area.

The great thing about Maryland being such a small state is that day trips are easy to plan and execute. Click here for great activities to do inside the Free State.

Contact BlueBox for your dumpster in August

If your summer fun is behind you and August is about completing a big project, BlueBox has a dumpster for your mess. Click here to order your rental dumpster or call the company’s Hagerstown, MD office at 301-331-4117. And, if you need to clean up major storm mess, a dumpster can be very helpful.

BlueBox Rental is proud to provide dumpster rentals in Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia in the following zip code areas:

Big Pool MD 21711 | Boonsboro MD 21713 | Brownsville MD 21715 | Cascade MD 21719 | Cavetown MD 21720 | Chewsville MD 21721 | Clear Spring MD 21722 | Fairplay MD 21733 | Funkstown MD 21734 | Gapland MD 21779 | Hagerstown MD 21740 | Hagerstown MD 21742 | Hancock MD 21750 | Keedysville MD 21756 | Maugansville MD 21767 | Rohrersville MD 21779 | St. James MD 21781 | Sharpsburg MD 21782 | Smithsburg MD 21783 | Williamsport MD 21795 | Falling Waters WV 25419 | Mercersburg PA 17236 | Greencastle PA 17225 | State Line PA 17263

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With multiple storms recently blowing through the greater Hagerstown, MD area already, plan now before any REALLY big ones hit. It will likely be an active season well into fall, bringing winds, rain, lightening, flooding and possible destruction. Be careful, stay safe and be prepared (see storm tips below). AND, if you do have storm damage, consider BlueBox Rental for a dumpster to help clean up the mess.

Storm damage can be an overwhelming sight, because it is usually widespread. Many homeowners don’t know where to begin cleaning up. One of the best ways to limit such damage is to have your house and property ready long before the storm is on the evening forecast. Start by making sure there are no objects that can cause damage. This includes random junk in the yard; dead limbs and dead landscaping; and structures that have needed to go for some time. Being prepared now can save many headaches later.

The BlueBox customer service team can deliver a dumpster to your driveway or yard. When you’re done filling it, they will remove it and the debris.

Cleaning up right after the storm passes is always the No. 1 goal. Most people only think about the energy and hard work that goes into gathering up the debris. The professionals at BlueBox Rental want to make sure you only have to touch the mess one time. Pick it up and put it in the dumpster. They truly want to make your life easier and free from the trouble that can come from a destructive storm.

Contact BlueBox for Your Dumpster

Contact the BlueBox Rental office in Hagerstown, MD for help with storm debris or other messes. You can connect by clicking here, calling them at 301.333.9500 or texting 240.219.5839. They deliver to most places in the Tri-state area of Maryland, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. They have six different dumpsters for your specific need. You can see those on this page.

Tips for weathering a storm and it’s aftermath

Here are a few tips that can help:

1. Cut back dead or diseased limbs on trees, or the entire tree if necessary. Trees can become very dangerous and may cause more damage to your home than the storm.
2. Put together a comprehensive “Hurricane Kit” (as described in the article link below).
3. Make sure your gutters are clean and in good working order.
4. Inspect your roof. Make sure it is in good shape, with all shingles being tight to the roof line.
5. Make sure you have a place to store all outside furniture — and anything that can moved by heavy winds — which can cause damage.
6. Purchase storm shutters or have a supply of plywood that can cover windows and doors.
7. Have sand bags — or the makings for such — to keep flood waters from entering under doors if your home is in a low area.

Here is an article on how to be prepared for the next major storm or hurricane before it hits the greater Hagerstown area.

Words from BlueBox’s satisfied dumpster customers

“This company is awesome!” — Mark D.

Read more BlueBox Rental dumpster reviews here.

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Summer just kicked off and it’s a great time of year to have a great time. Soon the skies will be filled with fireworks and the sounds of oohs and ahhs across this great nation, including those skies over the Tri-state area. It’s a highlight for so many across the United States of America. This country has a rich history going back to it’s humble beginnings more than 250 years ago.

Below is a brief summary — with some moving quotes — of those days leading to the country’s independence which will soon be celebrated on July 4th.

Here is a list of July fourth events in the greater Tri-state area of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Please be careful while enjoying these celebrations or your own.

Click on this link to watch July 4th fireworks from the comfort of your home.

Summer projects make messes easily contained in a dumpster

BlueBox Rental has small, medium and large dumpsters for every need for area homeowners and business people. So if you’re cleaning out a storage room or deconstructing a large concrete pad or walk, a BlueBox driver will deliver the right-sized dumpster right to the edge of the job site. You keep it there until the mess is loaded up and contact the Hagerstown, MD office for them to haul it away.

Click here to reserve one of BlueBox‘s rental dumpsters. You can also call the office at 301.333.9500 or text a representative at 240.219.5839. They deliver dumpsters throughout Western Maryland, Pennsylvania and the West Virginia Panhandle. Find out why Mark and Andie were excited to share their thoughts for the world to read.

“This company is awesome!” – Mark D.

“This is the company in Washington County that you would want to get a dumpster from. They were efficient, they were prompt and they were very nice to work with too!” — Andie M.

The history of Independence Day in America

On July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England, leading to the formation of the United States. The colonies and England had already been at odds for a year when the colonies convened a Continental Congress in the summer of 1776. Richard Henry Lee of Virginia presented a resolution in a June 7th session in the Pennsylvania State House. That resolution included these now-famous words:

“Resolved: That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent states, that they are absolved from all allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved.”

These words led to the drafting of a statement presenting to the world the colonies’ case for independence. Members of the committee included famous patriots John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia. The task of drafting The Declaration of Independence was given to Jefferson.

On July 1, 1776, the Continental Congress reconvened, and on the following day, the resolution for independence was adopted by the colonies. The Declaration was officially adopted and ratified on the afternoon of July 4.

“We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator, with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” — The Declaration of Independence, 1776

“Where you see wrong or inequality or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy. Make it. Protect it. Pass it on.” — Justice Thurgood Marshall

“May the sun in his course visit no land more free, more happy, more lovely, than this our own country!” — Daniel Webster

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The BlueBox Rental staff love the nice words from happy customers. Those testimonials tell them they are doing well, because customer service is the company’s top priority. With other choices available, the BlueBox staff members are always striving for the best customer service. They consider it a privilege to serve and are honored when people put their trust in their team.

Dumpster Rental Testimonials

“These guys are great! They make it super easy to set an appointment. They work with your schedule for drop offs and pickups, and even still came to pickup the dumpster when I missed the deadline to request the pickup. Definitely recommend!” — Amanda L.

 

“This company is awesome!” – Mark D.

 

“This is the company in Washington County that you would want to get a dumpster from. They were efficient, they were prompt and they were very nice to work with too! We will call on them next time we need a dumpster.” — Andie M.

 

“Great service! Priced great and very accommodating.” – Yvonne W.

 

“Friendly customer service. Fast and easy to reserve dumpster and quick delivery. Reasonably priced. Dropped dumpster off on Thursday morning and picked up on Monday after verifying we were ready for pick up. Followed up after pick up. Great company to do business with if you need to rent a dumpster!” – Michelle M.

 

“I had a great experience with Blue Box Dumpster. The roll off (dumpster) was placed exactly where I instructed them and they placed wood blocks to protect my driveway. Their customer service was great and the gentleman that picked up the roll off was very courteous. I highly recommend Blue Box Dumpster.”  – Bruce K.

BlueBox’s Dumpster Service Area

BlueBox Rental is proud to provide dumpster rentals in Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. In Maryland, their drivers deliver within the greater Washington County area and to parts of Frederick County. In Pennsylvania, they serve Greencastle, Waynesboro, Mercersburg and the small towns in between. They also deliver rental dumpsters in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, including Inwood and Martinsburg.

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The Memorial Day holiday is about remembering. It’s about remembering those who have served this country, celebrating the results of their sacrifices through parades, concerts and family gatherings.

The entire BlueBox Rental staff hopes you and your loved ones have a safe holiday weekend.

Click on this link for a list of all the Memorial Day weekend events in the greater Hagerstown, MD area.

Memorial Day Facts

Did You Know: The holiday began after the American Civil War in 1868, when the Grand Army of the Republic, an organization of Union veterans established it. It was started as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of those who died in the war. By the 20th Century, competing Union and Confederate holiday traditions merged and Memorial Day honored all Americans killed while in military service.

“On this Memorial Day, it is right for us to remember the living and the dead for whom the call of their country has meant pain and sacrifice. A grateful nation is in their debt.” – President Lyndon B. Johnson, 1966

Read more about the Memorial Day holiday here or to read Memorial Day quotes.

From everyone at BlueBox Rentals, “thank you” to all who have served to protect and defend this nation.

Why contact BlueBox for your dumpster rental needs?

BlueBox rents the perfect size dumpsters that fit in most driveways or near the door of any commercial building. BlueBox owner Tim Fields takes pride in superior customer service. Tim even offers his mobile number (see below) for clients to schedule a dumpster directly through him. Click this link to read about the six dumpsters they rent for small to large jobs and the messes they create.

BlueBox client testimonial

Contact the Hagerstown office about your dumpster rental

Click here to order your rental dumpster. Click on this link if you have questions about our dumpster rental services. If you want to talk to the BlueBox staff, call their Hagerstown, MD office at 301-331-4117.

They deliver their dumpsters throughout the Tri-state area of Maryland, Pennsylvania and West Virginia. Here is a list of the exact locations they serve.

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More people sell their homes or relocate this month than any other time of year. When people move, they often pack up everything and then realize most of the stuff is not needed in the new place. A way to avoid that is to make a list of what you need in the new place. Pack that up first. What does not need to be moved, sell, donate or toss it. For those things ready for the landfill, put them in a BlueBox Rental dumpster from the company’s Hagerstown, MD headquarters. The company’s customer service team will take it from there and your load will be lighter.

Key to-dos to sell your home

Experts advise sellers to take a few important steps to impress potential buyers. Even in this tight market, the seller may be competing with several other sellers. Those steps include:

• Pressure wash siding, sidewalks and decks (try Complete Power Wash or Extra Mile PowerWashing)
• Mow the lawn, edge and trim the hedges
• Repaint the front door and mailbox
• Update lighting inside and outside the house
• Deep clean the home’s interior
• Remove clutter

Click on this link to read a comprehensive article on prepping your home for the Tri-state’s real estate market.

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Interesting facts about the month of May

May 5th is Cinco de Mayo celebrates the victory of Mexico over the French army at The Battle of Puebla in 1862. Many people celebrate by eating traditional Mexican meals.

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Luckily for Tri-state area homeowners and business owners, BlueBox Rental has small, medium and large dumpsters for every need.

So if you’re cleaning out a storage room or deconstructing a large concrete patio, BlueBox will deliver the right-sized dumpster right to the edge of the job site. You keep it there until the mess is loaded up and contact the Hagerstown, MD office for them to haul it away.

Click here to reserve one of BlueBox‘s rental dumpsters. You can also call the office at 301.333.9500 or text a representative at 240.219.5839. They deliver dumpsters throughout Western Maryland, Pennsylvania and the West Virginia Panhandle.

April is National Hope Month and National Earth Month

The BlueBox Rental staff members are up for a few April celebrations. While they know they can’t do everything to protect the planet, they know they can make sure garbage gets where it needs to go. They also encourage others to recycle and reuse when possible. And for those that know BlueBox owner/operator Tim Fields, they know hope is a big part of what drives him in business and his personal life. Tim is a guy you might describe as “having never met a stranger.” You can take this business owners’ words as truth.

“I have been working with Tim Fields for a couple of years. He always exceeds my expectations and has always been a pleasure to work with. Great customer service and highly recommended. – Hampton Roads Powerwashing

April Facts

• The diamond of April — the birthstone — symbolizes innocence.
• April 15th is the deadline for filing taxes in the United States.
• April is the first full month of the professional baseball season in the U.S.
• The April flowers are the Daisy and the Sweet Pea.
• April has several special days and week-long and month-long celebrations. These include: April Fools’ Day; Autism Awareness Day; Easter (April 20th); Earth Day; Arbor Day; National Poetry Month; American Heritage Month; and Teacher Appreciation Week.

Click on this link to see a list of April events happening in the Western Maryland area.

Notable April Birthdays

• CAROL BURNETT: April 26, 1933
• WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE: April 23, 1564
• BOOKER T. WASHINGTON: April 5, 1856
• CHARLIE CHAPLIN: April 16, 1889
• THOMAS JEFFERSON: April 13, 1743
• LEONARDO Da VINCI: April 15, 1452
• ELLA FITZGERALD: April 25, 1917
• To read more April birthdays, click here.

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