I was told by someone whom does renos as well that our home is likely 1880 or so. I am most curious about the penny or other coin thing. Can you better explain so I don't pull up the wrong spot? I'm thinking our nails are hammered. The house is 1.5 story I think. I can stand upstairs no problem in the main part of the rooms but the roof slopes on the sides. The main floor has been gutted completely already and we are on to the rebuild phase. Lots of wiring to do. That is slowing the drywalling process. As for the dumpster. Cost is 175 for a 14 cubic yards rental for 3 day plus whatever the local disposal fees are. 89 a tonnes around here I think. Still lots to do. Only have found and old cigarette pack and that is about all. Some old newspaper insulation as well.