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How to Rent a Dumpster
Learn how to rent a dumpster for your residential or commercial project. We’ll cover how much it costs to rent a dumpster and how to prepare for your rental.Byline: BTB Author
June 11, 2025 / Time to read: 2 minutesFrom home and office cleanouts to large remodels and construction projects, dumpsters are a necessary component of many residential and commercial jobs. But,
We’re here to help with our step-by-step guide on how to rent a dumpster.
How to Rent a Dumpster
Renting a
Place Your Order Online
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Choose your dumpster size and then select your delivery date. We can deliver dumpsters within three days of ordering, or you can schedule your dumpster for a later date. You can also enter important delivery details about where you’d like your container placed or if there are any physical obstacles around your service address.
Note: If you’re a commercial customer, you can also access dumpster rental and other services from your
Prepare for Delivery
We can place your dumpster almost anywhere you prefer — just make sure the area is clean and accessible. A flat, solid surface like a driveway or parking lot works best. Clear away debris, yard waste and other obstacles so our team can safely deliver and position your dumpster. Ensure you have plenty of vehicle clearance so you can get in and out as needed.
On delivery day, we’ll drop off your clean, odor-free dumpster. It’s best if you can be there so we can discuss the most helpful placement and review service details.
Fill Your Dumpster
Time to load up your dumpster with junk, trash and debris. Start with bulky items, allowing smaller items to fill in the gaps. Be careful not to exceed the fill line.
Never dispose of hazardous or flammable materials in your dumpster. These items include:
- Aerosol cans (all liquids)
- Animal carcasses
- Appliances with Freon™
- Asbestos
- Barrels with lids secured
- Chemical products
- Electronics
- Contaminated soils
- Fluorescent tubes
- Medical waste
- Oil filters
- Propane tanks
- Radioactive material
For heavy waste, such as concrete or dirt, please choose a 10- or 15-yard roll-off dumpster.
Arrange a Pickup
You can rent a roll-off dumpster for 9 business days. Your service start date will be the same as your container delivery date. If you need more time, contact our customer service team.
Whenever you’re ready for pickup, give us a call. If you call by 4 p.m., we’ll typically arrive by 6 p.m. the following day. If you prefer, you can also pre-schedule your dumpster pickup.
How Much Does it Cost to Rent a Dumpster?
Now that you know how to rent a dumpster, you’re probably wondering about the cost.
Dumpster rental pricing depends on the following factors:
- Dumpster size: Larger sizes cost more but can prevent overage fees.
- Weight: Heavy materials can increase costs if your dumpster exceeds the weight limit.
- Rental time: Additional rental days beyond the standard 9-day period incur daily fees.
- Geography: The distance to the nearest landfill or transfer station, city-specific fees and landfill costs can impact pricing
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We’ll Help You Get the Job Done
Once your project is complete, let us do the heavy lifting. Our residential and commercial dumpster rentals are easy and flexible. We make it simple to pre-schedule pickups and drop-offs and extend rental windows if you need more time.
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