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Dumpster Rental in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles covers more ground than almost any city we serve, and the right container depends heavily on which part of it you are in. A Woodland Hills driveway takes a 40 yard box without a second thought; a hillside street in Silver Lake or above Hollywood Boulevard may only work with a 10 or 20 yard container placed at the curb under a permit. Tell us the address and the project and we will size the container to the access you actually have.

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Roll-off dumpster rental in Los Angeles, CA

Dumpster Sizes Available in Los Angeles

3 containers to choose from. Every rental includes delivery, pickup and disposal.

10 Yard s dumpster

10 Yard s Dumpster

$221.00

There is no weight limit for a 10 yard dumpster. This dumpster is mainly used only for Dirt, Concrete, Asphalt, Sand, Washout, or a mix of everything. Perfect for, Concrete Removal Projects, Dirt Excavation & Landscaping Work, Removing soil from garden or lawn leveling, Excavation from fence post installation, pool removal, or grading projects, Mixed Heavy Debris Jobs, Dirt mixed with small amounts of rock, gravel, or asphalt.

Dimensions
14.4ft × 7.5ft × 3.5ft
Weight included
10 tons included
Rental period
7-day rental

Best for: Attic Cleanouts, Light Demolition & Concrete Disposal

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20 Yard dumpster

20 Yard Dumpster

$600.00

A 20 yard dumpster is included with 2 Tons. Anything over 2 Tons is $175 extra per Ton. Perfect for Residential projects, ideal for larger renovations and medium-sized cleanups. Perfect for Home renovation Projects, House clean-outs, Construction & Demolition, Yard & Landscaping Projects and much, much more.

Dimensions
18ft × 8ft × 4ft
Weight included
2 tons included
Rental period
7-day rental

Best for: Partial Home Cleanouts, Roofing Projects & General Construction

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40 Yard dumpster

40 Yard Dumpster

$990.00

Extra large 40 yard dumpster is included with 4 Tons. Anything over 4 Tons is $175 extra per Ton. This is perfect for Larger-Scale Construction & Demolition, Commercial or Industrial Clean-outs, Estate or Hoarder Clean-outs, Landscaping & Land Clearing, Spring Cleaning and much, much more.

Dimensions
21ft × 8ft × 7.5ft
Weight included
4 tons included
Rental period
7-day rental

Best for: Full-Home Remodels, Estate Cleanouts & Commercial Renovations

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Dimensions are approximate and vary by manufacturer. Overage beyond the included weight is billed per ton. Compare all dumpster sizes or see dumpster rental prices.

Where we deliver near Los Angeles

Los Angeles sits inside our Greater Los Angeles service area. Everything shaded in orange is covered for delivery and pickup.

Dumpster Rental Across Los Angeles

What to expect when you rent a roll-off container here — access, debris weight and permits.

Street placement and parking restrictions

Much of Los Angeles has street sweeping, permit parking or peak-hour restrictions on the same stretch of curb you would want the container on. If the dumpster cannot go on private property, apply for an encroachment permit from the Bureau of Engineering after you order and before the delivery date, and check the posted signs on your block so the container is not sitting in a tow-away lane.

Hillside streets versus Valley lots

The Hollywood Hills, Silver Lake, Echo Park and Mount Washington have narrow, curving streets with little turnaround room, so a 10 or 20 yard container is usually the largest that can be placed safely. Across the San Fernando Valley the picture flips: wide streets and deep driveways in Van Nuys, Sherman Oaks and Woodland Hills make a 40 yard container practical, often with no permit at all.

Remodels, flips and commercial tear-outs

Whole-house flips and storefront renovations produce a steady stream of mixed debris, and a single haul rarely covers them. For active sites we schedule swap-outs so a full container leaves and an empty one lands in the same visit. Keep in mind that stucco, tile, plaster and old roofing are much heavier than framing lumber or drywall, so check the tonnage allowance before picking the smallest size that fits by volume.

Yard waste and heavy debris stay separate

Palm fronds, brush and tree trimmings are handled as yard waste, while concrete, dirt, brick and asphalt are heavy debris with a lower fill limit. These cannot ride in the same container. Landscaping jobs that pull out both an old patio and the planting around it need two loads, which is worth planning before delivery rather than on pickup day.

Street placement needs a permit

Placing the container on a street or sidewalk in Los Angeles usually requires a permit from City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering. A dumpster kept entirely on your own driveway normally does not.

How to get a dumpster permit →

What You Can and Can't Put in the Dumpster

Heavy debris such as concrete, dirt and asphalt cannot be mixed with household trash or yard waste, because those loads are disposed of differently and weigh far more.

Household & yard debris

  • General junk and household trash
  • Carpet and flooring
  • Appliances and electronics
  • Furniture and mattresses
  • Fixtures and cabinetry
  • Yard waste and branches

Construction & heavy debris

  • Wood, lumber and framing
  • Drywall and plaster
  • Roofing shingles and tile
  • Concrete, brick and block
  • Dirt, sand and gravel
  • Asphalt

Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, tires, batteries and refrigerants are not accepted. See the full prohibited items list before you load.

Los Angeles Dumpster Rental FAQs

Not if the container sits entirely on your own driveway, lot or job site. For placement in the street or any public right of way you need an encroachment permit from the City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering, applied for after you order and before delivery.

A 10 or 20 yard container suits a garage cleanout, a single-room remodel or heavy debris like concrete and dirt, which hit the weight limit long before they fill up. A 20 to 40 yard container covers multi-room renovations and whole-home cleanouts. Reserve 40 yards for house flips, commercial tear-outs and demolition work where the debris is bulky but relatively light.

Roughly 60 feet of straight, level space and 23 to 25 feet of vertical clearance, because the truck raises its bed to slide the container off. Move parked cars before the delivery window and check for low branches, wires and garage eaves along the approach.

Usually yes, but tell us about the grade and street width when you order. Very steep or single-lane approaches in the Hollywood Hills, Silver Lake or Mount Washington may need a smaller container than the project would otherwise call for.

A standard rental runs seven days, and you can extend for a flat daily rate if the project runs long. Call before the scheduled pickup rather than after so the driver is not dispatched for nothing.

How Dumpster Rental Works in Los Angeles

  1. 1

    Pick your size

    Choose a 10, 20 or 40 yard container for your project. Not sure? Call us and we will size it from a quick description of the job.

  2. 2

    Choose the spot

    A driveway or private lot needs no street permit in most cities. No driveway? The container can go in the parking lane and we handle your permit.

  3. 3

    Book online

    Pick your delivery date and see the full price before you pay. You get a confirmation with your delivery window.

  4. 4

    Clear the approach

    Leave roughly 60 feet of straight space and 23 to 25 feet of vertical clearance. Move cars and watch for low branches so the driver is not blocked on arrival.

  5. 5

    Load within the weight limit

    Keep debris level with the sidewalls and stay under the included tonnage. Anything above the included weight is billed per ton.

  6. 6

    Schedule pickup

    Request pickup online or by phone when you are done. Need more time? Extend the rental for a flat daily rate.

Plan your Los Angeles dumpster rental

Sizes, services and guides that answer the questions we hear most before delivery.

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