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Dumpster Rental in San Francisco, CA

City Dumpsters delivers roll-off containers across San Francisco, from flat lots in the Sunset to tight hillside streets in Bernal Heights. Because so much of the city is row housing with little setback, most of our San Francisco deliveries go on the street rather than a driveway, which means a permit is usually part of the job. We help you size the container to the space you actually have so the driver is not turning around on arrival.

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Roll-off dumpster rental in San Francisco, CA

Dumpster Rental in San Francisco

City Dumpsters is a locally owned roll-off dumpster company based just south of the city in South San Francisco. We deliver 10, 20 and 40 yard dumpsters to every San Francisco neighborhood, from the flat avenues of the Sunset and Richmond to the steep blocks of Bernal Heights, Potrero Hill and Pacific Heights. Because our yard is minutes from the city line, same-day delivery is often available when you book in the morning.

Renting a dumpster in San Francisco is different from renting one in the suburbs. Most homes are row houses with a garage at street level and no driveway that can hold a container, so the dumpster usually sits in the parking lane in front of the property. That means a street space permit from San Francisco Public Works. We handle your permit as part of the booking: tell us the address and the spot, and we take care of the paperwork and schedule delivery around it.

Pricing is flat and shown before you pay. Every rental includes delivery, pickup, a 7-day rental period and a set weight allowance, so you know the cost of a kitchen remodel, a garage cleanout or a full gut renovation up front. Construction and demolition debris goes to registered processing facilities, which keeps your project in line with San Francisco's recycling rules.

Homeowners use our dumpsters for Victorian remodels, estate cleanouts and moves. Contractors use them for roofing, tenant improvements and new builds, with scheduled swap-outs so the job site never waits for a haul. Whatever the project, we help you pick a size that fits both the debris and the curb space you actually have.

Dumpster Sizes Available in San Francisco

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

10 Yard s dumpster

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

20 Yard dumpster

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

40 Yard dumpster

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

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.

Dumpster Rental Prices in San Francisco

Dumpster rental prices in San Francisco
SizePriceTons includedRental daysOverage
10 Yard s dumpster$221107$175.3/ton
20 Yard dumpster$60027$175/ton
40 Yard dumpster$99047$175/ton
  • Delivery and pickup included
  • Extra days: $35 per day
  • Trip fee if the container cannot be placed or picked up: $250
  • Street permit: we handle your permit

In San Francisco the biggest cost driver is weight, not volume. Plaster and lath from older homes, tile and concrete fill a weight allowance quickly, so choose a size with enough included tons rather than the smallest box that might fit.

Street placement needs a permit, which we handle for you. Plan the rental length with the permit in mind: if the project runs long, extend early so the container stays covered.

Compare every size on our dumpster pricing page or read the full fees policy.

Do You Need a Dumpster Permit in San Francisco?

A dumpster on a San Francisco street, in a parking space or on a sidewalk needs a street space permit from San Francisco Public Works. A container kept entirely on private property, such as a driveway or a fenced lot, does not.

San Francisco also regulates construction and demolition debris: it must be hauled by a registered transporter and taken to a facility that recycles it. When you rent from City Dumpsters, both the permit and the hauling side are covered. We handle your permit.

Read our San Francisco dumpster permit guide for the details.

Permit at a glance

  • Driveway or private lot: no street permit needed
  • Street or parking lane: street space permit from SF Public Works
  • We handle your permit as part of the booking
  • Book a few days ahead so the permit is in place before delivery
  • C&D debris goes to registered recycling facilities

San Francisco Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Mission District

    Flats and Victorians with tight street parking. Most rentals go in the parking lane with a permit.

  • SoMa

    Lofts, condos and commercial tenant improvements. Delivery windows can be timed around loading zones.

  • Sunset District

    Garage cleanouts and backyard concrete removal on wide, flat avenues. A 10 yard is popular for patio tear-outs.

  • Richmond District

    Single-family remodels and estate cleanouts close to Golden Gate Park.

  • Marina District

    Remodels in stucco homes with narrow garages. A 10 or 20 yard fits one parking space best.

  • Pacific Heights

    High-end renovations on steep blocks. Tell us the grade when you book so we send the right truck.

  • Bernal Heights

    Hillside streets and small lots. Smaller containers are easier to place on a slope.

  • Noe Valley

    Kitchen and bath remodels in Victorian and Edwardian homes, often with heavy plaster debris.

  • Potrero Hill

    Steep approaches and a mix of homes and light industrial sites. Mention the grade at checkout.

  • Excelsior

    Garage conversions, ADU builds and cleanouts in single-family homes, often with driveway placement.

Where we deliver near San Francisco

San Francisco sits inside our San Francisco Bay Area service area. Everything shaded in orange is covered for delivery and pickup.

Dumpster Rental Across San Francisco

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

Parking and access in a dense city

San Francisco streets are narrow and often sloped, and many blocks have permit-only parking. Before delivery, clear roughly 60 feet of curb space and check for overhanging trees or wires. If you are on a steep grade in a neighborhood like Potrero Hill or Bernal Heights, tell us when you book so we can send a driver and container suited to the approach.

Remodels and multi-unit cleanouts

Kitchen and bath remodels in Victorian and Edwardian homes tend to generate heavy plaster and lath rather than light drywall, which adds weight fast. If you are gutting more than one room, a larger container with a higher tonnage allowance usually costs less than paying overage on a small one.

Street placement needs a permit

Placing the container on a street or sidewalk in San Francisco usually requires a permit from San Francisco Public Works. A dumpster kept entirely on your own driveway normally does not.

How to get a dumpster permit →

Popular Projects in San Francisco

Victorian and Edwardian remodels

Plaster, lath and old fixtures weigh more than drywall. A 20 yard handles most single-floor remodels.

Garage and ADU conversions

Turning a garage into living space produces framing, concrete and junk. A 20 yard plus a 10 yard for concrete works well.

Estate and move-out cleanouts

Furniture, boxes and decades of storage. A 20 or 40 yard depending on the size of the home.

Roofing tear-offs

Placed as close to the eave as the street allows, with the permit handled for you.

Concrete and backyard projects

Patios, stairs and garden walls go in a 10 yard heavy-debris box.

Commercial tenant improvements

Office and retail refits in SoMa and downtown, with deliveries timed around building rules.

Dumpsters for Home Renovations in San Francisco

San Francisco renovations tend to be heavier than they look. Older homes have plaster and lath walls, tile floors on mortar beds and cast-iron tubs, so a kitchen or bathroom tear-out can reach the weight allowance before the container is full. For a single kitchen or one to two bathrooms, a 20 yard is the usual pick. For a whole-floor or whole-home renovation, a 40 yard or a 20 yard with a swap-out keeps the project moving. We deliver to the parking lane in front of the house and handle your permit, so demo day can start on time.

Most remodels fit a 20 yard dumpster; see home renovation dumpster rental or residential dumpsters for cleanouts.

Construction Dumpster Rental in San Francisco

Contractors across San Francisco use our roll-offs for new builds, additions, foundation work and commercial tenant improvements. We schedule drops and swap-outs around your phases, deliver within the window your site or building requires, and take C&D debris to registered processing facilities so your diversion paperwork is straightforward. Ask for disposal tickets after each haul if your building permit requires recycling documentation.

Big job? The 40 yard roll-off suits gut renovations and new builds. Learn more about contractor dumpster service with scheduled swap-outs.

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.

San Francisco Dumpster Rental FAQs

Prices depend on the size you choose and are shown upfront before you book. Each rental includes delivery, pickup, a 7-day rental and a set weight allowance. See the price table on this page for current rates by size.

If the container sits on the street, in a parking lane or on the sidewalk, yes. Permits are issued by San Francisco Public Works. We handle your permit as part of the booking. A dumpster placed entirely on your own driveway or private lot does not need a street permit.

Yes. Tell us the address and where the container should go, and we file the street space permit and schedule delivery once it is in place.

A 10 or 20 yard container is the practical choice for most city blocks because it is shorter and fits one to two parking spaces. A 40 yard container generally needs a driveway, a job site or a longer stretch of curb.

Often, yes. Our yard is in South San Francisco, minutes from the city. Same-day delivery depends on availability and whether a street permit is needed, so book early in the day or call us.

Usually yes, but tell us about the grade when you order. A roll-off is placed by sliding it off the truck bed, so very steep or narrow approaches may need a smaller container.

A 20 yard handles most kitchen remodels. Older homes with plaster walls produce heavier debris, so tell us if you are removing plaster or tile.

Yes. We supply 10, 20 and 40 yard roll-offs with scheduled swap-outs, and C&D debris goes to registered processing facilities.

The standard rental is 7 days. Need more time? Extend for a flat daily rate, and we update the street permit to match.

Hazardous waste, paint, solvents, batteries, tires and appliances with refrigerant are not accepted. Concrete, dirt and brick go in a separate heavy-debris container.

How Dumpster Rental Works in San Francisco

  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 San Francisco dumpster rental

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

Nearby Cities We Serve

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