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Dumpster Rental in South San Francisco, CA

South San Francisco pairs older hillside neighborhoods with a large biotech and industrial district east of the freeway. City Dumpsters covers both, delivering 10 to 20 yard containers for residential work and 40 yard boxes with swap-outs for lab build-outs and warehouse projects.

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Roll-off dumpster rental in South San Francisco, CA

Dumpster Rental in South San Francisco

South San Francisco is home base for City Dumpsters. Our yard is here, so South City customers get some of our fastest delivery times, and same-day drop-off is often available when you book in the morning.

We serve every part of town: the hillside homes around Sign Hill and Westborough, the post-war neighborhoods of Sunshine Gardens and Avalon, downtown Grand Avenue, and the biotech and industrial sites east of 101. Many homes here have a driveway that fits a 10 or 20 yard, which keeps things simple and avoids a street permit.

Pricing is flat and shown before you book, with delivery, pickup, a 7-day rental and included weight. If the container has to go on the street, we handle your permit.

Dumpster Sizes Available in South San Francisco

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.

Dumpster Rental Prices in South San Francisco

Dumpster rental prices in South 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

Because we are local, there is no long-distance delivery markup in South San Francisco. The main cost variable is weight, so pick a size with enough included tons for heavy debris like concrete or stucco.

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

Do You Need a Dumpster Permit in South San Francisco?

A dumpster on a South San Francisco street or in the public right-of-way needs approval from the City of South San Francisco. A container kept on your driveway or private lot normally does not. When street placement is needed, we handle your permit.

Permit at a glance

  • Driveway or private lot: usually no permit needed
  • Street or parking lane: permit from the City of South San Francisco
  • We handle your permit when street placement is needed
  • Book a few days ahead for street placement

South San Francisco Neighborhoods We Serve

  • Downtown

    Older homes and storefronts around Grand Avenue with limited parking. A 10 yard fits most curbs.

  • Sunshine Gardens

    Single-family homes with driveways. Garage cleanouts and remodels are common.

  • Westborough

    Hillside streets with steeper driveways. Mention the grade when you book.

  • Sign Hill

    Steep blocks below the hillside sign. Smaller containers place more easily.

  • Avalon

    Mid-century homes with room for a 20 yard on the driveway.

  • East of 101

    Lab, warehouse and industrial sites. 40 yard roll-offs and scheduled swap-outs for tenant improvements.

Where we deliver near South San Francisco

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

Dumpster Rental Across South San Francisco

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

Residential hills, industrial flats

Around Sign Hill and Sunshine Gardens the streets are narrow and sloped, so plan on a smaller container. East of 101 the sites are large and level, where 40 yard boxes and scheduled swap-outs keep a build-out moving.

Street placement needs a permit

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

How to get a dumpster permit →

Popular Projects in South San Francisco

Lab and office tenant improvements

Biotech and office build-outs east of 101 use 40 yard roll-offs with swap-outs timed around the site schedule.

Mid-century home remodels

Kitchen, bath and siding projects in Avalon and Sunshine Gardens usually fit a 20 yard.

Garage and estate cleanouts

Decades of storage cleared in a weekend, with the container on your driveway.

Hillside landscaping and concrete

Retaining walls, patios and dirt from hillside lots go in a 10 yard heavy-debris box.

Dumpsters for Home Renovations in South San Francisco

South City homes are mostly post-war stucco houses, so remodels produce stucco, drywall, flooring and cabinets. A 20 yard handles most single-room or kitchen projects; for a full remodel or an addition, a 40 yard saves a second haul. Driveway placement is usually possible, and if it is not, we handle your permit.

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

Construction Dumpster Rental in South San Francisco

Contractors working on homes, ADUs and commercial sites in South San Francisco benefit from our yard being minutes away: swap-outs are quick and last-minute drops are easier to fit in. We schedule around your phases and take C&D debris to registered processing facilities.

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.

South San Francisco Dumpster Rental FAQs

Not on private property. Street or right-of-way placement requires an encroachment permit from City of South San Francisco Public Works.

Yes. We work to set delivery windows when building management requires them, and can schedule regular swap-outs for active projects.

Often, yes. Our yard is in South San Francisco, so same-day delivery is frequently available when you book early in the day.

Yes. We deliver 40 yard roll-offs and schedule swap-outs for tenant improvements and cleanouts at commercial sites.

Prices depend on the size and are shown upfront. Each rental includes delivery, pickup, a 7-day rental and included weight. See the price table on this page.

How Dumpster Rental Works in South 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 South San Francisco dumpster rental

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

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