Dumpster Rental in Philadelphia, PA

Dumpster Sizes We Deliver in Philadelphia

Not sure what you need? Tell us what you are throwing away and we will size the container for you. These are the five standard roll-off sizes.

10 YD

12' L x 8' W x 3.5' H

~3 pickup loads

Garage cleanouts, small bath remodels, yard debris

15 YD

16' L x 8' W x 4' H

~4.5 pickup loads

Kitchen remodels, flooring tear-outs, medium cleanouts

20 YD

22' L x 8' W x 4' H

~6 pickup loads

Most popular. Renovations, roofing, whole-room demo

30 YD

22' L x 8' W x 6' H

~9 pickup loads

New construction, additions, big cleanouts

40 YD

22' L x 8' W x 8' H

~12 pickup loads

Commercial jobs, demolition, major construction

Dumpster Rental in Philadelphia, PA: What To Know

Philadelphia is a rowhouse city, and rowhouse work fills dumpsters. Whether you are gutting a South Philly trinity, rehabbing a brick shell in Kensington or Point Breeze, or finally clearing out a basement in the Northeast, we arrange roll-off dumpster delivery across the city and handle the details so you can focus on the project. Homeowners, flippers, and general contractors all use us the same way: one call, one flat-rate quote, one container on schedule.

Most of Philadelphia's housing went up before 1940, which means plaster walls, old joists, dated wiring cleanouts, and full-gut renovations are everyday work here. Tight streets and small lots add a wrinkle, since many blocks have no driveways and containers often need to sit curbside with the proper city permit. We talk through placement before delivery, help you pick a footprint that fits the block, and time drop-offs so the box is not sitting idle.

Sizes run 10, 15, 20, 30, and 40 yards, covering everything from single-room remodels to whole-building demolition, and every flat-rate quote includes delivery, pickup, the rental period, and a weight allowance. Heavy masonry and plaster loads are common in Philadelphia, so getting the weight allowance right matters, and we will help you size it honestly. Call us with your address and scope, and we will get a roll-off headed to your block, often within a day or two.

What Folks Rent Dumpsters For in Philadelphia

Home Cleanouts

Garage, basement, attic, estate and moving cleanouts. A 10 or 15 yard container beats twenty trips to the dump, and you load it on your own schedule.

Remodels & Renovation

Kitchen and bath demo, flooring tear-outs, drywall and cabinet debris. The 20 yard is the workhorse here. Contractors can keep a box swapped out for the length of the job.

Roofing Tear-Offs

Shingles are heavy, so roofing loads are quoted with the right weight allowance up front. Tell us the squares and layers and we will match the container and tonnage.

Construction & Demo

New builds, additions, and demolition in the Philadelphia area. 30 and 40 yard boxes, scheduled swap-outs, and heavy-debris containers for concrete, dirt and brick.

Yard & Storm Debris

Brush, limbs, fencing, shed tear-downs, and post-storm cleanup. Green waste is fine in any size container.

Businesses & Property Managers

Tenant turnovers, office cleanouts, retail remodels. Net invoicing available for repeat commercial accounts.

Typical Pricing in Philadelphia

Every quote is flat-rate: delivery, pickup, the rental period and a set weight allowance are included. These are the typical ranges; your exact price depends on zip code and debris type.

Container	Typical Total
10 yard roll-off	$250 to $400
15 yard roll-off	$300 to $450
20 yard roll-off	$350 to $550
30 yard roll-off	$450 to $650
40 yard roll-off	$550 to $800

Overweight loads bill per ton over the included allowance. Heavy debris (concrete, dirt, shingles) is priced with the correct allowance up front so there are no surprises.

How It Works

Call For A Price

Tell us your zip code, what you are tossing, and when you want it. You get a flat price and a delivery day on the same call.

We Drop It Off

The driver places the container where you want it. Driveway boards on request. You do not need to be home.

Load It, We Haul It

Fill it on your schedule inside the rental window, then call or wait for the scheduled pickup. Done.

Common Questions

How much does it cost to rent a dumpster in Philadelphia?

Most roll-off rentals in Philadelphia run $250 to $650 depending on the container size, your zip code, and the type of debris. The quote you get on the phone is flat-rate: delivery, pickup, the rental period, and a set weight allowance are all included.

What size dumpster do I need?

A 10 or 15 yard container handles a garage cleanout or a small remodel. A 20 yard is the most common size for renovations and roofing. Full construction jobs and large cleanouts usually take a 30 or 40 yard. Tell us what you are tossing and we will size it for you so you are not paying for air.

How fast can you deliver in Philadelphia?

Most orders in the Philadelphia area can be delivered within a few business days, and often sooner. If your job has a hard start date, call as early as you can and we will work the schedule.

What is not allowed in the dumpster?

Standard no-go items: tires, batteries, paint and solvents, oils and fuels, refrigerants and appliances containing freon, and hazardous chemicals. Heavy material like concrete, dirt, and brick is fine but usually needs a dedicated heavy-debris container. Ask when you book and we will keep you out of trouble on pickup day.

Do I need a permit to put a dumpster on the street in Philadelphia?

If the container sits on your own driveway or property, no. If it has to go on a public street or right-of-way, most cities including Philadelphia require a temporary placement permit from the city. We will tell you whether your placement needs one when you book.

How long do I get to keep it?

Standard rentals include 7 to 14 days depending on the market. Need it longer? Extra days are cheap compared to re-ordering, and swap-outs are available on bigger jobs where debris keeps coming.

Will it damage my driveway?

Drivers place boards under the container rails on request, and containers are rolled off gently rather than dropped. Concrete and newer asphalt hold up fine in almost all cases; if your driveway is fresh or decorative, mention it and we will plan placement around it.