Dumpster Rental FAQ

A one-day rental is possible, but most rentals run 7 days and cost the same for a shorter stay. Published market ranges put a 10-yard near $586 and a 20-yard near $679, based on Dumpsters.com averages from October 2026. A short rental rarely saves money. Read the full answer in the guide on renting a dumpster for a day.

With a dumpster rental, you load the box yourself over several days. With junk removal, a crew loads and hauls in one visit. Dumpsters suit big jobs and slow cleanouts. Junk removal suits small loads and fast jobs. Compare both options in the dumpster vs junk removal guide.

Most haulers allow mattresses, but some landfills charge an extra fee for them. One or two mattresses in a cleanout load are normally fine. A load of mattresses alone may cost extra. Check the full allowed list in the what can go in a dumpster guide.

Clear cars, bins, and low branches from the spot and the truck path. Lay plywood boards where the rails will sit. The truck needs about 10.5 feet of width and 60 feet of straight clearance. Fresh asphalt and new concrete should not carry a dumpster. Read the full steps in the driveway protection guide.

The hauler weighs the box at the landfill. Weight over your allowance is billed per ton. Most operators charge $40 to $100 per extra ton, and some charge up to $200. Heavy debris like concrete and dirt causes most overweight bills. See the numbers in the weight limits guide.

Yes. Roofing is one of the most common dumpster jobs in Colorado. A 20-yard box fits most single-layer tear-offs. Shingles are heavy, so the weight limit matters more than the box size. See sizes and prices on the roofing dumpster rental page.

Same-day delivery depends on the truck schedule and your city. It is most often possible in the big metro cities when you book early in the day. We confirm the delivery date on the confirmation call. See how it works on the same-day delivery page.

Delivery is usually scheduled for the date you pick when you book. Most deliveries happen within one to two business days of the confirmation call. Mountain towns and small towns may need an extra day. Your exact delivery date is confirmed on the call, before you pay.

Yes, you can mix yard waste with household junk in a standard dumpster. Branches, leaves, grass, and brush go in with other debris. A load of yard waste alone may suit a smaller box. See sizes and rules on the yard waste dumpster rental page.

A 10-yard dumpster fits most garage cleanouts. It holds about 3 pickup loads, or 50 to 70 bags. A packed two-car garage with bulky furniture may need a 15-yard box. Use the dumpster size calculator to check your job.