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Dumpster Rental in Appleton, Wisconsin

At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Appleton, Wisconsin, and the nearby Fox Cities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Older homes near downtown and the Lawrence University area get new kitchens, porches, and roofs every season. Newer subdivisions on the south side keep builders busy, and steady construction along the Fox River and the I-41 corridor means roll-off containers are always in demand.

Your price comes down to the container size, the kind of debris, how many days you keep it, and the disposal fees at the county landfill on Holland Road. Below, you'll find our price ranges, the City's occupancy permit, the Wisconsin items that can't be landfilled, and where your load ends up.

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Done with your project or need your dumpster emptied? Just give us a call to arrange a fast and convenient pickup. We’re ready to quickly remove your waste and make your experience hassle-free. Count on Prime Dumpster for timely and efficient service.

Appleton Dumpster Rental Prices

The prices below reflect average ranges for a standard five-day rental period. Your account manager will confirm tonnage, overage rates, and other project specifics during your free, custom quote.

SizeAverage Price RangeApproximate DimensionsCommon Uses
10-Yard Dumpster$399–$49912' L × 8' W × 3.5' HConcrete, brick, and heavy debris; small cleanouts; single-room remodels
15-Yard Dumpster$449–$56916' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' HGarage cleanouts, kitchen and bathroom remodels, small roof tear-offs
20-Yard Dumpster$499–$64922' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' HWhole-home cleanouts, multi-room renovations, flooring removal, roofing
30-Yard Dumpster$599–$79922' L × 8' W × 6' HMajor renovations, new residential construction, large commercial projects
40-Yard Dumpster$699–$89922–24' L × 8' W × 8' HCommercial demolition, industrial cleanouts, large-scale construction
Prices shown are general ranges for estimation purposes. Your final quote will depend on many factors, which your Prime Dumpster Account Manager will explain after learning about your project needs during your free consultation.
Average Price Range $399–$499
Approximate Dimensions 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H
Common Uses Concrete, brick, and heavy debris; small cleanouts; single-room remodels
Average Price Range $449–$569
Approximate Dimensions 16' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' H
Common Uses Garage cleanouts, kitchen and bathroom remodels, small roof tear-offs
Average Price Range $499–$649
Approximate Dimensions 22' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' H
Common Uses Whole-home cleanouts, multi-room renovations, flooring removal, roofing
Average Price Range $599–$799
Approximate Dimensions 22' L × 8' W × 6' H
Common Uses Major renovations, new residential construction, large commercial projects
Average Price Range $699–$899
Approximate Dimensions 22–24' L × 8' W × 8' H
Common Uses Commercial demolition, industrial cleanouts, large-scale construction
Prices shown are general ranges for estimation purposes. Your final quote will depend on many factors, which your Prime Dumpster Account Manager will explain after learning about your project needs during your free consultation.

What Changes the Price in Appleton, WI

Here's what moves the price of an Appleton rental up or down.

Size sets the starting point. A container that holds the whole job in one trip is cheaper than a smaller one that needs a second haul.

Weight is the next piece. Outagamie County charges by the ton at its landfill, and roofing shingles, plaster, and wet lumber add weight fast. Clean concrete and brick are a different story. The county lists them as aggregate at just $5.00 per ton, compared with $58.00 per ton for mixed construction debris, so a separate load of concrete can save real money.

The destination matters too. Most Appleton loads go to Outagamie County Recycling & Solid Waste on Holland Road, north of the city. The county sets those disposal fees, and they apply to every hauler.

Last, think about placement. A container on a City street or sidewalk needs a paid permit, and Wisconsin keeps a long list of items out of landfills. Your account manager will go over both before your delivery date.

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Perfect For:

  • Job-site
  • Construction Project
  • Remodeling Job

Weight Limit: Up to 2 tons (4,000 lbs)

Bags of Trash: Approximately 50-70 large trash bags.

Truck Loads: Roughly 3 pickup truck loads.

*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.

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Perfect For:

  • Residential renovations
  • Roof repairs
  • Large garage or basement cleanouts
  • Large yard cleanups

Weight Limit: Up to 3 tons (6,000 lbs)

Bags of Trash: Approximately 80-100 large trash bags.

Truck Loads: Roughly 4.5 pickup truck loads.

*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.

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Perfect For:

  • Party or Event
  • Festival or Fair
  • Concert

Weight Limit: Up to 3 tons (6,000 lbs)

Bags of Trash: Approximately 110-130 large trash bags.

Truck Loads: Roughly 6 pickup truck loads.

*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.

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Perfect For:

  • Event or Show
  • Construction Project
  • Festival or Fair

Weight Limit: Up to 4 tons (8,000 lbs)

Bags of Trash: Approximately 170-190 large trash bags.

Truck Loads: Roughly 9 pickup truck loads.

*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.

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Perfect For:

  • Event Or Show
  • Concert
  • Festival or Fair

Weight Limit: Up to 5 tons (10,000 lbs)

Bags of Trash: Approximately 230-250 large trash bags.

Truck Loads: Roughly 12 pickup truck loads.

*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.

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What Size Dumpster Do I Need in Appleton, WI?

Pick your size by the amount of debris and how heavy it is. Prime Dumpster rents containers from 10 to 40 yards.

The 10-Yard Dumpster fits a bathroom gut, an attic sort, or a small deck tear-off. It's also the best choice for concrete, brick, and block, since a heavy load hits the weight limit before it fills the container.

The 15-Yard Dumpster suits a kitchen redo, a garage cleanout, or old carpet and pad from several rooms. You gain room without jumping to a big container.

The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size many Appleton homeowners choose. It handles a full-house cleanout, a basement finish, or the shingles from an average roof.

The 30-Yard Dumpster works for additions, major remodels, and new home builds. Pick it when the job throws off a lot of bulky, mixed material.

The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest. It's meant for commercial construction, full teardowns, and big business or warehouse cleanouts.

Still unsure? Walk your account manager through the project, and they'll suggest the right fit.

Do I Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Appleton, WI?

When the container sits on private property, like your driveway or a fenced job site, you usually won't need a City permit in Appleton. That changes as soon as any part of it lands on a City street or sidewalk.

The City of Appleton Public Works Department requires a Street and/or Sidewalk Occupancy Permit for that spot, and it names dumpsters and storage containers as uses the permit covers. The fee is $40.00, paid up front and not refundable. You'll also send a proof of insurance form, and a traffic control plan if the container blocks a lane or the sidewalk.

Give yourself time. The City asks you to allow up to five full business days for approval, and no work in the street may start before the permit is issued. If a parking meter sits in the space, you'll need a meter bag too.

For questions, call Public Works Engineering at 920-832-6474. Your account manager can help you sort out whether your spot is private property or right-of-way and who to contact.

What Can You Not Put in a Dumpster in Appleton, WI?

Most remodeling and cleanout debris is welcome. The limits come from Wisconsin's landfill bans and from the county's own rules.

Wisconsin bans a long list of items from landfills anywhere in the state. That includes TVs, computers, and other electronics, major appliances, tires, car batteries, waste oil and oil filters, and yard waste such as grass, leaves, and brush. Cardboard, newspaper, glass bottles, cans, and #1 and #2 plastic containers are banned too, so recycle them instead of tossing them.

Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos can't go in a standard dumpster either.

The county will take appliances, tires, and electronics at its drop-off site for a per-item fee, and asbestos only by prior arrangement. Keep those items out of your container and tell us about them when you book.

Unsure about something? Ask your account manager before it goes in.

What Can I Throw in a Dumpster Rental?

Household Debris Approved for Dumpster Rentals

Construction and Heavy Debris Accepted for Dumpster Rentals

If the item you want to dispose of isn’t on this list, give us a call for more guidance or check out our guide of what you can throw in a dumpster.

*Approved items may vary by location. Always check your local laws and regulations to avoid any fines or additional fees.

Where Your Waste Goes

Appleton's curbside service has limits on building materials, and the City notes that carpet torn out by a contractor is the contractor's job to dispose of. For a real remodel, a roll-off keeps it all in one place.

Most dumpster loads from Appleton go to Outagamie County Recycling & Solid Waste at 1919 Holland Road, Appleton, WI 54911, which runs the county landfill and transfer station. It's open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturday, 7 a.m. to noon. The main phone is 920-832-5277.

The county site weighs each load and requires every open load to be tarped, or it adds a fee. Your account manager will confirm where your debris is going and walk you through the fees before delivery.

Outagamie County Recycling & Solid Waste

1919 Holland Road, Appleton, WI 54911

County landfill and transfer station, open weekdays 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Saturdays 7 a.m. to noon.

920-832-5277

How Fast Can You Get a Dumpster in Appleton, WI?

Most Appleton rentals can be set up within one to two business days, with drop-off landing in a 24 to 48 hour window. If your container needs a street permit, book a week or more ahead so the City's approval time doesn't hold you up.

A few tips for a smooth drop-off:

  • Describe your debris. Concrete, shingles, and household junk are priced differently, so details lead to a better quote.
  • Call early in the day. Quick delivery slots go first, and a morning call gives you the best chance.
  • Mark the spot. Pick a flat, open area with no cars, low wires, or tree limbs in the truck's path.
  • Start the permit early. A street or sidewalk spot needs the City's occupancy permit, which can take up to five business days.
  • Pull out banned items. Set aside electronics, tires, appliances, and yard waste before you start loading.

The county site closes at noon on Saturdays and stays closed on Sundays and major holidays, so a container you fill over the weekend is usually hauled on Monday.

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Areas We Serve Around Appleton, WI

Prime Dumpster serves every part of Appleton, from downtown and the College Avenue area to the south side, plus nearby Fox Cities communities like Grand Chute, Kimberly, Little Chute, Kaukauna, Menasha, and Neenah. Your account manager will confirm delivery for your address.

Book a Dumpster in Appleton, WI

Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll help you choose a size, sort out any permit, and give you a clear price on the call.

Your Prime Dumpster account manager handles the details, from tonnage and overage rates to permit contacts and delivery timing, so you can focus on the work.

Appleton, WI Dumpster Questions

How much does a dumpster rental cost in Appleton, WI?

An Appleton dumpster rental runs $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, based on a five-day rental. What you load and the county's per-ton disposal fees shape the final number. Your account manager will confirm the included tonnage and overage rates when you book.

Is it cheaper to rent a dumpster or go to the dump?

Renting usually wins once a project needs more than a load or two. Each trip to Holland Road means a stop at the scale, a tarp over your trailer, and time away from the job. One roll-off gathers everything and leaves in a single haul.

Will a couch fit in a 10-yard dumpster?

Yes. A standard three-seat couch uses roughly a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. You'll still have space for a mattress, a dresser, and several boxes. Furniture tends to fill the container long before it gets close to the weight limit.

When renting a dumpster, what can you not put in it?

Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos. Wisconsin also bans electronics, appliances, tires, car batteries, waste oil, yard waste, and recyclables like cardboard and bottles from landfills. Your account manager can suggest where to take those items instead.

What is the cheapest dumpster I can rent in Appleton, WI?

The 10-yard dumpster is our lowest-priced size, at $399 to $499. Weight still drives the final bill, though. A small container packed with shingles or plaster can run over its limit. Putting clean concrete and brick in their own load often lowers your cost.

How much is it to rent a dumpster for 3 days?

A three-day rental usually costs the same as a five-day rental. We price by the job, not by the day, and the weight of your debris matters more than the calendar. Ask your account manager how much weight is included and what extra tons cost.

What can you legally put in a dumpster?

Most home and building debris is fine in an Appleton dumpster. That covers lumber, drywall, shingles, flooring, cabinets, furniture, and general junk. Clean concrete and brick are accepted as well and cost less to dispose of when kept apart. Check with your account manager if you're unsure about an item.

Prime Dumpster in Appleton, Wisconsin

Business Name:Prime Dumpster
Address:Appleton, Wisconsin 54915
Phone:920-600-6630
Website:https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/
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