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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Johnston, Iowa, and the Polk County neighborhoods on the northwest side of Des Moines in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Basement finishes, deck and roof replacements, move-out cleanouts, and new home construction in growing subdivisions keep our containers busy with homeowners and builders here.
Four things set your price: the container size, the kind of debris, how long you keep it, and the disposal fees where your load ends up. Below, you'll find price ranges, the City's street permit, the items Iowa keeps out of landfills, and where Johnston debris is taken.
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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.
| Size | Average Price Range | Approximate Dimensions | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard Dumpster | $399–$499 | 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H | Concrete, brick, and heavy debris; small cleanouts; single-room remodels |
| 15-Yard Dumpster | $449–$569 | 16' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' H | Garage cleanouts, kitchen and bathroom remodels, small roof tear-offs |
| 20-Yard Dumpster | $499–$649 | 22' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' H | Whole-home cleanouts, multi-room renovations, flooring removal, roofing |
| 30-Yard Dumpster | $599–$799 | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | Major renovations, new residential construction, large commercial projects |
| 40-Yard Dumpster | $699–$899 | 22–24' L × 8' W × 8' H | Commercial demolition, industrial cleanouts, large-scale construction |
A handful of local details decide what a Johnston rental really costs.
The size you choose is the first. Going too small can mean a second haul, and going too big means paying for space you never fill.
Weight is next. Disposal is charged by the ton in the metro area, so plaster, shingles, and wet lumber drive up the bill much faster than furniture or cardboard. Tell us what's going in so the quote fits the load.
How you sort can matter as well. Metro Waste Authority, the regional agency that runs the local landfills and transfer stations, recycles clean rubble, concrete, untreated wood, and scrap metal at its Metro Park East Landfill when each one comes in as its own load. Mix them with trash or shingles and the whole load is billed at the regular rate.
It also helps to compare the City's curbside route. Johnston's utility fee sheet prices a couch or chair at a $5.00 sticker and an appliance at $35.00 in stickers. That works for one or two items. For a full remodel or a house of clutter, those stickers and trips add up, and a dumpster takes it all at once.
Perfect For:
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:
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:
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:
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:
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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Pick your size by how much debris you have and how heavy it is. Prime Dumpster rents containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster fits a bathroom tear-out, a small room cleanout, or a pile of broken concrete from a patio. Dense material like brick and tile hits the weight limit before the container looks full, so smaller is often smarter.
The 15-Yard Dumpster covers a garage cleanout, new flooring, or a single layer of shingles off a ranch home. It gives you more room without a big jump in price.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size many Johnston families pick for a whole-house cleanout or a remodel that spans a few rooms.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits additions, large renovations, and new home builds with a steady stream of mixed debris.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our biggest container. Contractors use it for commercial projects, large demolition jobs, and big property cleanouts.
Still deciding? Walk your account manager through the job, and they'll suggest a size that fits.
A dumpster on private property, such as your driveway or a building lot, usually doesn't need a City permit in Johnston. Things change when the container sits in the street or the public right-of-way.
The City says the right-of-way is generally the strip between the back of your sidewalk and the street. So the grass and pavement past your sidewalk aren't yours to use without approval.
Johnston's Public Works Department handles work in that space through its right-of-way permit. The City asks for a $50.00 permit fee, a $10,000 right-of-way bond, a certificate of liability insurance, and construction documents. It won't review a request until every piece is in. A separate lane closure form applies if work blocks a lane.
The permit is written around work in the right-of-way, so ask whether it covers a parked container at your address. Call Johnston Public Works at 515-278-0822 before you set a delivery date. Your account manager can help you sort out whether your drop spot counts as right-of-way and who to talk to.
Most debris from a cleanout or remodel is fine. The limits come from Iowa's landfill rules and from what the receiving site accepts.
Iowa bans several items from landfills. Yard waste can't be landfilled, and neither can lead-acid batteries like the ones in cars and mowers. Used oil and oil filters are banned as well. Tires can't go in whole, since the state only lets landfills take tires that have been processed.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos are also off limits in a standard dumpster.
Appliances need their own plan. In Johnston, curbside appliance pickups are scheduled through Metro Waste Authority, so mention any washers, fridges, or water heaters when you book. Brush and branches go to the City's yard waste program instead of the container.
If you're not sure about an item, ask your account manager before you toss it.
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.
Metro Waste Authority collects trash from single and two-family homes in Johnston, as the City's garbage and recycling page explains. The same agency runs the landfills and transfer stations that take most roll-off loads from the area.
The closest of those sites is the Metro Northwest Transfer Station at 4105 SE Beisser Drive, Grimes, IA 50111, right next door to Johnston. It keeps set hours for commercial haulers, Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can reach Metro Waste Authority at 515-244-0021.
Heavier construction loads often head to the Metro Park East Landfill near Mitchellville, where sorted rubble, concrete, clean wood, and metal can be recycled. A clean, single-material load there usually costs less than a mixed one.
Where your container goes depends on what's in it and how it's sorted. Your account manager will confirm the destination and explain the fees before delivery.
4105 SE Beisser Drive, Grimes, IA 50111
Commercial hauler hours Monday through Friday, 7:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Most Johnston rentals can be booked within one to two business days, and the container shows up in a 24 to 48 hour window. Calling a few days early leaves time to get any street approval and prep the spot.
A few habits make delivery easy:
Watch the calendar in winter and on weekends. The Metro Northwest Transfer Station's hauler hours run Monday through Friday, so a container filled on a Saturday may wait until the next week to be hauled.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves homes and job sites across Johnston, on both sides of NW 86th Street, along with nearby Grimes and the Polk County communities northwest of Des Moines. Wherever your project is, we handle delivery, pickup, and disposal around your schedule.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll match the container to the job, tell you where your debris is headed, and give you a clear price.
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.
Johnston rentals run from $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, based on a five-day rental. Your debris and the per-ton disposal fees in Polk County shape the final number. Your account manager confirms the included tonnage and any overage rate before you book.
For most jobs, a dumpster wins. Hauling it yourself means a fee at every trip, gas, a borrowed truck, and lost weekends. Johnston's curbside stickers suit one couch or chair, not a whole remodel. A container lets you load at your own pace, and we take it all in one haul.
Yes. A full-size couch takes up about a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. You'll still have space for a mattress, a table, a couple of chairs, and bags of household clutter. With furniture, the container fills up by volume long before weight becomes a concern.
Keep hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos out of your Johnston dumpster. Iowa also bans yard waste, car batteries, used oil, oil filters, and whole tires from landfills. Mention appliances when you book, since they need separate handling. Your account manager can check anything else.
Our 10-yard dumpster has the lowest price, at $399 to $499. The final bill still depends on weight, because Polk County sites charge by the ton. A small container packed with tile or plaster can go over its limit. Keeping heavy debris in a separate load helps you save.
Most three-day rentals cost the same as our standard five-day rental. We price by the job, not the day, and the weight of your debris affects the total more than the number of days. Ask your account manager about included weight and extra-day charges.
Most home and building debris is allowed, including lumber, drywall, flooring, cabinets, roofing, furniture, and general clutter. Clean concrete, brick, and scrap metal can go in too, and they're often cheaper to dispose of when loaded on their own. Check with your account manager about anything unusual.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Johnston, Iowa 50131 |
| Phone: | 515-304-5594 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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