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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Burlingame, California, and the surrounding San Mateo County communities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Home remodels, additions, garage and estate cleanouts, and a steady flow of construction along the Peninsula keep roll-off containers in demand with homeowners and contractors.
The cost depends on container size, the kind of debris, how long you keep the dumpster, and the disposal fees at the transfer station. Below, you'll find price ranges, the City's encroachment permit fees, the items California bans from the trash, and where Burlingame's waste goes.
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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 things decide your dumpster cost in Burlingame.
Size comes first. A bigger container costs more, but one that's too small can mean a second haul, which usually costs more than sizing up.
What you load matters a lot here, because the local transfer station prices materials differently. The Shoreway Environmental Center's 2026 rates charge $67.00 per cubic yard for construction debris and $72.00 per cubic yard for mixed solid waste. Heavy material is priced by weight instead, with dirt, rock, and concrete at $164.03 per ton and asphalt roofing at $184.93 per ton.
That makes sorting worth it. Keeping concrete or roofing separate from lighter debris can change what the load costs to dump, so tell us what you're tossing when you call.
City fees can also apply. A container in the street needs an encroachment permit, and the City's fee schedule prices dumpsters on their own line. We cover that in the permit section below.
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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The right size depends on how much debris you'll have and how heavy it is. Prime Dumpster offers containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster fits a bathroom gut, one room of old furniture, or a small load of concrete or tile. Dense material hits its weight limit long before the container is full.
The 15-Yard Dumpster works for a kitchen remodel, a packed garage, or flooring pulled from a few rooms.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a common choice in Burlingame for a whole-house cleanout or a remodel that spans several rooms.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits additions, major renovations, and new home construction with a lot of mixed debris.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest size, built for commercial projects, large demolition, and big property cleanouts.
Talk through the job with your account manager, and they'll recommend the right fit.
A dumpster placed on private property, like your driveway, doesn't need a City encroachment permit in Burlingame. If the container will sit in the street, on the sidewalk, or anywhere in the public right-of-way, you'll need one before it arrives.
The City's permitting portal page says anyone working in the right-of-way must get an Encroachment Permit first. You apply online through the City's eTRAKiT system, and the Engineering Division reviews the request.
Burlingame's Master Fee Schedule has a line just for dumpsters and containers. For the 2025-26 fiscal year, it lists a $318 processing fee plus a parking space rental rate of $31 per day, or the meter rate if that's higher. The total depends on how many spaces and how many days the container uses.
Public Works is at 501 Primrose Road, Burlingame, CA 94010. Call 650-558-7200 to confirm the current fee and how long review takes. Your account manager can help you reach the right City contact.
Most debris from a remodel or cleanout can go in your container. California's trash bans and the transfer station's rules set the limits.
California's recycling agency, CalRecycle, bans electronics from the trash. TVs, monitors, laptops, computer towers, printers, microwaves, and cell phones all need to be recycled instead. Batteries of every kind are banned too, from small household cells to car batteries, along with fluorescent lamps and LED bulbs.
Other items on the state's list include paint, solvents, motor oil and filters, antifreeze, pesticides, propane tanks, tires, and chemically treated wood. Asbestos from older siding, roofing, or flooring needs special handling.
Hazardous waste, liquids, and fuel can't go in a standard dumpster either. Pull those out before you start loading, and mention mattresses, appliances, and tires when you book, since Shoreway charges for some of them by the piece.
When in doubt, check with your account manager before loading an item.
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.
Burlingame is one of the member agencies of RethinkWaste, the public agency that owns the Shoreway Environmental Center. That transfer station sits at 333 Shoreway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070, and handles waste and recycling from Burlingame and its neighbors.
According to RethinkWaste, the transfer station is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. You can call Shoreway at 650-802-8355.
The City's household trash service runs through a franchise hauler. The City's franchise agreement makes that hauler the only one for regular trash, while debris boxes holding construction debris and other non-food waste are open to other haulers. Your account manager will confirm how that applies to your load and explain the disposal fees before delivery.
333 Shoreway Road, San Carlos, CA 94070
Transfer station open weekdays 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Most dumpster rentals in Burlingame can be booked within one to two business days, with delivery in a 24 to 48 hour window. If the container needs street space, apply for the encroachment permit early so it's approved before delivery.
Tips for a smooth drop-off:
Shoreway's transfer station is open seven days a week, so a container filled on a weekend can often be hauled without a long wait.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves homes and job sites across Burlingame and nearby Peninsula cities, including San Mateo, Millbrae, San Bruno, Belmont, and South San Francisco. Wherever your project is, we coordinate delivery, pickup, and disposal around your schedule.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll match you with a size, plan for the permit if you need one, 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.
In Burlingame, dumpster rentals range 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. Debris type, Shoreway's disposal rates, and any street permit also affect the total. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates.
For most projects, a dumpster is cheaper and much easier. Every self-haul trip to Shoreway comes with a minimum charge, plus gas, time, and loading your own truck. A dumpster lets you work at your own pace, and we take it all away in one trip.
Yes. A three-seat couch fills roughly a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster, leaving space for chairs, a mattress, and boxes. Furniture is bulky but light, so you'll run out of room before weight becomes an issue.
In Burlingame, keep hazardous waste, liquids, fuel, paint, solvents, and asbestos out of your dumpster. California also bans electronics, all batteries, fluorescent and LED bulbs, motor oil, antifreeze, tires, and treated wood from the trash. Ask your account manager about anything else.
The 10-yard dumpster is the lowest-priced size, at $399 to $499. Your final cost still depends on what you load, since concrete and roofing are charged by weight. Keeping heavy debris in its own load can help you avoid overage fees.
A three-day rental usually costs the same as our standard five-day rental. Dumpsters are priced by the job rather than the day, and what you load has a bigger effect than the rental length. Ask your account manager what's included before delivery.
Most household and construction debris is fine, including drywall, lumber, cabinets, flooring, furniture, and general junk. Concrete, dirt, and roofing can go in too, though they're heavy and best kept in a separate load. Your account manager can confirm any item before you load it.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Burlingame, California 94010 |
| Phone: | 415-426-1126 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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