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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across El Monte, California, and the neighboring San Gabriel Valley cities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Room additions, kitchen updates, yard makeovers, and a steady run of residential and commercial construction keep containers in demand with local homeowners and builders.
The cost of your rental depends on container size, the kind of debris, how long the dumpster stays, and the disposal fees at the facility that takes the load. Below, we cover price ranges, the City's encroachment permit, recycling rules for building projects, and the items California keeps out of the trash.
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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 factors decide what you'll pay for a dumpster in El Monte.
The container itself comes first. Bigger sizes cost more, but a container that's too small can lead to overage charges or a second trip, and that wipes out the savings.
Next is what you throw away. Stucco, tile, dirt, and concrete are dense, and disposal sites charge by the ton. Mention heavy material when you call so your quote carries enough weight.
Every ton that reaches a California disposal site also carries a small state fee. CalRecycle's maximum tipping fee is $1.40 per ton and hasn't changed since July 2001. The facility's own charges make up most of the disposal cost.
Where the container sits can add a City cost. The closest line on the Public Works fee schedule for a container in the street is encroachment for equipment placed without digging, at $834.72 per occurrence. That money goes to the City, so a driveway spot is the cheaper choice whenever it works.
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 size you need depends on how much debris the project creates and how heavy that debris is. Prime Dumpster carries containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster suits a single-room remodel, a small patio or walkway removal, or a garage cleanup. It's the best pick for dirt, stucco, and concrete, since those loads hit the weight cap long before the container looks full.
The 15-Yard Dumpster covers a kitchen tear-out, a flooring job across a few rooms, or the roof on a small house.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a common choice in El Monte for whole-house cleanouts, larger remodels, and moving-day purges.
The 30-Yard Dumpster fits room additions, major renovations, and new home construction that produce a lot of mixed debris.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is the largest container we offer. Contractors use it for commercial projects, large demolition, and big cleanouts at warehouses or apartment buildings.
Share the details of your job with your account manager, and they'll recommend a size that fits.
A dumpster on private property, like your driveway or inside a fenced job site, usually won't need a City permit in El Monte. Once any part of it sits on a street, alley, or sidewalk, you'll need approval from the City first.
The Public Works Department issues encroachment permits for work or equipment on public property. Its permits page says no work may be done on public property without one, and applications go through the City's CSS online portal. Contractors also need proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance naming the City, a City business license, and a contractor's license.
The City's construction and demolition form asks whether bins will sit in the public right-of-way during the job. A yes answer means filing an encroachment application and getting a permit number. Fees depend on the type of encroachment and the staff time needed to review and inspect it, and traffic control can add a separate inspection charge.
El Monte also handles trash and bin service through a City franchise, and the City limits which companies may place refuse bins inside city limits. Your account manager will check how that rule applies to your address before anything is scheduled.
For permit questions, call El Monte City Hall at 626-580-2001. It's at 11333 Valley Boulevard, and your account manager can also help you track down the right Public Works contact.
Most debris from a remodel, cleanout, or yard project is fine to load. California's disposal rules decide what isn't.
CalRecycle keeps a list of items banned from the trash, and those same items can't go in a dumpster. It covers fluorescent tubes and LED bulbs, every kind of battery, paint and paint thinner, aerosol cans that still hold product, pesticides, pool chemicals, motor oil, antifreeze, and propane tanks.
Some building materials are on the list too. Wood treated with chemical preservatives, which is common in older fences and decks, has to be handled as hazardous waste. So does asbestos, which can turn up in older roofing, flooring, siding, and cement. Tires and electronics, including TVs and computers, need their own recycling route as well.
Hazardous waste, liquids, solvents, and fuel are never allowed in a standard dumpster. If you have questions about a specific item, your account manager can sort it out before delivery.
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.
El Monte's building rules push a lot of construction debris toward recycling. The City's municipal code requires at least 65% of the material from a construction or demolition project to be recycled or reused instead of landfilled. Permit holders pay a refundable diversion deposit, plus an administrative fee of 1% of the project value, capped at $5,000, according to the City's diversion plan form.
The City also names a destination for some loads. Homeowners who haul their own remodel debris, and roofing or pool contractors who haul their own, must take it to the transfer station at 999 Hatcher Avenue in the City of Industry.
The public option nearby is the Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility, run by the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County at 2808 S. Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601. The state's facility record lists it as active and permitted. It's open Monday through Saturday from 4 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the Sanitation Districts can be reached at 562-908-4288.
Sorting pays off here. Clean loads of concrete, metal, or green waste are easier to recycle, which helps a permitted project reach its 65% goal. Your account manager will confirm where your load is going and explain the fees before delivery.
2808 S. Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601
Run by the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County. Open Monday to Saturday, 4 AM to 5 PM.
Most El Monte dumpster orders can be booked within one to two business days, with the container arriving inside a 24 to 48 hour window. If the container needs a street permit, plan around the City's review, since the permit usually sets the earliest delivery date.
Here's how to keep the process moving:
Keep the facility schedule in mind as well. The Puente Hills Materials Recovery Facility is closed on Sundays, so a container filled over the weekend may not be hauled until Monday.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves homes and businesses throughout El Monte, along with nearby San Gabriel Valley communities such as Rosemead, Arcadia, Baldwin Park, and Irwindale. Wherever your job site is, we schedule delivery, pickup, and disposal around your project timeline and the City's permit rules.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll suggest a size, check the placement rules for your street, and quote 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 El Monte, rentals start at $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and reach $699 to $899 for a 40-yard, based on a five-day rental. Heavy debris and disposal fees can move the final price, and a street permit adds a City fee. Your account manager spells out tonnage and overage rates when you book.
Once a project needs more than two or three trips, a dumpster usually costs less. Each self-haul trip comes with its own disposal charge, fuel, and time. For just a few large items, single-family homes in El Monte get up to 20 bulky item pickups a year at no charge through the City's trash service.
Yes, with space left over. A three-seat couch fills roughly one-fifth of a 10-yard dumpster, leaving room for a bed frame, a dresser, and several bags of household clutter. Couches are big but light, so you'll run out of room well before you get near the weight limit.
Keep out anything California bans from the trash, including batteries, fluorescent tubes, LED bulbs, paint, solvents, motor oil, antifreeze, pesticides, and propane tanks. Treated wood, asbestos, tires, and electronics need special handling too. If something on your list seems borderline, ask your account manager before it goes in.
The 10-yard dumpster costs the least, at $399 to $499. The bigger savings often come from placement, though. Keeping the container on your driveway avoids the City's encroachment fee for street placement, and keeping concrete or dirt separate helps you stay under the weight allowance.
In most cases, a three-day rental is priced the same as a five-day one, because we charge per job and not per day. The weight of your debris has a much bigger effect on the total. Ask your account manager how many tons your quote includes and the rate for anything over that.
Most household and construction debris is allowed, including untreated lumber, drywall, tile, cabinets, flooring, roofing, furniture, and yard trimmings. Concrete, brick, and dirt are allowed as well, and keeping them in a separate load makes them easier to recycle under the City's building rules. Your account manager can confirm anything you're unsure about.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | El Monte, California 91732 |
| Phone: | 424-363-8223 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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