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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Evanston, Illinois, and the North Shore communities around it in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Century-old homes that need new kitchens and baths, move-outs near Northwestern University, and steady construction and renovation along the lakefront and downtown keep demand for containers high.
Your price depends on the container size, the type of debris, how long you need it, and the disposal fees at the end of the haul. Evanston also has its own rules for construction debris containers. Below, we explain prices, the City's franchise and permit rules, the items Illinois landfills won't take, and where loads go.
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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 |
In Evanston, local rules shape a dumpster rental almost as much as the size and the load.
The City's franchise comes first. Evanston runs construction debris roll-off service through a franchise hauler it selects by bid. Anyone else hauling construction debris needs a written exemption, must use a City-licensed hauler, and pays the City a hauler fee of $1.00 per cubic yard. Your account manager will confirm how the rule applies to your project before anything is booked.
Size and weight still matter. Plaster walls, old tile, and masonry from older homes are heavy, and they use up the included tonnage quickly. The right size helps you avoid overage fees.
Disposal costs are the other piece. Cook County has no landfill with room left, so loads travel out of the county, and recycling some of the material can lower the cost.
Street placement adds a step. A container in the right-of-way needs a City permit, and many Evanston homes on narrow lots don't have room for one in the driveway.
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 based on the amount and weight of the debris. Prime Dumpster offers containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster fits a bathroom gut, a small porch repair, or a load of old plaster and lath. Because heavy debris maxes out the weight limit early, it's the right choice for masonry and concrete.
The 15-Yard Dumpster handles a kitchen remodel, a basement cleanout, or tearing out old flooring. It's a step up in space without a big step up in price.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a solid match for whole-house cleanouts and remodels that cover several rooms in Evanston's larger homes. Most residential jobs fit.
The 30-Yard Dumpster works for additions, full interior renovations, and new builds. It holds the mixed debris that bigger jobs leave behind.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is the biggest size we offer. It's built for commercial projects, large demolitions, and major building cleanouts.
Not sure where your project lands? Talk it through with your account manager and they'll recommend a size.
A dumpster on private property, such as a driveway or a garage pad off the alley, doesn't need a right-of-way permit in Evanston. Once it sits on the street, alley, parkway, or sidewalk, you'll need one.
The City of Evanston lists "dumpster located in ROW" as a project that needs a Right of Way permit. The right-of-way usually starts 12 to 18 inches from the edge of the public sidewalk closest to the house. You apply online only, and the franchise hauler won't apply for you.
Leave time for review. Larger projects can take more than two weeks, and many permits call for one week's notice to your neighbors. An obstruction left without a permit carries a $500 per day penalty under the City's rules.
For questions, call Evanston 311 at 847-448-4311. To schedule an inspection, call 847-448-8207. Your account manager can help you find the right contact and confirm what your address requires.
Most household and remodeling debris can go in. The limits come from Illinois landfill bans and from the City's own rules.
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency bans yard waste, used tires, and car batteries from landfills. Refrigerators, freezers, and air conditioners need their refrigerant and other parts taken out first. State law also keeps TVs and computers out of landfills.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos don't belong in a standard dumpster. In Evanston, asbestos removal also needs a hauler licensed by the City.
For old electronics, Evanston residents can use the weekly drop-off run by the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County. Ask your account manager about any item you're not sure of before you load 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.
Evanston's construction debris containers go through the City's franchise system. The hauler takes loads to a recycling facility or to a landfill, and landfill loads carry an extra administrative fee. The City set it up that way to push more material toward recycling.
Cook County has no landfill with space left. The Illinois EPA's 2025 capacity report lists four landfills in the Chicago region that still have room, all outside the county.
For electronics, the City's special collections page points residents to the Glenview Transfer Station at 3 Providence Way in Des Plaines. It takes electronics from member community residents on Saturdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m., with no fee.
Your account manager will confirm the destination for your load and how the City's franchise applies before delivery.
Where the City's rules allow it, most Evanston rentals can be scheduled within one to two business days, with delivery in a 24 to 48 hour window. Evanston projects often need more lead time for the franchise check and a right-of-way permit. Booking early also helps you save.
A few tips before delivery day:
The electronics drop-off at the Glenview Transfer Station runs only on Saturday mornings, so plan around it if you have devices to recycle.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves all of Evanston, from downtown and the Northwestern campus area to south Evanston, the lakefront, and the neighborhoods west of Ridge Avenue, along with nearby Skokie, Wilmette, and the Rogers Park area of Chicago. We coordinate delivery, pickup, and disposal around your timeline.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll check the City's franchise rule for your job, help you choose a size, and give you a clear answer 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.
Our ranges start at $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and reach $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, based on a five-day rental. In Evanston, construction debris service runs through a City franchise. Your account manager will confirm what applies to your project and the included tonnage.
A dumpster is usually cheaper for anything bigger than a few trips. Cook County has no landfill with space, so self-hauling means long drives and paying at a transfer station each time. A single container keeps the job in one place and one haul.
Yes. A standard three-seat couch uses about a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. You'll still have room for a mattress, a desk, and bags from a student move-out. Furniture runs out of space long before it reaches the container's weight limit.
Keep hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos out of any Evanston dumpster. Illinois also bans yard waste, tires, car batteries, TVs, and computers from landfills. Appliances need their refrigerant removed first, so tell your account manager about them.
The 10-yard dumpster is our lowest-priced size, starting at $399 to $499. The weight of your debris still shapes the total. Plaster, tile, and brick can push a small container over its weight allowance. Keeping heavy material in its own load helps you avoid extra charges.
A three-day rental generally costs the same as a five-day rental, since our prices are per job rather than per day. The weight of the load has a much bigger effect on price. Ask your account manager about included tonnage and overage rates.
Most household and building debris is allowed, including lumber, drywall, plaster, flooring, cabinets, furniture, and cardboard. Concrete and brick are fine too, though they're heavy. In Evanston, construction debris also falls under the City's franchise rule, so check with your account manager before you load.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Evanston, Illinois 60201 |
| Phone: | 464-245-3085 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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