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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Houston, Texas, and the wider Harris County metro in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Storm repairs, flooring and drywall replacements, apartment turnovers in southwest Houston, and nonstop construction across the metro keep containers in demand for homeowners, landlords, and contractors.
What you pay depends on the size of the container, what you're hauling away, how long it stays, and the disposal fees at the landfill that takes it. Below you'll find price ranges, the two City permits that can apply, what Texas asks you to handle separately, and how soon we can deliver.
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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 a metro this size, a few things move a Houston dumpster price more than others.
Container size comes first. A larger container costs more, but choosing well up front saves you from overage charges or a second haul.
Weight is next. Wet drywall, shingles, tile, and concrete add up quickly, and a container can hit its tonnage allowance while it still looks half full.
Distance matters here more than in most cities. Harris County is wide, so the trip from your address to the landfill that takes construction debris is part of the price. The landfill that commonly takes that debris is privately run, and it quotes disposal by account instead of posting a public rate.
Time can matter too. The City of Houston adds a separate storage permit for a container that stays on a property longer than 60 days, so a short rental avoids that cost entirely. Your account manager will walk you through the disposal and timing side of your quote before you book.
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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Think about how much debris you'll have and how heavy it is. Prime Dumpster offers containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster holds a gutted bathroom or about three pickup loads of mixed debris. It's also the size to choose for concrete or brick, which get heavy fast.
The 15-Yard Dumpster suits a shingle tear-off or a garage cleanout, with extra room over the 10-yard at a small step up in price.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a common pick in Houston for whole-house interior work, like pulling out flooring, drywall, and cabinets after water damage.
The 30-Yard Dumpster fits new construction crews, additions, and large remodels that throw off a lot of mixed material.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest size, built for commercial jobs, major demolition, and big property cleanouts.
Explain the project to your account manager, and they'll help you pick the size that fits.
A short-term container on private property, such as your driveway, usually doesn't need a City permit in Houston. Two situations change that: placing it in the street or on a sidewalk, and keeping it on a property for a long time.
If any part of the container blocks a sidewalk or a traffic lane, Houston Public Works requires a Roadway and Sidewalk Obstructions permit. The City's rule is that no one may obstruct a sidewalk or roadway without a permit, and fees are charged per block and per week for what gets blocked. Apply through the Houston Permitting Center, and allow up to 10 business days for processing.
The second permit is about storage. The City's Solid Waste Management Department requires a Combustible Waste Storage Permit for businesses, apartment complexes, and other properties with containers larger than 50 cubic feet, and for any container that stays on a property longer than 60 days. Fees paid with that application aren't refundable.
For questions about the storage permit, call the Dumpster Permitting line at 832-393-0459, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you're unsure which rule fits your project, your account manager can help you figure out who to call before delivery.
Most construction and cleanout debris is fine to load. A few items need special handling under Texas rules or at the landfill.
Hazardous chemicals, motor oil, paint thinner, fuel, propane cylinders, and asbestos can't go in a standard container. Neither can anything flammable or corrosive.
Tires are handled differently in Texas. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality says scrap tires can go to a permitted landfill only after they've been split, quartered, or shredded. Whole tires need to come out of your load and go to a tire recycler or registered tire transporter instead.
Electronics are less strict here than in many states. The state's electronics guidance says most household electronics can go in the regular trash, though recycling them is still the better choice. Tell your account manager about tires, appliances, or anything unusual before delivery so it's handled correctly.
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.
Construction debris from Houston commonly goes to a privately run landfill on the east side of Harris County, operating under a state permit. Landfills like it set their own disposal fees by account, and the City doesn't publish a rate for them.
Distance is the big variable. A job in southwest Houston can be a long haul from a landfill on the east side of the county, and that drive shows up in what a container costs. The state keeps a map of permitted landfills and tells anyone hauling tires to confirm first that a landfill takes tire pieces, which is one more reason to keep whole tires out.
For you, that means the disposal part of your price depends on where your project sits and what's in the container. Your account manager confirms which landfill will take your load and explains the fees before delivery.
Most Houston rentals can be scheduled within one to two business days, with delivery arriving in a 24 to 48 hour window. If the container needs a street or sidewalk permit, book further ahead, since processing can take up to 10 business days.
Helpful steps before delivery:
Weekend timing matters as well. A container filled on a Saturday is usually hauled the following week, so starting midweek gives you the most working days.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves Houston and the wider Harris County metro, including southwest Houston, along with Galena Park, South Houston, Pasadena, and Porter. Wherever your project is, we coordinate delivery, pickup, and disposal around your schedule.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll pick the right container, check whether a City permit applies, 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.
Dumpster rentals in Houston 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 weight and the distance to the landfill shape your final price. Your account manager confirms the included tonnage and overage rate when you book.
For more than a truckload or two, the dumpster usually wins. Harris County is large, so a self-haul run to a landfill can mean a long drive each way, plus fuel and a disposal charge for every load. One container covers the whole job with a single pickup.
Yes. A standard three-seat couch uses roughly a fifth of a 10-yard container, which still leaves room for a loveseat, a mattress, and several bags from the same cleanout. Furniture fills space well before it gets heavy.
Hazardous chemicals, fuel, motor oil, solvents, wet paint, propane cylinders, and asbestos can't go in a Houston container. Texas also requires tires to be split, quartered, or shredded before a landfill will take them, so keep whole tires out. Mention appliances when you book.
The 10-yard container has the lowest price, at $399 to $499, and it handles most single-room cleanouts. Heavy material can push it over its weight allowance, though. Keeping your rental short and on private property also avoids the City's permit costs.
A three-day rental usually costs the same as our standard five-day rental, since containers are priced by the job rather than by the day. A short rental also stays well clear of the City's 60-day storage permit. Ask your account manager about the included tonnage before delivery.
Construction and demolition debris, furniture, drywall, flooring, roofing, cabinets, and general cleanout junk can all go in a Houston container. Most household electronics are allowed in Texas too, though recycling them is better. Leave out hazardous items and whole tires, and check anything unusual with your account manager.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Houston, Texas 77036 |
| Phone: | 281-598-2798 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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