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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Imperial Beach, California, and the South Bay corner of San Diego County in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Beach cottages getting new kitchens, older homes swapping out salt-worn fencing and decks, and a steady run of infill construction keep containers busy in this compact coastal city.
The cost of your rental comes down to the container size, the type of debris, how many days you need it, and the disposal fees where the load ends up. Below, you'll find our price ranges, the City's street permit fee, its hauling and recycling rules, 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 local details can raise or lower your bill in Imperial Beach.
Size is the obvious one. Renting a container that matches the job means you won't pay for empty space, and you won't need a second pickup halfway through.
Weight is the less obvious one. Stucco, tile, wet sand, and broken concrete are dense, so a small pile can use up your included tonnage. Patio furniture and old fencing are bulky but light.
The street matters here more than in most cities. Many lots are narrow, so a container often ends up at the curb or in an alley. When it does, the City charges a flat $45.00 encroachment fee for a storage pod or trash container in the public right-of-way. A bond or deposit may be added for right-of-way work.
City hauling rules are the last piece. Imperial Beach gives one company an exclusive franchise for trash hauling, and larger building projects must recycle part of their debris. Your account manager will go over how both rules affect your job 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 the volume of debris first and its weight second. Prime Dumpster offers five container sizes, from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster works for a bathroom remodel, a bedroom cleanout, or a small patio tear-out. It's also the size to pick for concrete, brick, or stucco, since heavy loads reach the weight limit long before the container looks full.
The 15-Yard Dumpster is a good middle choice for a garage cleanout, a flooring job, or an old deck coming down. It gives you more room without much added cost.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size many Imperial Beach homeowners pick for a whole-house cleanout or a remodel that spans several rooms. On a narrow lot, it's often the largest container that fits well.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits big renovations, room additions, and new home construction where the debris is a mix of materials.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our biggest option. It's meant for commercial builds, full demolition, and large property cleanouts with plenty of space for the truck.
Share a few details about the project with your account manager, and they'll help you pick a size that fits both the debris and the drop spot.
A dumpster on private property, such as your driveway or a fenced job site, doesn't need a City permit. You'll need one if the container will sit in a City street, alley, sidewalk, or easement.
Imperial Beach calls this a Temporary Encroachment Permit, and its permit page lists temporary dumpsters and storage pods placed in the right-of-way by name. The fee for a container is $45.00, as noted above. Staff issue the permit once the fees for plan check, inspection, traffic control review, and processing are paid.
You apply online through the City's Citizen Self-Service portal after creating an account. Kiosks are set up at City Hall, 825 Imperial Beach Boulevard, if you'd like help. Staff answer permit questions from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and again from 3:30 to 5 p.m.
The City doesn't post a review time. Call Imperial Beach Public Works at 619-423-8311 before you choose a delivery date. If you're not sure whether your spot is public or private, your account manager can help you reach the right person.
Most remodeling and cleanout debris can go in your container. The limits come from California law, which bans a long list of household items from the trash.
CalRecycle's banned list covers every kind of battery, fluorescent tubes, LED bulbs, latex and oil-based paint, paint thinner and other solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, antifreeze, and motor oil and filters. It also includes tires, asbestos, treated wood, propane tanks, and electronics like TVs, monitors, laptops, and microwaves.
Liquids, fuel, and other hazardous waste can't go in a standard dumpster either. Pressure-treated fence posts and deck boards are the item people forget most often, so set them aside.
Residents can take household hazardous waste to the South Bay drop-off at 1800 Maxwell Road in Chula Vista. It's open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and the phone number is 619-691-5122. The City also keeps battery drop-off points at City Hall and at Public Works on 10th Street.
If you're unsure about something on your list, ask your account manager before it goes in.
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.
Imperial Beach runs trash and recycling through an exclusive franchise, and the City's ordinance page says only the franchise hauler is authorized to haul solid waste in the City. That rule can affect who may place and empty a roll-off container here. Your account manager will confirm how it applies to your address before anything is booked.
Building projects have a recycling rule, too. The City's construction and demolition page says covered projects must divert at least 65 percent of their construction waste. That includes projects costing more than $25,000, projects of 2,500 square feet or more, and City-sponsored work. Debris can go through the franchise or be taken to an approved recycling facility.
The nearest permitted landfill is at 1700 Maxwell Road, Chula Vista, CA 91911, which the State lists as active and permitted. The City doesn't say which site takes its trash, so your account manager will confirm where your load is going and what that means for your price.
Most Imperial Beach rentals can be booked within one to two business days, and the container shows up in a 24 to 48 hour delivery window. A curbside or alley spot takes longer, since the encroachment permit comes first.
A few tips to keep delivery on track:
Plan around City Hall hours as well. The permit counter is open Monday through Thursday, so a street placement you start on a Friday may not move until the next week.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves homes and job sites across Imperial Beach, from the oceanfront blocks to the streets that back onto the Tijuana River valley, along with nearby South Bay communities such as Chula Vista and National City. We schedule delivery, pickup, and disposal to fit your project.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll suggest a size, check the City's franchise and permit rules for your block, and give you a straight 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.
A dumpster in Imperial Beach runs from $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard, based on a five-day rental. The weight of your debris and local disposal fees shape the final number. A street placement also needs a City permit. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates.
For anything bigger than a truckload or two, a dumpster usually costs less. Self-hauling from Imperial Beach means driving inland, paying a disposal fee on each trip, and losing hours to loading and unloading. With a rental, you fill the container at your own pace and we take it away in 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 dresser, a few chairs, and bags of household clutter. Furniture fills space much faster than it adds weight, so volume is usually what runs out first.
California bans batteries, fluorescent tubes, LED bulbs, paint, solvents, pesticides, pool chemicals, motor oil, antifreeze, tires, asbestos, treated wood, propane tanks, and electronics from the trash. Keep liquids and fuel out as well. Residents can take many of these items to the household hazardous waste drop-off in Chula Vista.
The 10-yard dumpster has the lowest price, at $399 to $499. Your final cost still depends on weight, so a small container packed with stucco or wet sand can go over its limit. Loading heavy debris separately from light debris is an easy way to keep the bill down.
Three days usually costs the same as our standard five-day rental. We price by the job instead of the day, and the weight of the load has a bigger effect on the bill than the length of the rental. Ask your account manager what weight is included and what extra days cost.
Most construction and household debris is allowed, including lumber, drywall, stucco, roofing, flooring, cabinets, furniture, and yard waste. Clean concrete and brick are fine too, and keeping them in their own load makes the City's recycling rule easier to meet. Your account manager can check any item you're unsure about.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Imperial Beach, California 91932 |
| Phone: | 858-256-1066 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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