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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Monterey, California, and the rest of the Monterey Peninsula in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Updates to older coastal homes, rental turnovers, garage and attic cleanouts, and steady construction and remodeling work keep containers busy here for homeowners and contractors.
The cost of a rental comes down to the container size, what kind of debris goes in, how long you need it, and the per-ton disposal fees at the regional facility. Below we cover local pricing, the City's encroachment permit, California disposal rules, and where Peninsula debris ends up.
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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 Monterey details affect the number on your quote.
Size matters first. Choosing a container a little bigger than you think you need usually costs less than paying for a second trip.
Weight counts for a lot here, since every load crosses the scale at the regional facility. Tile, stucco, plaster, and wet yard waste push the total up quickly.
ReGen Monterey, the public waste district that serves the Peninsula, sets the disposal fees. Its current fee list shows mixed solid waste, including construction and demolition debris, at $85 per ton with a $20 minimum. Clean concrete, brick, and rock cost just $2 per ton. Those are facility fees, not our rental prices, and ReGen can change them.
Mattresses and electronics follow different rules. ReGen takes up to ten mattresses at no charge and accepts electronic waste for free at its household hazardous waste area, so keeping them out of the container can lower your bill. Your account manager can plan around that when 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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The right container depends on the size of the job and how heavy the debris will be. Prime Dumpster offers five sizes, from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster works for a single bathroom, a small bedroom purge, or broken concrete from a walkway. Heavy material reaches the weight limit early, so this size is often the best fit for dense loads.
The 15-Yard Dumpster is a good middle choice for a garage cleanout, flooring removal, or a small roof replacement. You gain space without jumping to a much larger container.
The 20-Yard Dumpster fits a full-home cleanout or a remodel that covers several rooms, and it's one of our most requested sizes.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits additions, larger renovations, and new home builds where debris stacks up fast.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is the biggest option we offer, meant for commercial construction, large demolition, and big property cleanouts. On a narrow Peninsula lot, make sure there's room for it before you order.
Your account manager can go over the project with you and point you to the right size.
When the dumpster stays on private property, such as a driveway or your own lot, Monterey generally doesn't require a permit. Once the container sits in a street, alley, or sidewalk, it's in the public right-of-way, and the City's rules apply.
Monterey handles right-of-way work through its Encroachment Permit, which used to be called the Public Works Permit. The City's Building and Safety Division page says the form covers both temporary and permanent work in the right-of-way, and it links to the traffic control plan requirements. Encroachment permits aren't part of the new online building permit portal yet, so the application is still a fillable PDF.
The Building and Safety Division is part of Community Development, which you can reach at 831-646-3885. The permit counter is open weekday mornings from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Afternoon hours run 1 to 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and 2:15 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The City doesn't post a fee or review time for this permit, so call before you set a delivery date.
If you can't tell where your lot ends and the street begins, your account manager can help you track down the right City contact.
Most debris from a Monterey remodel or cleanout can go in your container. The limits come from California rules and from ReGen Monterey's own load checks.
Every load that reaches ReGen gets checked for hazardous waste. If banned material turns up, the hauler pays to manage it, and ReGen may report the load to state and local regulators. That's why hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos can't ride along in a standard dumpster.
Electronics have a rule of their own. ReGen's fee list states that it's illegal to throw electronic waste in the trash. TVs, computers, and microwaves go to the facility's household hazardous waste area instead, the same spot that takes batteries and paint.
Mattresses fall under California's Mattress Stewardship Program, which aims to reuse or recycle old mattresses. Keep them separate and mention them when you book, along with tires and appliances, since those carry their own fees.
Ask your account manager about anything you're not sure of 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.
Dumpster loads from Monterey go to ReGen Monterey, the Monterey Regional Waste Management District, at 14201 Del Monte Blvd., Salinas, CA 93908. To get there, take the Del Monte Blvd. exit from Highway 1, about two miles north of Marina.
The scales are open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The household hazardous waste and electronics area runs Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The site is closed on Sundays and several major holidays, and on Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day it's open only to franchise haulers. You'll find the full schedule on ReGen's hours and directions page, and the main office number is 831-384-5313.
ReGen also asks that every load arrive covered or secured, and it may charge double for loads that don't. Your account manager will confirm where your container is going and explain the disposal costs before delivery.
14201 Del Monte Blvd., Salinas, CA 93908
Scales open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; closed Sundays.
Most Monterey rentals can be arranged within one to two business days, and your container arrives in a 24 to 48 hour window. Booking a bit earlier leaves time for an encroachment permit if the container has to go on the street.
Plan ahead with these pointers:
The ReGen scales close at 4 p.m. and stay closed on Sundays, so a container filled late on a Saturday usually won't be emptied until the following week.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves Monterey and neighboring Peninsula communities, including Pacific Grove, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Seaside, and Marina, along with Salinas and the rest of Monterey County. We schedule delivery, pickup, and disposal to match your project, whether it's near the harbor or up in the hills.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll suggest a size, plan the trip to ReGen Monterey, and quote 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.
A Monterey dumpster rental runs 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. The type and weight of your debris, plus ReGen Monterey's per-ton fee, also affect your final price. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates.
For bigger jobs, a dumpster usually costs less. Each trip to ReGen means a drive up Highway 1, a minimum charge at the scale, and a chunk of your day. With a container, you fill it at your own pace, and we take everything away at once.
Yes, it fits with plenty of room left. A full-size couch fills only about a fifth of the space, so you can add a dresser, a bed frame, and several bags of household junk. Bulky furniture tends to fill the container before it gets anywhere near the weight limit.
Keep hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos out of your Monterey dumpster. California makes it illegal to trash electronics, so TVs, computers, and microwaves need to go to recycling. Mattresses, tires, and appliances are handled separately at ReGen Monterey, so let us know about them when you book.
Our 10-yard container is the lowest-priced option, at $399 to $499. Because ReGen charges by the ton, a small container loaded with tile, stucco, or dirt can still go over its weight allowance. Keeping heavy debris separate, especially clean concrete, often lowers the total.
Three days usually costs the same as our five-day standard rental. We price by the job instead of by the day, and weight changes your bill more than the calendar does. Your account manager can explain the included tonnage and what happens if you need the container longer.
Most remodeling and household debris is allowed, including lumber, drywall, flooring, cabinets, roofing, furniture, and general junk. Clean concrete, brick, and rock can go in too, and they cost far less to dispose of at ReGen when kept apart from mixed debris. Check with your account manager about anything unusual.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Monterey, California 93940 |
| Phone: | 831-279-2339 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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