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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Oakland, California, with containers from 10 to 40 yards. Oakland has a large stock of older homes, from Victorians near Lake Merritt to craftsman bungalows in the flats, and many of them are getting new kitchens, roofs, and seismic upgrades. Add steady construction along the downtown and waterfront corridors, and you have plenty of jobs that call for a roll-off container.
Your price comes down to four things: the container size, the kind of debris, how many days you keep it, and the disposal fees where the load is dropped. Below, you'll find our price ranges, the City's rules for placing a container on the street, Oakland's recycling rules for building projects, and a list of items to keep out of your dumpster.
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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 Oakland, a few local details can move your price up or down.
The size you pick sets the base price. Going too small can mean a second haul, and a second haul nearly always costs more than stepping up one size at the start.
Weight is the next piece. Old plaster, tile, stucco, and roofing get heavy in a hurry, and many Oakland homes have plenty of all four. Heavy loads burn through the included tonnage faster than bulky ones.
Sorting can help. Oakland asks building projects to recycle all of their concrete, asphalt, soil, and stone, plus most of everything else. Keeping clean concrete or dirt in its own container makes that easier and can lower what you pay to dispose of it.
Street placement adds a step. Many Oakland lots have short driveways or none at all, so the container often ends up at the curb. That takes a City permit, which we cover below.
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 two things when you choose a size: how much space your debris will fill, and how much it will weigh. Prime Dumpster rents containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster is the compact choice. It suits a bathroom gut, a small yard project, or a load of broken concrete from a patio or front steps. Dense debris like that fills the weight allowance long before it fills the container.
The 15-Yard Dumpster handles a garage cleanout, a flooring job, or the tear-off on a small roof. It also fits better than a larger container on a narrow Oakland street.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size many homeowners choose for a full kitchen remodel or a move-out cleanout of a whole house. It holds a lot without taking over the block.
The 30-Yard Dumpster works for major renovations, additions, and new home builds with a steady flow of mixed debris.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our biggest size. Contractors use it on commercial builds, larger demolition jobs, and warehouse cleanouts near the port.
Still deciding? Tell your account manager about the job and the space you have, and they'll match you with the right container.
A dumpster that sits on private property, such as your driveway or a fenced job site, usually doesn't need a City permit. Once any part of it blocks street parking, the curb and gutter, a sidewalk, or a travel lane, the rules change.
For that, the City of Oakland requires an Obstruction Permit from the Oakland Department of Transportation. You can email the application or bring it to the Transportation Permit Counter on the second floor of 250 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza. The counter is closed on Fridays, and some weekday hours are by appointment only.
Two conditions are worth planning around. "No Parking" signs have to go up 72 hours before the container arrives. If it sits near a sidewalk, you also need to leave at least five and a half feet of clear space for people walking by.
The City doesn't list the permit fee online. For questions, call the Transportation Permit Counter at 510-238-3199. If you're not sure whether your spot counts as public right-of-way, your account manager can help you reach the right office.
Most household junk and building debris can go in your container. The limits come from California's rules on hazardous waste and from what the receiving facility will take.
California makes it illegal to put hazardous waste in the trash. That list is longer than many people expect. It covers every kind of battery, fluorescent tubes and bulbs, propane tanks, and aerosol cans that still hold paint or other chemicals. It also includes electronics like TVs, monitors, computers, and printers.
Two items catch remodelers off guard. Treated wood, such as old fence posts and deck framing, has to be handled as hazardous waste. So do older caulk and fluorescent light ballasts that may contain PCBs.
As with any dumpster, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos can't go in either. You can find the full state list on the CalRecycle banned from the trash page.
If you're not sure about something, ask your account manager before you toss 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.
Oakland treats construction debris differently from regular trash. Every project with a City building permit has to recycle all of its concrete, asphalt, soil, and stone and at least 65% of everything else. You file a recycling plan before the permit is issued and a summary report before the final inspection, as set out in the City's construction and demolition recycling requirements.
The City also controls who can haul that debris. Any company that provides debris boxes for Oakland projects must hold a non-exclusive franchise with the City. Contractors hauling their own debris in their own trucks, and owners doing the same, are the exceptions. Your account manager will confirm how this rule applies to your job before you book.
Many loads from Oakland head to a permitted transfer station at 2615 Davis Street in San Leandro, where materials are sorted for recycling before the rest moves on to a landfill. Mixed loads that are sorted well tend to earn better recycling credit, which helps when you file your summary report.
Your account manager can confirm where your load is going and help you get the weight tickets you'll need for the City.
In most parts of Oakland, we can schedule your dumpster within one to two business days, and the truck arrives in a 24 to 48 hour window. If the container is going on the street, book a bit earlier so the permit and the 72-hour signs are in place first.
Here's how to keep delivery day simple:
Book a few days ahead during busy remodeling months. Your account manager can line up delivery with your permit dates and your crew's schedule.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster delivers roll-off containers all over Oakland, including Fruitvale, East Oakland, Rockridge, Temescal, Montclair, the Oakland Hills, West Oakland, Jack London Square, and the neighborhoods around Lake Merritt, as well as nearby East Bay cities like Alameda, San Leandro, and Berkeley.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll suggest a size, walk you through the permit and recycling steps, and give you a straightforward 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.
In Oakland, our dumpster rentals run from $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, for a five-day rental. Debris weight and disposal fees shape the final number. Your account manager confirms the included tonnage and overage rate before delivery.
A dumpster is usually the better deal for anything bigger than a single pickup load. Hauling it yourself means gas, fees at the scale, and a lot of driving across the East Bay. One container handles the whole job, and we take care of the trip.
Yes, easily. A standard couch takes up roughly a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. You'll still have space for a mattress frame, a dresser, and a stack of boxes. Furniture is bulky but light, so space usually runs out first.
Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos. In California, batteries, fluorescent bulbs, propane tanks, electronics, and treated wood are also banned from the trash. Pull these items out before loading, and ask your account manager about anything you're unsure of.
The 10-yard dumpster starts lowest, at $399 to $499. The best value depends on your debris, though. A heavy load of tile or concrete can push a small container past its weight allowance. Your account manager can tell you whether a bigger size costs less overall.
Most of the time, three days costs the same as our standard five-day rental. We price by the job, not by the day. What really changes your bill is weight. Ask your account manager about included tonnage and any extra ton charges.
You can load most remodeling and cleanout debris in Oakland. That means lumber, drywall, cabinets, flooring, shingles, furniture, and general household junk. Concrete, asphalt, dirt, and stone are fine too, and keeping them separate helps you meet the City's recycling rule. Check with your account manager if anything seems doubtful.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Oakland, California 94601 |
| Phone: | 415-426-1126 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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