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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Richmond, Virginia, from the Fan and the Museum District to Church Hill and the Southside, in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Older row houses getting new kitchens, infill construction on vacant lots, and a steady flow of move-outs near the universities keep containers busy on Richmond streets all year.
Your price comes down to four things: the container size, the kind of debris, how long you keep it, and the disposal fees at the landfill that takes the load. Read ahead for price ranges, the City's street permit rules, and a plain list of what can and can't go in 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 |
Here's what moves the number on a Richmond rental.
Size sets the base price. Guessing too small can mean a second haul, and that usually costs more than stepping up one size from the start.
Weight matters as much as volume. Plaster walls, brick, and slate from older Richmond homes are dense, and they eat through the included tonnage quickly. Tell us about heavy material up front so the quote fits the job.
The landfill also shapes the bill. The City's own drop-off sites don't take contractor debris, so dumpster loads from Richmond go to privately run landfills in the region, and each one sets its own disposal fees.
Street placement adds a step. If the container can't fit in a driveway or alley lot, the City requires a Work in Streets Permit, and metered spaces need a separate parking permit. For small jobs, compare the City's bulk pickup, which costs $100 per request and won't take construction debris, drywall, or bricks at all.
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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Start with how much you're throwing out and how heavy it is. Prime Dumpster carries five sizes, from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster suits a single bathroom gut, a basement or attic cleanout, or a pile of brick and plaster. Dense loads like these reach the weight limit before they reach the top, so the small size is often the smart one.
The 15-Yard Dumpster is a good middle choice for a kitchen update, a garage cleanout, or old carpet and pad from a few rooms. It gives you more space without a big jump in price.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size many Richmond homeowners pick for a full house cleanout before a sale or a remodel that runs through several rooms.
The 30-Yard Dumpster handles large renovations, additions, and new home construction. Crews like it when a job mixes lumber, drywall, and packaging.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is for commercial builds, big demolition work, and warehouse cleanouts that fill a lot of space with lighter debris.
Still torn between two sizes? Your account manager can talk through the job with you and pick the one that fits.
A dumpster on private property, such as your driveway, a rear parking pad, or a fenced job site, usually doesn't need a City permit. Once any part of it sits on a street, sidewalk, or other public right of way, the rules change.
The City of Richmond requires a Work in Streets Permit for dumpsters in the right of way. The Department of Public Works Right-of-Way Management page lists dumpsters by name. You can apply at City Hall, Room 110, at 900 East Broad Street, or send the application by email.
Contractors applying for the permit need a certificate of insurance and their license details. The fee depends on the work and how long it lasts, and it has to be paid before the permit is issued. If the container takes up a metered space, you'll also need a parking permit from the Parking Division.
Plan ahead, since the City says the permit usually takes about ten working days. For questions, call Right-of-Way Management at 804-646-5171. If you're not sure whether your spot is public or private, your account manager can help you find the right contact.
Most household junk and building debris can go in your dumpster. The limits come from Virginia's solid waste rules, which the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality enforces at every permitted landfill, and from what the receiving site agrees to take.
Keep hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos out of the container. The same goes for propane tanks, gas cans, pesticides, and road flares.
Richmond gives residents a place for some of these. The City's East Richmond Road Convenience Center takes household paint, motor oil, fuels, car batteries, and up to four tires without rims from City residents. It won't take fire extinguishers, asbestos, road flares, herbicides, pesticides, or explosives.
Tires, mattresses, and appliances with refrigerant may carry extra fees at a private landfill, so mention them when you book. If you're unsure about any item, ask your account manager 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.
The City of Richmond runs two drop-off sites, but neither is built for dumpster loads. The East Richmond Road Convenience Center at 3800 East Richmond Road is open to City residents only, with ID checked at the gate. It's open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Southside Transfer Station on North Hopkins Road also serves residents only, and the Central Virginia Waste Management Authority notes it takes no commercial or contractor debris.
That means roll-off loads from Richmond go to privately operated landfills permitted by the state. Chesterfield County lists several, including sites at 11800 Lewis Road in Chester and 20701 Hull Street Road in Moseley. The county approves where they sit, and the state inspects how they run.
Each landfill sets its own fees and accepted materials. Your account manager will confirm which site is taking your load and explain the disposal costs before delivery.
In most of Richmond, 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 further out so the permit has time to clear.
A few habits make delivery day easy:
The City's drop-off sites close on Sundays and holidays, and many private landfills keep shorter weekend hours, so a container filled late Saturday may wait until Monday to be hauled.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves the whole City of Richmond, including the Fan, the Museum District, Church Hill, Shockoe Bottom, Manchester, Northside, and the neighborhoods south of the James River, along with nearby parts of Henrico and Chesterfield counties.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll match the container to the job, check whether you need a street permit, and give you a straight price before you commit.
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 Richmond, a 10-yard dumpster runs $399 to $499, and a 40-yard runs $699 to $899, both for a five-day rental. Sizes in between fall inside that range. Heavy debris and the disposal fees at the receiving landfill can shift the total, and your account manager will spell out the included weight before you book.
A dumpster usually wins once a job needs more than one trip. Richmond's City drop-off sites don't accept contractor or construction debris, so a remodel would mean hauling to a private landfill, paying at each visit, and losing hours to driving. One container keeps it to a single haul.
Yes, easily. A standard couch fills roughly a fifth of a 10-yard container, so you still have room for a mattress, a dresser, and a stack of boxes. Furniture is bulky but light, so space usually runs out long before weight does.
Leave out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, motor oil, propane tanks, and asbestos. Richmond residents can take paint, oil, fuels, and car batteries to the East Richmond Road Convenience Center instead. Tires and appliances with refrigerant may cost extra at the landfill, so tell us about them when you book.
The 10-yard container is the lowest priced option, at $399 to $499. It's cheapest only if your debris fits within its weight allowance. A load of brick or plaster can go over the limit and add an overage charge, so ask your account manager whether a split load makes more sense.
Most three-day rentals cost the same as five, because pricing covers the whole job, not each day. What really moves the bill is the weight you load. Before delivery, ask your account manager how many tons are included and the rate for anything over.
You can load most remodeling and cleanout debris in Richmond, including lumber, drywall, plaster, flooring, cabinets, roofing, furniture, and yard waste. Brick, concrete, and dirt are fine too, though they're heavy and may be better in a separate load. Your account manager can confirm anything you're unsure about.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Richmond, Virginia 23220 |
| Phone: | 771-244-0330 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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