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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across San Juan Capistrano, California, and the nearby South Orange County cities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Ranch-style homes getting new kitchens, hillside yard projects, and remodels near the historic downtown keep containers busy, along with new construction and commercial work along the Interstate 5 corridor.
Your price comes down to four things: the container size, what you're throwing out, how many days you keep it, and the fees at the county landfill. Below, you'll find price ranges, the City's rules on bins and street placement, 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 |
Here's how the numbers work in San Juan Capistrano.
Size sets your starting point. A larger container costs more to rent, but guessing too small can bring overage fees or a second haul.
Weight is the next piece. Stucco, tile, roof shingles, and concrete pile up tons fast, and the landfill bills by weight. Orange County's public disposal fees for July 2026 through June 2027 list $92.70 per ton for loads over 880 pounds. That's the county's own fee, not our rental price.
The landfill sits close by. Prima Deshecha Landfill is inside the city limits, so loads from here don't travel far to reach it.
City rules matter most of all here. San Juan Capistrano gives trash and bin service to one franchised company, so your account manager will confirm how that rule affects your project before you book. Street placement also needs 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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Match the container to both the amount of debris and its weight. Prime Dumpster carries sizes from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster works for a bathroom update, a closet or bedroom cleanout, or a pile of yard trimmings. Choose it for concrete, tile, and stucco, which reach the weight limit well before the container looks full.
The 15-Yard Dumpster fits a garage cleanout, a flooring job, or a modest roof project without the cost of a bigger size.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a go-to for San Juan Capistrano homeowners doing a kitchen remodel or clearing out a whole house.
The 30-Yard Dumpster handles additions, large remodels, and new homes that create a lot of mixed debris.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our biggest container. It's meant for commercial builds, major demolition, and large property cleanouts.
Tell your account manager about the job, and they'll help you pick the size that fits.
A dumpster on private property, like your driveway, doesn't need a City permit. Once any part of it sits in the public right-of-way, the answer changes.
The City's permits page says all work in the public right-of-way needs an encroachment permit from the Engineering Division, and it lists the placement of dumpsters by name. The right-of-way covers streets, curbs, sidewalks, medians, and the grass strip next to the curb.
The Engineering Division's fee schedule lists a general encroachment permit at $505 for up to two days, plus $194 for each added day up to five. Longer jobs need a deposit based on the number of days.
The City takes applications and questions by email or at the One-Stop-Shop at City Hall, 32400 Paseo Adelanto. You can also call City Hall at 949-493-1171. Your account manager can help you find the right contact before delivery.
Most household and building debris is fine. California's waste rules and the county landfill set the limits.
California treats several common items as universal waste. The state Department of Toxic Substances Control says these can't go in household trash or landfills. The list covers batteries, electronics, old tube TVs and monitors, fluorescent lamps, mercury items, aerosol cans that aren't empty, and solar panels.
Prima Deshecha Landfill won't take tires, asbestos, batteries, chemicals, paint, pesticides, fuel, or liquid waste. Hazardous waste, liquids, solvents, and asbestos don't belong in a standard dumpster anywhere.
Big building projects have one more rule. The City requires many new builds, additions, and demolition jobs to recycle or reuse at least 65 percent of their construction debris, as its construction and demolition program explains. Pull a building permit, and the City will ask for a waste plan.
If you're unsure about an item, check with your account manager before loading 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.
San Juan Capistrano is home to one of the county's two landfills open to the public. Prima Deshecha Landfill, at 32250 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, is run by OC Waste & Recycling. It's open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., for commercial and public loads, and its phone is 949-728-3040.
The landfill's page says it opened in 1976 and should keep serving the region until about 2102. It now takes clean, broken asphalt for free, which helps if you're tearing out a driveway.
The same address holds the San Juan Capistrano Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center. Orange County residents can drop off household hazardous waste there for free, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Orange County landfills only accept waste from inside the county. Your account manager will confirm where your load is going and explain the fees before delivery.
32250 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., for commercial and public loads.
32250 Avenida La Pata, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Free for Orange County residents, Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Most rentals here can be booked within one to two business days, with the container arriving in a 24 to 48 hour window. Booking a bit sooner leaves time to settle the franchise question and any street permit.
A few steps help delivery go smoothly:
Prima Deshecha is closed on Sundays, so a container filled on Saturday afternoon usually waits until Monday for its trip to the landfill.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves homes and job sites throughout San Juan Capistrano and nearby South Orange County, including Laguna Niguel to the northwest, Dana Point and San Clemente along the coast, and Mission Viejo to the north. Wherever your project is, we coordinate delivery, pickup, and disposal around your timeline.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll check the City's bin rules for your address, size the container, and give 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.
Our rentals in San Juan Capistrano start at $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and reach $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, based on a five-day rental. Debris weight and the per-ton fee at Prima Deshecha also shape the total. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates.
For a single small load, driving it to Prima Deshecha can make sense. Bigger jobs are another story. Every trip means a disposal fee, fuel, and a few hours of your day. A dumpster sits on site while you work and leaves in one haul.
Yes. A standard three-seat couch uses only about a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. There's still space for a mattress, a table, and several bags of household clutter. With furniture, you'll usually fill the space before you hit the weight limit.
Leave out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos. California also bans batteries, electronics, fluorescent lamps, and aerosol cans that aren't empty from the trash, and Prima Deshecha won't take tires. Take those to the county hazardous waste center or a recycler instead.
The 10-yard dumpster has the lowest price, at $399 to $499. The weight of your load still matters, because the landfill charges by the ton. Tile, stucco, or concrete can push a small container past its weight limit, so keep heavy material in its own load.
A three-day rental usually costs the same as our standard five-day rental. Pricing is set per job instead of per day, and the weight of your debris affects the bill more than the rental length. Ask your account manager about included tonnage and the extra-day rate.
Everyday remodeling and cleanout debris is allowed, including lumber, drywall, flooring, cabinets, roofing, furniture, and yard waste. Clean concrete and asphalt can go in too, and a separate load often costs less to dispose of. Your account manager can confirm any item you're unsure about.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | San Juan Capistrano, California 92675 |
| Phone: | 424-363-8223 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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