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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Tacoma, Washington, and the surrounding Pierce County communities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. East Side and Lincoln District homes built decades ago need roofs, siding, and kitchens replaced, while construction near the Port and along Pacific Avenue keeps crews producing debris. Rain makes both jobs heavier, which is part of planning a container here.
Your price depends on the size you pick, what you load, how long you keep it, and the disposal charges on the load. Below we cover our price ranges, how Tacoma handles street placement and collection rules, what has to stay out of the container, and where your debris goes.
Looking for a dependable waste management solution? Contact us today for a free quote! We're here to give you a straightforward and competitive estimate for all your dumpster rental needs. Find out how easy waste disposal can be with Prime Dumpster.
Curious about the cost? We’re all about being transparent. Reach out to us and get a clear breakdown of our dumpster rental prices—no hidden fees, no surprises. With Prime Dumpster, you’ll know exactly what you’re paying for.
Ready to get started? Scheduling your dumpster delivery is a breeze. Just tell us when and where you need it, and we’ll handle the rest. Prime Dumpster is all about quick and reliable service, getting the right dumpster to your site when you need it.
Done with your project or need your dumpster emptied? Just give us a call to arrange a fast and convenient pickup. We’re ready to quickly remove your waste and make your experience hassle-free. Count on Prime Dumpster for timely and efficient service.
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 few Tacoma details decide what a container costs.
Size sets the base. Matching the container to the whole job saves the cost of a second pull.
Weight is the next lever, and the weather plays into it. Wet shingles, soaked carpet, and rain-filled debris weigh far more than the same load in August, so covering an open container helps hold your tonnage down.
The type of material matters too. Concrete, brick, and rock are dense enough that a small container often makes more sense than a large one.
Local rules round it out. Tacoma controls solid waste collection inside the city, so your account manager will confirm how the City's rules apply at your address before anything is scheduled.
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 the volume of debris, then think about how heavy and how wet it will be. Prime Dumpster rents containers from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster fits a bathroom tear-out, a small deck, or a basement cleanout. It's also the right size for concrete and brick, which reach the weight limit while the container still looks empty.
The 15-Yard Dumpster works for a kitchen remodel, a full garage, or flooring from several rooms. It's a real gain in space for a small step up in price.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size most Tacoma homeowners choose. It covers a whole-house cleanout or a tear-off on a typical roof, even with the extra weight rain adds.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits additions, gut remodels, and new construction. Crews pick it when the debris is bulky and comes from several trades.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest. It's built for commercial projects, warehouse cleanouts, and demolition near the Port and the industrial areas.
Still deciding? Give your account manager the details, and they'll recommend a size.
A container on private property, like a driveway or a fenced job site, generally doesn't need a City permit in Tacoma. Once any part of it sits in the public right-of-way, which covers streets, sidewalks, and alleys, the City's permit rules apply.
Tacoma issues right-of-way permits in two groups. Work permits cover work performed in the right-of-way, and occupancy permits cover private use of it for more than 90 days. Some projects need more than one, and each takes its own application.
Call Planning and Development Services at 253-591-5030, or visit the third floor of the Tacoma Municipal Building on Market Street, weekday mornings. Your account manager can help you find the right contact and time the paperwork with your delivery.
Most remodeling and cleanout debris can be loaded. The limits come from state rules, City rules, and the facility that receives the material.
Washington runs a free statewide recycling program for televisions, computers, laptops, monitors, tablets, and e-readers, because those products hold toxic chemicals that should stay out of the landfill. Keep them out of your container and drop them at a collection site instead.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos can't go in a standard dumpster either. Tacoma keeps asbestos, hazardous material, needles, liquids, medical waste, tires, and used motor oil out of regular collection, and sends household chemicals to the City's hazardous waste facility on South Mullen Street.
Loads also have to be covered. Uncovered or unsecured loads are illegal in Washington and can bring extra fees, and dusty material like drywall or insulation needs to be bagged or dampened. Our drivers handle the tarping, and your account manager can confirm anything you're unsure about.
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.
Most material from Tacoma jobs is weighed and unloaded at the Tacoma Recovery & Transfer Center at 3510 S. Mullen Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. The City's Solid Waste Utility runs it, along with the recycle center and the household hazardous waste facility on the same site.
The transfer center is open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., which makes weekend work easier here than in most cities. The City's solid waste page lists the current hours, and the phone is 253-502-2100. The hazardous waste facility keeps shorter hours, Friday through Monday.
Because the City holds exclusive authority over waste collection inside the city limits, container service in Tacoma follows its rules, and hauling waste takes a City permit that can take up to 30 days to review. Your account manager will confirm how that applies to your project, where the load goes, and what it costs before delivery.
Most Tacoma rentals can be scheduled within one to two business days, with delivery arriving in a 24 to 48 hour window. Because of the City's collection rules, call as early as you can so your account manager has time to confirm the details.
These steps help delivery go smoothly:
The transfer center's seven-day schedule helps with timing. A container filled on a Saturday can usually be emptied without waiting for Monday.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves all of Tacoma, from the East Side and Hilltop to the North End, Lincoln District, South Tacoma, and the industrial areas near the Port, plus nearby Pierce County communities like Fife, Midland, Parkland, and Summit. Your account manager will confirm delivery for your address.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll size the container, check the City's rules for your address, and give you a clear 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 Tacoma rental runs $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and $699 to $899 for a 40-yard, based on a five-day rental. Debris weight, rain, and local disposal charges also shape the total. Your account manager will confirm the included tonnage and overage rate when you book.
Self-hauling means loading by hand, covering the load, paying at the scale, and doing it again. For a remodel or a cleanout, one container in the driveway usually costs less once you count the trips, fuel, and time.
Yes. A three-seat couch takes up roughly a fifth of a 10-yard container, leaving space for a mattress, a chair, and boxes. Bulky furniture fills the room in a small container long before you reach the weight limit.
Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos. Tires, medical waste, needles, and used motor oil are excluded too, and Washington runs a free recycling program for TVs, monitors, and computers. Ask your account manager where those items belong.
Our 10-yard container has the lowest price, at $399 to $499. Weight decides the rest of the bill. Concrete, brick, or rain-soaked debris can pass a small container's limit quickly. Keeping heavy material in its own load usually costs less.
Three days normally costs the same as our five-day rental, since we price by the job rather than by the day. What the container weighs at the end matters more than the number of days. Ask your account manager how much tonnage is included.
Most home and construction debris is allowed in a Tacoma dumpster, including lumber, drywall, roofing, siding, flooring, cabinets, carpet, and furniture. Clean concrete and brick are accepted as their own load. When something seems borderline, ask your account manager before you load it.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Tacoma, Washington 98404 |
| Phone: | 206-791-3391 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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