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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Wilmington, North Carolina, and nearby New Hanover County in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Historic homes downtown, storm repairs after hurricane season, and a steady flow of new construction from Ogden to Monkey Junction keep our containers moving for homeowners and contractors.
The price you pay comes from the container size, the type of debris, the length of the rental, and the disposal fees at the county landfill. Below you'll find our price ranges, the City's rules for dumpsters on public streets, what the landfill won't accept, and where your load is taken.
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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 price of a dumpster in Wilmington.
Size sets the starting point. A larger container costs more, but booking one that's too small can leave you paying for a second trip.
The material you toss makes a real difference. New Hanover County prices loads by type as well as weight. Mixed construction debris is $61.00 per ton at the county landfill, while clean concrete with no rebar is only $10.00 per ton. Keeping concrete separate can lower your disposal cost.
Roofing is a good example. Clean asphalt shingles cost less to dispose of than shingles mixed with felt, wrappers, and plywood, so a tidy roof tear-off can save you money.
Local rules also count. Wilmington limits what can sit in a public street, and haulers need a county franchise to use the landfill. Your account manager can explain how both affect your job.
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 the volume of debris and its weight before you pick. Prime Dumpster offers sizes from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster is right for a single bathroom, a deck removal, or cleaning out a shed. It's also the size for concrete, block, or brick, because heavy material hits the weight cap long before the container fills.
The 15-Yard Dumpster works for replacing flooring, clearing out a garage, or stripping a small roof. It gives you breathing room without the cost of a 20.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is a common choice in Wilmington for whole-home cleanouts and storm damage repairs that touch several rooms. It fits most household jobs.
The 30-Yard Dumpster suits large remodels, additions, and new home construction. It's a good match when a job produces drywall, siding, and lumber in the same week.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest size. It handles commercial builds, full demolitions, and big cleanouts at warehouses or rental properties.
Can't decide? Describe the project to your account manager, and they'll help you pick.
When your dumpster sits on private property, such as a driveway or a job site lot, you usually don't need a City permit. Things change once any part of it sits in a street, sidewalk, or other public right-of-way.
For that, the City of Wilmington issues a right-of-way permit through its Engineering Department. The permit goes to the property owner. The application asks for photos of the spot, the dumpster size, the location, and how long it will stay. The City's permit guide lists a $20 fee for dumpsters and storage containers.
There's an important size limit. The City only allows containers up to 8 cubic yards in the right-of-way, since that size fits in a parking space. That means our roll-off sizes need to go on private property. Containers also need reflective tape or signs, can't block the view at street corners, and aren't allowed in front of restaurants and shops downtown.
Plan on about 72 hours for review. For questions, call the right-of-way office at 910-341-5899. Your account manager can help you find the right contact and a spot that works.
Most building and cleanout debris is fine to load. The limits come from North Carolina's landfill bans and the county landfill's own rules.
North Carolina keeps a long list of items out of every landfill. It includes motor oil and oil filters, yard waste, appliances, antifreeze, whole tires, and lead-acid and lithium-ion batteries. Computers, TVs, wooden pallets, and plastic drink bottles are on the list too. The county landfill has recycling areas for many of these, but they can't be buried with your load.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos aren't allowed in a standard dumpster either. The New Hanover County Landfill no longer accepts asbestos at all.
Yard waste deserves a note in a city with this many trees. Branches and leaves should be kept apart from building debris so they can be handled separately.
If you're not sure about an item, ask your account manager 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.
Loads from Wilmington go to the New Hanover County Landfill at 5210 Highway 421 North, Wilmington, NC 28401. The county has run it since 1981, and it was the first lined landfill in North Carolina.
The landfill is open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 6:30 a.m. to noon. Every truck is weighed coming in and going out. Commercial construction loads also pass through a recycling checkpoint that pulls out lumber, cardboard, concrete, metal, and drywall.
Your account manager can confirm where your load is headed and explain the fees for your debris before delivery.
5210 Highway 421 North, Wilmington, NC 28401
Open Monday to Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday 6:30 a.m. to noon.
We can usually set up a Wilmington rental within one to two business days, with drop-off in a 24 to 48 hour window. Calling a few days ahead helps, especially after a storm when demand jumps across the county.
Keep these tips in mind:
The landfill closes at noon on Saturday and stays closed Sunday, so a container filled on the weekend usually goes out on Monday.
Client ReviewsPrime Dumpster serves all of Wilmington, including the downtown historic district, Forest Hills, Sunset Park, Pine Valley, Ogden, and Monkey Junction, along with nearby Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, and the rest of New Hanover County. We coordinate delivery, pickup, and disposal to match your schedule.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We'll size the container, check the placement and hauler 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 Wilmington dumpster rental costs $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container, based on a five-day rental. Debris type matters here, since the county landfill charges different rates by material. Your account manager confirms tonnage and overage rates when you book.
If you only have a pickup load, hauling it yourself can make sense. For larger jobs, a dumpster usually saves money. The landfill sits north of the city on Highway 421, and each trip costs fuel, time, and a disposal fee. A single rental covers the whole job.
Yes. An average couch fills about a fifth of a 10-yard dumpster. That leaves room for a recliner, a mattress, and several bags of household items. Furniture is bulky rather than heavy, so space usually runs out before the weight allowance does.
Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, and asbestos. North Carolina also bans appliances, tires, motor oil, batteries, TVs, computers, pallets, and yard waste from landfills. Your account manager can tell you how to handle any of those items before you load.
The 10-yard dumpster is our lowest-priced size at $399 to $499. What you put in still matters. Block, brick, and tile can push a small container past its weight allowance and bring overage charges. A load of clean concrete kept on its own is often the cheapest to dispose of.
A three-day rental normally costs the same as our five-day standard, because the price is set by the project rather than the day. Weight has more effect on the bill than time does. Ask your account manager about included tonnage and overage rates before delivery.
Most household and building debris is allowed in a Wilmington dumpster. That includes drywall, lumber, siding, shingles, flooring, cabinets, furniture, and general cleanout junk. Clean concrete and brick are accepted as well. For anything that might be banned, check with your account manager before you load it.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 |
| Phone: | 854-233-3533 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.adm-devs.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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