Dumpster rental in Washington, DC
Roll-off dumpsters from 10 to 40 yards for cleanouts, remodels, roofs and builds across Washington, DC and the Maryland and Northern Virginia suburbs. Tell us your ZIP and a real person sends one exact delivered price.
Renting a dumpster in Washington: what to know
Inside the District many rowhouses have no driveway, so street placement is common and needs a public space permit. The suburbs in Maryland and Virginia each have their own county rules. Older homes in the region are often remodeled, so separate any lead-painted or asbestos-containing material and ask before you load it.
Summer storms can soak an open load and add weight. A tarp over the box between loading sessions helps.
Driveway or street?
A driveway or other private spot is the simplest option almost everywhere: no permit, and the hauler can place it on boards to protect the surface. In parts of the Washington area where homes have little or no driveway, street placement is common; plan for a permit and a few extra days to get it. We'll tell you what applies at your address and who files it.
What can't go in
Paint, chemicals, tires, batteries, propane tanks and appliances with refrigerant are off-limits in most places, and District of Columbia may add its own rules for items like electronics or mattresses. See the typical list, and we'll flag anything specific when we quote.
Dumpster sizes in Washington
Typical prices are national estimates; your Washington price comes with your quote.
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10 yard
Typical $325–$550
Small jobs and all heavy debris.
Price a 10-yard -
15 yard
Typical $350–$600
Kitchen and bath remodels, mid-size cleanouts.
Price a 15-yard -
20 yard
Typical $375–$650
The most popular size. Big cleanouts and remodels.
Price a 20-yard -
30 yard
Typical $450–$800
Major renovations and large cleanouts.
Price a 30-yard -
40 yard
Typical $525–$950
New construction, demolition and commercial jobs.
Price a 40-yard
Dimensions and weight allowances are typical and vary a little by hauler. Prices are estimates for a 7-day rental; your exact delivered price comes with your quote.
Popular projects
- Home cleanout Garages, basements, attics, estates and moves.
- Kitchen or bath remodel Cabinets, counters, tile, drywall and fixtures.
- Roofing Shingle tear-offs and re-roofs.
- Construction New builds, additions, demolition and job sites.
- Yard cleanup Branches, brush, leaves and landscaping debris.
- Concrete and dirt Concrete, brick, block, dirt, rock and tile.
Dumpster rental in Washington: questions
How much does a dumpster cost in Washington?
Typical roll-off prices across US metros run from about $325 for a 10-yard to about $950 for a 40-yard, for a 7-day rental. Prices in the Washington area depend on local disposal rates, your exact location, the debris and the date. Enter your ZIP for one exact delivered price.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Washington?
Not usually if it sits on your own driveway or property. A dumpster on a public street, sidewalk or alley generally needs a permit from the city or town where the address is, and HOA communities may have their own rules. We'll tell you what applies at your address before you book.
How soon can I get a dumpster in Washington?
Often within a day or two, sometimes the next day, depending on local haulers and the season. Pick your date in the quote form and we will confirm what is possible.
What size do most people rent?
The 20-yard is the most common pick for cleanouts and roofs. Remodels often fit a 15, small jobs and heavy debris a 10, and big renovations or builds a 30 or 40.
Other areas
Get your Washington dumpster price
Tell us your ZIP and what you are throwing away. A real person texts or emails you one all-in price for your address. No payment to get a quote.