A 10 yard dumpster runs from about $51 to $112 a day, with weekly rates between $426 and $778. A 20 yard box costs more per pull but less per cubic yard for bigger jobs. Downtown DC Porta Pros prices by size, rental length and what's going in the box.
Roll off dumpster rental prices depend on three things: size, how long you keep it, and what you're throwing away. Day rentals for a standard box run $51 to $112, with $75 typical. Weekly rentals land between $426 and $778, and monthly terms range from $91 to $500 depending on the size you book. If you're clearing out a rowhouse near Downtown DC or running a full construction job, expect a delivery fee on top, generally $100 to $500 for a day rental or $50 to $150 if you're booking by the week. Most jobs also carry a separate service fee, often $100 to $300, that covers the pickup and disposal end. Compare sizes on the dumpster sizes and dimensions page before you call, since picking the right box the first time saves a second delivery fee. For home cleanouts, the home renovation porta potty crews we work alongside often rent a dumpster and a toilet on the same trip.
A 10 yard dumpster rental costs $51 to $112 a day and $426 to $778 for the week, based on our pricing data across the region. That size handles a single-room gut job, a garage cleanout, or yard debris from a small lot. If you're near Downtown DC and comparing 10 yard dumpster rental prices near me against 20 yard options, the jump in daily cost is smaller than most people expect, because delivery and pickup cost about the same either way. Roll-off trucks need roughly 60 feet of straight clearance behind the unit to drop it safely, so measure your driveway or alley before booking. Check the 10 yard dumpster rental page for load specifics, and see the 20 yard dumpster rental page if you're unsure which size fits a kitchen remodel or a full basement clearout. Bigger jobs, like a full construction tear-out, usually move up to a 30 yard dumpster rental or a 40 yard dumpster rental.
Prices swing because location, weight and rental length all move the number independently. A dumpster sitting curbside in Downtown DC for a weekend event costs less than the same box left for a month on an active job site, since monthly rates spread the delivery fee over more days even though the total is higher. Weight matters too: construction debris, shingles and concrete weigh more than household junk, and overweight loads trigger separate charges outlined on our dumpster weight limits page. What you put inside matters as much as how long you keep it. Certain materials, like tires, batteries and paint cans, aren't allowed in a standard roll-off at all, and the what cannot go in a dumpster page covers what to separate out before pickup day. If you're not sure whether your job needs a permit to place a dumpster on a public street near Downtown DC, that's worth confirming directly with the city; placement rules in the public right of way vary and we'd rather you check than guess, and our dumpster permit requirements page walks through what to ask.
A monthly rental costs more in total than a single week, but it costs less per day than renting week to week and re-booking each time. Weekly rates for a standard dumpster run $426 to $778, while monthly terms for the same size fall between $91 and $500 depending on box size and how much debris you're moving. Longer jobs, like a full construction site cleanout that runs six to eight weeks, almost always come out ahead on a monthly plan. Our construction dumpster rental page breaks down what a typical build timeline needs, and the roll-off dumpster rental page is the place to start if you haven't picked a size yet. Site cleanup on active job sites also falls under general housekeeping rules, and OSHA 1926.25 requires scrap and debris to be cleared from work areas regularly, which is one reason contractors keep a box on site the whole build rather than hauling loose debris by hand.
Whether you need a permit depends on where the dumpster sits, and that's not something we can answer from here with certainty. If the box goes on private property, like a driveway or a job site lot, you likely won't need one. If it sits in the street or blocks a sidewalk near Downtown DC, the city almost always wants that cleared with a permit first, so confirm directly with the relevant city office before delivery day. We've seen jobs delayed because a customer assumed it was fine and found out otherwise once the box was already on the curb. The dumpster permit requirements page has a checklist of the right questions to ask. While you're planning logistics, it's worth pairing your dumpster order with sanitation: OSHA 1926.51(c) sets toilet counts for active job sites, one seat for every 20 workers up to 20, and our construction site services page covers dumpsters, toilets and fencing together for crews working near Hyattsville, about 6.4 miles northeast, or Bladensburg, about 6.5 miles northeast.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| Week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| Month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
| Weekend | $390 | $440 | $497 |
Delivery fees run separately, from $100 to $500 for a day rental up to $50 to $150 for a weekly booking, and service fees for pickup typically add $100 to $300. For long-term storage instead of debris hauling, compare against a storage container rental, since a 20ft unit sometimes costs less monthly than a dumpster left on site for the same stretch.
Pricing for a 20 yard box follows the same day, week and month bands as our 10 yard units, since our data groups all standard roll-offs together. Expect $51 to $112 daily or $426 to $778 weekly, plus delivery. Larger debris volumes may need the 30 yard dumpster rental instead.
The base price covers the box itself for your rental term. Delivery, pickup and disposal are usually separate line items, running $100 to $500 for delivery and $100 to $300 for the service fee. Ask upfront so there's no surprise on the final invoice.
Most rentals run by the day, week or month, and you can extend if the job runs long. Monthly rates for a standard box range $91 to $500, which often beats booking three separate weekly terms back to back for an active site.
Yes. Day rentals for a standard dumpster run $51 to $112, which covers drop-off and pickup the same day or next. It's a common choice for garage cleanouts or a single-room renovation near Downtown DC.
That depends on placement, and it's not something to guess on. Private driveways usually don't need one; street or sidewalk placement in Downtown DC generally does. Confirm with the city before delivery, and see our porta potty permit requirements page for a similar rule that often applies to both.
Yes. Downtown DC Porta Pros delivers dumpster rental cost across Downtown DC and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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