Dumpster Rental Questions Answered

Your rental price depends on the dumpster size, rental period, material type, and any additional service needs. Disposal is billed separately at the actual disposal facility cost based on material type and weight. See our dumpster rental pricing information for more details.

No. PDX Dumpster bills disposal separately at the actual facility cost. We do not add a markup to disposal charges. You can also review our actual-weight disposal policy.

We explain the rental terms, disposal billing, material restrictions, and any additional service charges before or during the rental so customers understand how the total is calculated.

PDX Dumpster offers 7-, 15-, and 20-yard trailer dumpsters. The right size depends on the amount and type of debris being removed. Visit our dumpster size comparison for more guidance.

The 7-yard dumpster is designed for approved heavy materials such as concrete, dirt, brick, tile, gravel, and sod.

The 15-yard dumpster works well for many residential projects, including remodels, roofing, garage cleanouts, yard debris, and moderate-volume cleanup jobs.

The 20-yard dumpster is our most requested size overall and works well for higher-volume projects such as larger cleanouts, renovation debris, flooring removal, construction debris, and many contractor projects.

The standard rental period is 4 days. If you need additional time, contact us before the scheduled pickup so we can discuss availability.

Yes. Call or text us when you are finished and we can coordinate pickup based on the current route and schedule.

Same-day or next-day delivery may be available depending on dumpster inventory, route capacity, project location, and the time the request is received. Call or text us to confirm current availability.

Our trailer-style dumpsters use rubber tires and driveway protection boards to help reduce the risk of scraping or damaging residential surfaces. Every property is different, so access and surface condition still matter. Learn more about our driveway-friendly delivery process.

Often, yes. Our trailer dumpsters are designed for more precise placement than many traditional roll-off containers. Narrow driveways, slopes, gates, turning space, and overhead clearance can all affect placement.

Yes. Text us photos of the driveway, gate, slope, access route, or intended placement area and we can review the location before delivery.

A dumpster placed entirely on private property usually does not require a street-use permit, but local rules can vary. Containers placed in a public street or right-of-way may require approval from the city or other local authority. For Portland-specific information, see our Portland dumpster permit and placement guide .

Yes, when approved in advance and loaded into the appropriate dumpster. Heavy materials such as concrete, dirt, brick, tile, gravel, and sod generally belong in the 7-yard heavy-material dumpster. See our concrete and dirt dumpster guide for more information.

Yes, many landscaping and yard-cleanup materials can be accepted. The best dumpster depends on the type and amount of material. Visit our yard debris dumpster guide for more information.

Yes, roofing debris can usually be accepted. The appropriate dumpster size depends on the roofing material, project size, number of layers, and estimated weight.

Do not mix heavy materials with general debris unless we specifically approve the load. Dense materials can quickly create an overweight or unsafe load even when the dumpster is not full.

Our core service area includes Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview, Happy Valley, Sunnyside, Clackamas, Milwaukie, Oak Grove, Oatfield, Gladstone, Oregon City, Beavercreek, Boring, Damascus, Eagle Creek, Lake Oswego, West Linn, and Canby. Visit our service area page for local coverage details.

Yes. Our Portland service is focused heavily on East and Southeast Portland, including areas such as Rose City Park, Mount Tabor, Sellwood-Moreland, Parkrose, Lents, Pleasant Valley, and Centennial. Visit our Portland service page for more information.

Yes. We serve Oregon City, Beavercreek, and surrounding areas for residential, contractor, remodeling, roofing, cleanup, and other approved projects. Visit our Oregon City service page for local information.

Yes. We serve many rural and acreage properties around Beavercreek, Boring, Damascus, and Eagle Creek. Access conditions such as narrow roads, gravel driveways, gates, and turning areas should be discussed before delivery.