Contractors pay 10-30% less, get longer rental periods, and know all the tricks. Here's the full breakdown of how dumpster rental works differently for pros vs homeowners — and how to close the gap.
We analyzed pricing data from 6,304 operators across all 50 states. The cheapest state averages $285 for a 20-yard rental. The most expensive? $565. Here's the full breakdown and why the gap exists.
We checked all 55 Oregon dumpster rental listings on Google. Only 9% have no reviews, about the national rate. But 12.7% average under 3 stars, the highest share of any state we measured and three times the national 4.3%.
Arkansas has 42 dumpster rental listings on Google. Its share with no reviews (9.5%) matches the national rate, but 11.9% average under 3 stars, second-highest in the country. Little Rock accounts for most of them.
We checked every Louisiana dumpster rental listing on Google. 10.7% have no reviews and 9.8% average under 3 stars, more than double the national rate. Two listings hide invisible characters in their names.
Only 8.3% of Kentucky's 60 dumpster rental listings have no reviews, below the national rate. But 10% average under 3 stars, more than twice the national share. Louisville has both the best and the worst of the state.
Texas has 728 dumpster rental listings on Google, more than any other state. 88 of them (12.1%) have no reviews at all, and 51 of those have no website either. San Antonio and Houston have the most.
We checked 208 Georgia dumpster rental listings on Google. 12.5% have no reviews, seventh-highest in the country. A quarter of Savannah's listings are empty, while Atlanta's are almost all established.
Only 7.2% of Tennessee's 166 dumpster rental listings on Google have no reviews, well under the 9.5% national rate. Memphis and Franklin have none. Here's what a healthy market looks like, and where the gaps are.
Florida has the third-largest dumpster rental market we track. 9.1% of its 561 Google listings have no reviews, just under the national rate, and only 2.1% are rated under 3 stars. Tampa has the most empty listings.
A kitchen remodel typically needs a 10-15 yard dumpster costing $275-$450. Here's what drives the price, which size to pick, and how to avoid overpaying.
Roof tear-offs need a 20-30 yard dumpster costing $350-$550. Shingles are deceptively heavy — here's how to avoid weight overage fees and pick the right size.
Estate cleanouts typically need a 20-30 yard dumpster costing $325-$500. A lifetime of belongings fills space fast — here's how to plan the right size and avoid surprises.
A bathroom remodel typically needs a 10 yard dumpster costing $250-$375. It's one of the smaller dumpster projects — here's how to avoid overpaying.
A garage cleanout typically needs a 10-15 yard dumpster costing $250-$400. Here's how to pick the right size and what you can't throw in.
Deck removal typically needs a 15-20 yard dumpster costing $300-$450. Lumber is bulky but light — here's how to pick the right size and save money.
A basement cleanout typically needs a 15-20 yard dumpster costing $300-$475. Basements hide more stuff than you think — here's how to plan right.
Landscaping dumpsters cost $275-$500 for a 10-20 yard container. Dirt and rock are deceptively heavy — here's how to avoid weight overage fees.
A flooring project typically needs a 10-15 yard dumpster costing $250-$400. Tile is heavy, carpet is bulky — here's how to plan for your specific material.
Fence removal typically needs a 10-15 yard dumpster costing $250-$375. Wood fences are bulky but light — here's how to pick the right size.
Dumpsters.com is convenient but marks up 15-30% over local independents. Here's when the premium is worth it — and when you're just overpaying.
Budget Dumpster and Dumpsters.com share the same parent company. Here's what that means for your wallet — and why comparing local operators usually saves you money.
Hometown Dumpster Rental has been around since 2008 but has only 12 Trustpilot reviews after 18 years. Here's what that tells you — and what to use instead.
A Bagster costs $30 at Home Depot plus $150-$300 for pickup. A 10-yard dumpster holds 3x more for $250-$375. Per cubic yard, the dumpster wins by a landslide.