Dumpster rental in
Santa Ana, California.
Santa Ana has 20 dumpster rental companies. 45% score above average on our DCS rubric. The ghost listing rate here is 25.0% — above the national average of 9.5%.
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Santa Ana requires a permit for street placement
Encroachment permit required for any public right-of-way placement. Encroachment work must be performed by a licensed contractor.
Full Santa Ana permit detailsLocal Disposal Costs in Santa Ana
OC Waste & Recycling landfills ~$44/ton (2025), up from $42.65. Transfer station rate $85/ton.
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Same Day Express Permit Program offered. Permits counter open Mon-Thu 8am-3pm.
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2321 S Shelton St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA
1358 Catalina Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA
321 W 19th St, Santa Ana, CA 92706, USA
2020 N Broadway #468, Santa Ana, CA 92706, USA
101 W Moore Ave, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA
939 E Santa Ana Blvd #19, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
1035 E 6th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
1035 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
1629 W Highland St, Santa Ana, CA 92703, USA
926 W Pomona St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA
1421 Village Way, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA
1925 W 15th St, Santa Ana, CA 92706, USA
3144 W Adams St, Santa Ana, CA 92704, USA
1035 E 4th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
1064 E 6th St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
1016 Stafford St, Santa Ana, CA 92701, USA
2700 N Main St Suite 420, Santa Ana, CA 92705, USA
1926 S Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92707, USA
2430 W 5th St 1st flr, Santa Ana, CA 92703, USA
1314 W 5th St, Santa Ana, CA 92703, USA
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Renting a dumpster in Santa Ana
There are 20 dumpster rental companies serving Santa Ana, California. The average rating is 3.5 stars across 992 reviews. Most rentals run 7 to 14 days.
A 20 yard dumpster handles most home renovations and cleanouts in Santa Ana. Smaller jobs like a bathroom remodel or garage cleanout usually fit in a 10 yard. Roofing and construction work typically needs a 30 yard container.
Prices for the same size dumpster can vary by $200 or more between haulers in Santa Ana, depending on weight limits, rental period, and where the nearest landfill is. Get at least 3 quotes before booking.
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Roofing Projects
A typical Santa Ana roof tear-off generates 3–5 tons of shingles and underlayment. A 20–30 yard dumpster handles most single-layer residential roofs, but go with a 30 if you have a multi-layer strip or architectural shingles. Ask your hauler about weight limits — asphalt shingles are heavy and overweight fees in Californiacan add $75–$150 per extra ton.
Kitchen Remodels
Kitchen gut-outs produce cabinets, countertops, flooring, and drywall — bulky but relatively light. A 10–15 yard dumpster is usually enough for a standard kitchen demo in Santa Ana. If you're removing tile flooring or concrete countertops, size up to a 20 yard to stay under the weight cap.
Estate Cleanouts
Clearing an entire home in Santa Anatypically requires a 20–30 yard dumpster. Furniture, mattresses, clothing, and household items fill space fast. Plan for 2–3 loads if the property has a garage, attic, and basement. Schedule a 7–14 day rental so you can sort donations from trash without rushing.
Garage Cleanouts
Most Santa Anagarage cleanouts fit comfortably in a 10–15 yard dumpster. That covers accumulated tools, storage bins, old furniture, and miscellaneous junk. If you're also tearing out shelving, drywall, or a workbench, bump up to a 20 yard to be safe.
Construction Projects
New builds, additions, and major renovations in Santa Ana generate heavy mixed debris — concrete, lumber, drywall, and metal. A 30–40 yard dumpster is standard for active job sites. Most contractors in California keep a roll-off on site for the full project duration and swap it out when full.
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