How do I rent a dumpster in Des Moines, IA today?
Start with a call to 1-833-520-0680. Tell us the Des Moines location, the kind of debris and how long you need the container. The local Polk provider handles sizing, confirms the included tonnage, and gives you one all in number before scheduling.
Container availability in Des Moines shifts with the season and with how busy the local roofing trade is. Calling early in the day gives you the best chance of a next day drop. We connect you with the provider, they confirm the window.
What parts of Des Moines are served?
Providers in the network run routes across Polk and into the surrounding suburbs. If your address sits just outside the Des Moines line, call anyway, the same trucks usually cover it.
Coverage in Des Moines spans 57 ZIP codes, including 50301, 50302, 50303, 50304. The nearest covered cities are Iowa City at about 54 miles, Cedar Rapids at about 79 miles, Davenport at about 83 miles, Waterloo at about 110 miles.
Roll off containers for Des Moines projects
10 yard dumpster in Des Moines
Small remodels, and the only size for concrete.
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20 yard dumpster in Des Moines
Full floor remodels and roof tear offs.
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30 yard dumpster in Des Moines
Whole house cleanouts and additions.
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Roofing dumpster in Des Moines
Roof tear offs with a tonnage cap.
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Concrete dumpster in Des Moines
Concrete, brick, block and soil.
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Cleanout dumpster in Des Moines
Furniture, boxes and household junk.
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10YARD 10 yard roll off dumpster in Des Moines 12 ft x 8 ft x 3.5 ft · 3 to 4 pickup loads
- Approximate dimensions12 ft x 8 ft x 3.5 ft
- Pickup truck loads3 to 4 pickup loads
- Typical weight allowance1 to 2 tons included, varies by provider
- Typical projectsSmall bathroom remodel, single room cleanout, up to 1,500 sq ft of shingles
Typical range
$325 to $575 7 to 10 day rental. Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking.
Call for today's price 15YARD 15 yard roll off dumpster in Des Moines 14 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft · 4 to 6 pickup loads
- Approximate dimensions14 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft
- Pickup truck loads4 to 6 pickup loads
- Typical weight allowance2 to 3 tons included, varies by provider
- Typical projectsKitchen remodel, garage clearout, medium deck tear off
Typical range
$360 to $625 7 to 10 day rental. Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking. Call for today's price 20YARD 20 yard roll off dumpster in Des Moines 20 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft · 6 to 8 pickup loads
- Approximate dimensions20 ft x 8 ft x 4.5 ft
- Pickup truck loads6 to 8 pickup loads
- Typical weight allowance2 to 4 tons included, varies by provider
- Typical projectsFull floor remodel, large cleanout, 2,500 sq ft roof tear off
Typical range
$400 to $700 7 to 10 day rental. Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking. Call for today's price 30YARD 30 yard roll off dumpster in Des Moines 20 ft x 8 ft x 6 ft · 9 to 12 pickup loads
- Approximate dimensions20 ft x 8 ft x 6 ft
- Pickup truck loads9 to 12 pickup loads
- Typical weight allowance3 to 5 tons included, varies by provider
- Typical projectsFull house cleanout, new build framing waste, large addition
Typical range
$475 to $825 7 to 10 day rental. Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking. Call for today's price 40YARD 40 yard roll off dumpster in Des Moines 22 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft · 12 to 16 pickup loads
- Approximate dimensions22 ft x 8 ft x 8 ft
- Pickup truck loads12 to 16 pickup loads
- Typical weight allowance4 to 6 tons included, varies by provider
- Typical projectsCommercial demolition, major renovation, bulky light debris
Typical range
$550 to $950 7 to 10 day rental. Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking. Call for today's price What do Des Moines renters need to know first?
Many Des Moines neighbourhoods sit inside an HOA or a deed restricted subdivision. Rules often cap how many days a container can stay visible from the street, and some require screening. Check before you book rather than after.
Measure the approach rather than the parking space. A roll off truck needs a straight run of about 60 feet, and the overhead clearance of 23 feet is what catches people out, because the container swings high as it tips off the bed.
Check whether your Des Moines neighbourhood has rules about street visibility or screening. Finding out after the container is on the drive is the expensive order to do it in.
Separate as you go rather than at the end. Running a small heavy debris container during the demolition phase reliably costs less in Des Moines than one surcharged mixed load.
Container availability in Polk County tightens before pricing does. Booking two or three days ahead buys you a better delivery window more than a better rate.
What drives dumpster pricing in Des Moines?
| Item | Best for | Des Moines range |
|---|---|---|
| 10 yard dumpster | Small remodel, single room cleanout | $325 to $575 |
| 15 yard dumpster | Kitchen remodel, garage clearout | $360 to $625 |
| 20 yard dumpster | Full floor remodel, roof tear off | $400 to $700 |
| 30 yard dumpster | Whole house cleanout, additions | $475 to $825 |
| 40 yard dumpster | Large volume, lighter debris | $550 to $950 |
The price you are quoted in Des Moines bundles delivery, the rental period, pickup and disposal up to a weight limit. The variable that moves it most is the local landfill rate, which is why quotes differ between neighbouring markets.
What can go in your Des Moines dumpster?
Usually accepted
- Household junk, furniture and mattresses
- Drywall, lumber, trim and flooring
- Asphalt shingles, in a heavy debris container
- Yard waste, branches and sod
- Appliances with the refrigerant already removed
- Carpet, padding and cabinetry
Not accepted
- Paint, solvents, fuel and motor oil
- Tires and vehicle batteries
- Asbestos and other regulated materials
- Propane tanks and pressurized cylinders
- Medical waste and chemicals
- Electronics in states that ban them from landfills
These lists cover the common cases. Anything liquid, pressurised or regulated should be assumed refused until the provider confirms otherwise.
Nearby cities and other services
- Iowa City (54 mi)
- Cedar Rapids (79 mi)
- Davenport (83 mi)
- Waterloo (110 mi)
- Clinton (111 mi)
- Ames (116 mi)
- Boone (120 mi)
- Dubuque (127 mi)
Des Moines dumpster rental questions
How much is a 20 yard dumpster in Des Moines?
Typically $400 to $700 for a 7 to 10 day rental with 2 to 4 tons included. The exact figure depends on the provider, your ZIP code and the landfill they use.
Do I need to sort the debris before loading?
Generally no, beyond keeping heavy inert material separate. Some cities operate construction and demolition diversion rules, and your provider will know whether one applies in Des Moines.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Des Moines?
Not for a private driveway in almost all cases. A container placed on a public street normally needs a municipal right of way permit, and the provider usually files it for you.
Are appliances and mattresses accepted?
Mattresses are usually accepted, sometimes with a small per item fee. Appliances are accepted once the refrigerant has been professionally removed and documented.
Do you handle the dumpster rental yourselves?
No. We are a free referral service. Your call connects you with an independent local provider who owns the equipment and handles delivery, the rental and pickup.
Who wrote this page
Written and fact checked by the Dumpster Porta Potty USA editorial team. We check container sizes, servicing intervals and price ranges against published provider rate sheets and federal guidance, then update the page when those change.
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