How do I rent a dumpster in Alexandria, LA today?
Call 1-833-520-0680 and we connect you with a provider who already services Alexandria. Describe the project, the dates and where the container can sit. They confirm the container size, what is included in the tonnage, and the total cost before anything is delivered.
The most ordered size in Alexandria is the 20 yard container, because it swallows a full floor of remodel debris and still parks on a standard driveway. Smaller and larger options are all available from providers covering Rapides.
Where do providers deliver in Alexandria?
Roll off service reaches every one of the 7 Alexandria ZIP codes. Providers typically dispatch from within Rapides, which keeps the mileage portion of your quote down.
Coverage in Alexandria spans 7 ZIP codes, including 71301, 71302, 71303, 71306. The nearest covered cities are Pineville at about 6 miles, Lafayette at about 77 miles, Lake Charles at about 84 miles, Monroe at about 88 miles.
Container options in Alexandria
10 yard dumpster in Alexandria
Bathroom remodels and small cleanouts.
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20 yard dumpster in Alexandria
Six to eight pickup loads in one haul.
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30 yard dumpster in Alexandria
Estate clearances and large additions.
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Roofing dumpster in Alexandria
Priced by the ton for asphalt shingles.
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Concrete dumpster in Alexandria
Driveway and patio demolition.
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Cleanout dumpster in Alexandria
Bulky light contents, volume priced.
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10YARD 10 yard roll off dumpster in Alexandria 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
$260 to $450 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 Alexandria 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
$290 to $500 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 Alexandria 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
$320 to $550 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 Alexandria 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
$380 to $650 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 Alexandria 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
$430 to $750 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 should you plan for in Alexandria?
Many Alexandria 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.
Think about the carry as well as the fit. Positioning the container 40 feet closer to the debris saves more labour than any difference in delivery fee, which is worth considering on a big Alexandria clearance.
If the driveway slopes, mention it. Containers are set level and a steep Alexandria drive sometimes means the street is the only workable position, which brings a permit into play.
Load heavy material first and spread it across the floor of the container. An unevenly loaded box is harder to winch onto the truck and occasionally cannot be collected at all.
If nobody will be home, mark the drop spot clearly and leave instructions. Most Alexandria deliveries happen without the customer present and go fine.
How much does a dumpster cost in Alexandria?
| Item | Best for | Alexandria range |
|---|---|---|
| 10 yard dumpster | Small remodel, single room cleanout | $260 to $450 |
| 15 yard dumpster | Kitchen remodel, garage clearout | $290 to $500 |
| 20 yard dumpster | Full floor remodel, roof tear off | $320 to $550 |
| 30 yard dumpster | Whole house cleanout, additions | $380 to $650 |
| 40 yard dumpster | Large volume, lighter debris | $430 to $750 |
Disposal costs around Rapides drive most of the variation you will see between Alexandria quotes. Providers close to a transfer station can often price under one driving across the metro.
What can go in your Alexandria 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
What a facility takes differs by market. Read your list to the provider when you book and they will flag anything that cannot go in.
Nearby Rapides County cities
- Pineville (6 mi)
- Lafayette (77 mi)
- Lake Charles (84 mi)
- Monroe (88 mi)
- New Iberia (96 mi)
- Baton Rouge (98 mi)
- Denham Springs (110 mi)
- Shreveport (112 mi)
Alexandria dumpster rental questions
How do I know what tonnage I actually used?
The truck is weighed loaded and empty at the disposal facility, and the weigh ticket is the basis for any overage charge. You can ask to see it.
Do I need to be home for the delivery?
Usually not, as long as the drop spot is clear and you have given clear instructions. Many Alexandria deliveries happen with nobody on site.
Can I put concrete in a regular dumpster?
No. Concrete, brick, dirt and asphalt need a dedicated heavy debris container, normally a 10 yard with low walls, and they must not be mixed with household junk.
What is the busiest time to book in Alexandria?
Spring through autumn, with the end of the month tightest almost everywhere. Roofing weather drives most of the seasonal swing in Rapides County.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Alexandria?
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.
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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