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Dumpster Rental in Durham, NC

Roll off containers from 10 to 40 yards across 16 Durham ZIP codes in Durham County. Call and a local provider confirms the size, the weight allowance and the exact price.

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How do I rent a dumpster in Durham, NC today?

Call 1-833-520-0680, give the Durham ZIP code and describe the debris. We connect you with an independent Durham provider who confirms whether a 10, 20, 30 or 40 yard container fits the job, what tonnage is included and the all in price. Delivery is often available same or next day, depending on the provider.

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Contractors working in Durham tend to book containers by the job rather than by the week. Tell the provider the scope and the schedule and they will set a rental period that matches, with a flat daily rate if the job runs long.

Where do providers deliver in Durham?

All 16 ZIP codes in Durham are covered, along with much of Durham. Delivery fees can rise as the distance from the provider yard grows, which is why the quote is given per address rather than per city.

Coverage in Durham spans 16 ZIP codes, including 27701, 27702, 27703, 27704. The nearest covered cities are Chapel Hill at about 11 miles, Cary at about 17 miles, Raleigh at about 21 miles, Apex at about 21 miles.

Container options in Durham

Pick your Durham container size

10YARD 10 yard roll off dumpster in Durham 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

$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
15YARD 15 yard roll off dumpster in Durham 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

$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
20YARD 20 yard roll off dumpster in Durham 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

$350 to $600 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 Durham 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

$420 to $725 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 Durham 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

$480 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

What should you plan for in Durham?

Placement is the detail that trips people up in Durham. Driveway drops are simple. Street drops mean a municipal right of way permit, a few days of lead time and sometimes a restriction on which hours the truck can work.

Clear the route, not just the spot. Cars, bins and bikes need to be out of the way for the whole delivery window rather than the appointment time, because a two hour window is normal in Durham.

If the property sits inside an HOA or a deed restricted Durham County subdivision, check the rules before you book rather than after. Many allow a container for a set number of days, and some require it to be screened from the street.

Separate as you go rather than at the end. Running a small heavy debris container during the demolition phase reliably costs less in Durham than one surcharged mixed load.

If nobody will be home, mark the drop spot clearly and leave instructions. Most Durham deliveries happen without the customer present and go fine.

How much does a dumpster cost in Durham?

Typical price ranges reported by providers. Your provider quotes the exact price, including any weight, mileage or permit fees, before booking.
Item Best for Durham range
10 yard dumpster Small remodel, single room cleanout $290 to $500
15 yard dumpster Kitchen remodel, garage clearout $320 to $550
20 yard dumpster Full floor remodel, roof tear off $350 to $600
30 yard dumpster Whole house cleanout, additions $420 to $725
40 yard dumpster Large volume, lighter debris $480 to $825

Expect Durham quotes to be all in, covering drop off, the rental window, collection and disposal up to a stated weight. Extra days are usually a flat daily rate, and extra tons are billed at the local disposal rate.

What can go in your Durham 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.

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Durham dumpster rental questions

How long can I keep the container?

Most Durham rentals include 7 to 10 days. Extra days are usually billed at a flat daily rate. Tell the provider up front if the job is likely to run long.

How full can I load the container?

Level with the top rail, no higher. Anything above the rail cannot be legally tarped for transport, and the driver will refuse the load or charge to level it.

What if my address is outside the Durham limits?

Providers covering Durham routinely run past the city line. Call with the address and we will confirm coverage and any mileage charge.

Can I share a container with a neighbour?

Nothing stops you, but the person who booked it owns the weight allowance. Shared containers are the most common reason a load unexpectedly goes over.

Do prices change during the year?

Availability changes more than price does. Spring through autumn is busy across most of Durham, and the end of the month is tight almost everywhere.

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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