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Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Houston, TX: 10, 20 & 30 Yard Costs, Tonnage Fees & Permit Guide

In Houston, TX, a 7- to 10-day roll-off dumpster rental costs $320–$440 for a 10-yard bin, $390–$550 for a 20-yard bin, and $475–$660 for a 30-yard bin—essential for roofing shingles, contractor C&D waste, and cleanouts exceeding Houston’s 4-cubic-yard building-material cap at Neighborhood Depositories.

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Compare 10, 20 & 30 Yard Dumpster Quotes in Houston, TX

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10, 15, 20, 30 & 40 Yard Dumpster Rental Prices & Capacity Matrix in Houston, TX

Roll-off container pricing in Houston (Harris County) is bundled as a flat 7- to 10-day rental rate that includes delivery, pickup, and a preset weight allowance. Use the size and cost matrix below to match your project volume and avoid per-ton overage charges:

Dumpster Size	Dimensions (L × W × H)	Capacity (Pickup Loads)	Included Weight Limit	7–10 Day Flat Rate in Houston	Overage Fee ($/Ton)	Best Project Fit in Houston
10 Yard	12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H	3–4 pickup truck loads (~10 cu yd)	1–2 tons (2,000–4,000 lbs)	$320–$440	$60–$80/ton	Garage cleanouts, single bathroom remodel, flood/sheetrock tear-out, heavy brick/concrete loads
15 Yard	14' L × 8' W × 4.5' H	4.5–6 pickup truck loads (~15 cu yd)	2–2.5 tons (4,000–5,000 lbs)	$355–$490	$60–$80/ton	Townhome & bungalow driveways in The Heights, Montrose, Midtown, Rice Military & EaDo
20 Yard	22' L × 8' W × 4.5' H	6–8 pickup truck loads (~20 cu yd)	2–3 tons (4,000–6,000 lbs)	$390–$550	$60–$80/ton	#1 Houston residential size: kitchen remodel, 2,000–3,000 sq ft shingle roof replacement, multi-room cleanout
30 Yard	22' L × 8' W × 6' H	9–12 pickup truck loads (~30 cu yd)	3–4 tons (6,000–8,000 lbs)	$475–$660	$60–$80/ton	Whole-home estate cleanouts in Memorial, Meyerland, Clear Lake, Katy & Cypress; major additions
40 Yard	22' L × 8' W × 8' H	12–16 pickup truck loads (~40 cu yd)	4–5 tons (8,000–10,000 lbs)	$565–$775	$60–$80/ton	Commercial construction, industrial warehouse cleanouts, full demolition

Rates reflect 2026 local hauler quotes across Houston and Harris County and underlying municipal landfill tipping fees ^[2]. Heavy debris (concrete, brick, dirt, asphalt shingles) can exceed weight allowances before the bin looks full.

Harris County Landfill Tipping Fees & Per-Ton Overage Rules for Houston Dumpsters

Primary Disposal Facility: Harris County Regional Landfills & City of Houston 6 Neighborhood Depositories (6 Houston Depositories: 9003 N. Main (77022); 14400 Sommermeyer (77041); 5565 Kirkpatrick (77028); 2240 Central St (77017); 5100 Sunbeam (77033); 10785 SW Freeway (77074)) ^[2]

Official Landfill / Transfer Station Rate: Private regional landfills (WM Atascocita, Republic McCarty Rd, Whispering Pines, Blue Ridge) set commercial per-ton rates (~$45–$65/ton); Houston’s 6 Neighborhood Depositories are free for residents (up to 4 visits/month with matching TX ID + utility bill) ^[2]
Typical Private Roll-Off Overage Rate: $60 to $80 per ton above your container’s included weight limit
While City of Houston operates 6 free Neighborhood Depositories (Tue–Sat 9 a.m.–6 p.m.), they strictly prohibit commercial contractors, U-Hauls, box trucks, dump trailers, trailers over 16' long × 4' high, and any building material over 4 cubic yards (and ban roofing shingles, brick, and plaster entirely).
Curbside Heavy Trash collects Junk Waste only in EVEN-numbered months (Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec) up to 8 cubic yards and refuses all contractor construction debris and roofing shingles.
Therefore, any contractor remodel, shingle roof tear-off, or cleanout exceeding 4 cubic yards of building material in Houston requires a private roll-off dumpster or private junk hauling crew.

How Tonnage Overages Work: Houston roll-off quotes bundle 7–10 days and 2 to 4 tons of disposal weight. Because Gulf Coast humidity and storms can soak open containers—and plaster, tile, and shingles are dense—keep your dumpster tarped before rain to avoid $60–$80/ton scale overages.

Houston, TX Street Permit Rules, Right-of-Way Regulations & HOA Driveway Guidelines

Municipal Permit Authority: City of Houston Public Works ( Houston Permitting Center — Mobility / Street & Sidewalk Obstruction Permits) & Houston Fire Code (Combustible Waste Permit) ^[1]

Private Driveway Placement (No City Permit Needed): No City of Houston right-of-way permit is required for a temporary residential roll-off dumpster placed entirely on your private driveway for fewer than 60 days.
Public Street / Right-of-Way Permit Requirements: Placing a roll-off container in a public street, curb lane, or sidewalk right-of-way in Houston requires a Street/Sidewalk Obstruction (Mobility) Permit through the Houston Permitting Center (1002 Washington Ave). In addition, commercial dumpsters or roll-offs exceeding 50 cubic feet kept on premises over 60 days require a City of Houston Combustible Waste Storage Permit and must comply with Fire Code clearance from buildings.
Local HOA & Subdivision Restrictions in Houston: Although Houston has no municipal zoning code, deed-restricted neighborhoods (The Heights, River Oaks, Memorial, Kingwood, Clear Lake) and suburban MUD/HOA master-planned communities strictly enforce deed restrictions against street dumpsters and cap driveway containers at 7–14 days.
Driveway Protection & Delivery Clearance Tips: In gated townhome communities inside the 610 Loop (Montrose, Midtown, Rice Military) where shared driveways cannot accommodate a 22-foot roll-off bin, use a 15-yard container or book full-service junk hauling.

Items Prohibited in Houston Roll-Off Dumpsters (Where to Dispose of Them Instead)

Because every roll-off load in Houston is inspected at Harris County Regional Landfills & City of Houston 6 Neighborhood Depositories under state and municipal solid-waste rules ^[2], haulers strictly prohibit or surcharge the following items inside a mixed roll-off container:

Roofing Shingles, Brick, Dirt, Sod & Contractor Debris at Curb / Depositories: Strictly banned from both City of Houston bi-monthly Heavy Trash and all 6 Neighborhood Depositories. Must be disposed of via a private roll-off dumpster or private C&D hauler.
Household Hazardous Waste, Paint, Chemicals, Oils & Electronics (TVs): Banned from roll-off dumpsters and Neighborhood Depositories. Take residential HHW and TVs/electronics free to the Houston Environmental Service Centers: ESC South (11500 S. Post Oak Rd, open Tue/Wed/Fri/Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) or ESC North (5614 Neches St, open 2nd Thursday/month 9 a.m.–3 p.m.).
Refrigerators, Freezers & AC Units Without Certified Freon Tag: Banned from landfill roll-offs; Houston curbside Heavy Trash and Depositories only accept refrigerators if a certified technician's refrigerant recovery tag is attached.
Tires (Over 4 at Curb / Over 5 at Depository): Texas scrap tire manifest laws ban whole tires from mixed roll-off loads.

Have prohibited bulky items? Check our specialty disposal & in-home pickup guides: Appliance Removal · Carpet & Flooring Removal · Construction & Remodeling Debris Removal · Couch Removal · Hot Tub Removal · Mattress Removal · Piano & Organ Removal · Pool Table Removal · Refrigerator & Freezer Removal · Shed Demolition & Removal Removal · Trampoline Removal · Treadmill & Exercise Equipment Removal · TV & Electronics (E-Waste) Removal · Washer & Dryer Removal · Water Heater Removal · Mattress Disposal in Houston, TX

Roll-Off Dumpster Rental vs. Full-Service Junk Hauling in Houston, TX

Not sure whether to rent a driveway dumpster or hire a 2-person hauling crew in Houston? Compare total cost, labor, permits, and turnaround time side by side:

Comparison Factor	10–30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster in Houston	Full-Service Junk Hauling (LoadUp) in Houston	Best Choice
Ideal Project Volume	4 to 16+ pickup loads (roof shingle tear-off, flood drywall gut, kitchen/bath remodel, estate cleanout)	1 to 3 pickup loads (furniture, mattresses, untagged refrigerators, or odd-month junk when city only collects tree waste)	Dumpster for 4+ loads; LoadUp for 1–3 loads
Typical Total Cost in Houston, TX	$320–$550+ flat rate for 10–20 yd bin (plus $60–$80/ton overage above weight cap)	From $70–$85 for single items; upfront itemized pricing with no weight overage risk	Junk Hauling for small/medium loads
Even-Month Curbside Wait vs. Same-Day Service	Delivered in 24–48 hours for multi-day loading	Same-day/next-day pickup—no waiting up to 60 days for Houston’s even-month Junk Waste week	Full-Service Junk Hauling
Townhome Shared Driveways (Heights / Montrose / Midtown)	Cannot block shared townhome courts or sidewalks	Crew loads directly from your 2nd/3rd floor townhome in 30 minutes and departs	Full-Service Junk Hauling

Prices

What	Price	Source
10 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Houston, TX (7–10 days, 1–2 tons included)	$320–$440	[4]
20 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Houston, TX (7–10 days, 2–3 tons included)	$390–$550	[4]
30 Yard Roll-Off Dumpster Rental in Houston, TX (7–10 days, 3–4 tons included)	$475–$660	[4]
City of Houston Curbside Junk Waste Pickup (Even Months only, up to 8 cu yd, no C&D)	Free for eligible city residential customers	[1]
City of Houston 6 Neighborhood Depositories (up to 4 visits/mo, max 4 cu yd building material, no shingles)	Free (matching TX ID + utility bill)	[2]
LoadUp full-service in-home junk, mattress & appliance removal in Houston, TX	from $70–$85	[5]

Prices as published by the source on the access date; confirm before you go.

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FAQ

How much does a 20 yard dumpster rental cost in Houston, TX?

In Houston, TX, a 20 yard roll-off dumpster typically costs $390 to $550 for a 7- to 10-day rental period with 2 to 3 tons of weight included. Overweight tonnage is billed at $60 to $80 per extra ton.

Why won't Houston Heavy Trash or the Neighborhood Depository take my roofing shingles or contractor debris?

City of Houston Solid Waste Management collects Junk Waste only in even-numbered months (Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec) and strictly bans contractor debris, roofing shingles, dirt, and brick. Similarly, the 6 Neighborhood Depositories prohibit U-Hauls, box trucks, contractors, and any building material over 4 cubic yards (excluding shingles and brick). For roof tear-offs or larger remodels, you need a roll-off dumpster or private hauler.

Where do I take paint, chemicals, or old TVs in Houston?

Take household hazardous waste and electronics to the City of Houston Environmental Service Centers: ESC South at 11500 S. Post Oak Rd (open Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 8 a.m.–5 p.m.) or ESC North at 5614 Neches St (open 2nd Thursday of each month 9 a.m.–3 p.m.).

Get Instant 10, 20 & 30 Yard Dumpster Quotes in Houston

Only have 1–3 pickup loads or don't want a dumpster in your driveway?
Skip street permits, HOA rules, and heavy lifting—book a 2-person crew with upfront item-by-item pricing:
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Sources

City of Houston SWMD: Heavy Trash Collection (Even-Month Junk Waste & Odd-Month Tree Waste) (accessed 2026-10-24)
City of Houston SWMD: Residential Drop-Off Centers (6 Neighborhood Depositories) (accessed 2026-10-24)
City of Houston SWMD: Environmental Service Centers (11500 S. Post Oak Rd & 5614 Neches St) (accessed 2026-10-24)
Bark US: Local Roll-Off Dumpster Rental Quotes in Houston, TX (accessed 2026-10-24)
LoadUp: Upfront Junk Removal & Hauling Pricing (accessed 2026-10-24)

Last checked 2026-10-24.