How Big Is a 10 Yard Dumpster?
The 10 yard dumpster sizes at the small end of what Portsmouth Porta Pros stocks, and it earns its keep on tight residential lots. At 12 feet by 8 feet on the ground, it slides into a driveway or a narrow side yard where a 20 or 30 yard box would not fit. Height stays under 4 feet, so tossing shingles or drywall over the wall does not require a ladder. Delivery still needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck for the roll-off to set down and pull the cable clean, same as any size in the dumpster sizes and dimensions lineup. If your Portsmouth lot backs onto an alley or a narrow street, mention it when you book. Compare footprints against a 20 yard dumpster rental or a 30 yard dumpster rental if you are not sure which one clears the gate.
What Can I Put in a 10 Yard Trash Dumpster?
Household junk, yard waste, old flooring and small remodel debris all work fine in a 10 yard roll off dumpster. What does not belong is anything on the what cannot go in a dumpster list, plus loads that push past the weight limit for this size, covered on dumpster weight limits. Mixed construction debris from a bathroom tear-out or a garage cleanout is the classic fit. Bigger renovation jobs in Portsmouth, especially ones generating concrete or roofing tear-off, usually outgrow a 10 yard box fast, and that is when a 40 yard dumpster rental or construction dumpster rental makes more sense. Placement in the public right of way in Portsmouth needs confirming with the city before drop-off, since permit rules vary by street and were not verified for this page; see dumpster permit requirements before delivery day.
How Much Does a 10 Yard Dumpster Cost in Portsmouth?
| duration | low | typical | high |
|---|---|---|---|
| day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
Day rentals suit a weekend cleanout; week and month rates apply once a project runs longer, and a full breakdown lives on the dumpster rental cost page. A separate delivery fee applies on top of the rental period, and that number sits in its own band depending on how far the truck has to travel from Portsmouth. Customers 15.8 miles away in Carrollton or 20.5 miles south in Chesapeake pay a bit more on delivery than someone inside city limits. For per-day math on other sizes, see porta potty rental per day for comparison on how daily versus weekly pricing scales across services.
Housekeeping matters on any job site running a roll-off. OSHA 1926.25 requires scrap and debris cleared from work areas, which is exactly the job a 10 yard dumpster is built for on a small renovation or demo crew.
How long can I keep a 10 yard dumpster?
Most Portsmouth customers keep one for a weekend or a single week, though month-long rentals work for slower remodel jobs. Rates run by the day, week or month, with weekly and monthly pricing built for longer stays. Confirm your timeline when booking through request a quote.
Do I need a permit for a 10 yard dumpster in Portsmouth?
Maybe, depending on where it sits. If the dumpster goes on a driveway or private lot, permits usually are not needed. If it sits on the street, check with the city first; placement rules were not verified for this page. See dumpster permit requirements.
What is the difference between a 10 yard and 20 yard dumpster?
A 10 yard box is smaller on the ground and holds less debris, built for cleanouts and single-room jobs. A 20 yard dumpster rental handles bigger remodels or roofing tear-offs where volume climbs fast. Match size to project scope before booking.
Can I put concrete or dirt in a 10 yard dumpster?
Heavy material like concrete, dirt or brick fills a 10 yard dumpster's weight limit long before it fills the space. Check dumpster weight limits before loading, since overage fees apply. A dedicated heavy-debris box may cost less overall.
Does Portsmouth Porta Pros deliver outside Portsmouth?
Yes. Portsmouth Porta Pros delivers to nearby towns including Carrollton, Smithfield and Chesapeake, with delivery pricing scaled to distance. Check service areas for coverage details or call ahead to confirm your address before booking.
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