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Dumpster Rental in Pasadena, CA

Pasadena has one of the oldest housing stocks in the county, from Craftsman bungalows in Bungalow Heaven to estates in San Rafael and Linda Vista, plus dense apartment and commercial blocks around Old Pasadena. City Dumpsters delivers across all of it, and the right size depends as much on landmark-district rules and driveway depth as on the project itself.

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Roll-off dumpster rental in Pasadena, CA

Dumpster Sizes Available in Pasadena

3 containers to choose from. Every rental includes delivery, pickup and disposal.

10 Yard Dumpster

$875.00

There is no weight limit for a 10 yard dumpster. This dumpster is mainly used only for Dirt, Concrete, Asphalt, Sand, Washout, or a mix of everything. Perfect for, Concrete Removal Projects, Dirt Excavation & Landscaping Work, Removing soil from garden or lawn leveling, Excavation from fence post installation, pool removal, or grading projects, Mixed Heavy Debris Jobs, Dirt mixed with small amounts of rock, gravel, or asphalt.

Dimensions: 14ft × 7.5ft × 3.5ft
Weight included: 10 tons included
Rental period: 7-day rental

Best for: Ideal for dirt, concrete, asphalt, sand, washout, or mixed debris. Perfect for projects like concrete removal, excavation, landscaping, lawn leveling, fence post installation, pool removal, grading, and handling mixed heavy debris of rock, gravel, or asphalt.

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20 Yard Dumpster

$650.00

A 20 yard dumpster is included with 2 Tons. Anything over 2 Tons is $175 extra per Ton. Perfect for Residential projects, ideal for larger renovations and medium-sized cleanups. Perfect for Home renovation Projects, House clean-outs, Construction & Demolition, Yard & Landscaping Projects and much, much more.

Dimensions: 18ft × 8ft × 4ft
Weight included: 2 tons included
Rental period: 7-day rental

Best for: A 20-yard dumpster includes 2 tons, with an additional $175 per ton over; ideal for residential renovations, cleanouts, construction, demolition, landscaping, and more.

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40 Yard Dumpster

$890.00

Extra large 40 yard dumpster is included with 4 Tons. Anything over 4 Tons is $175 extra per Ton. This is perfect for Larger-Scale Construction & Demolition, Commercial or Industrial Clean-outs, Estate or Hoarder Clean-outs, Landscaping & Land Clearing, Spring Cleaning and much, much more.

Dimensions: 21ft × 8ft × 7.5ft
Weight included: 4 tons included
Rental period: 7-day rental

Best for: Includes 4 tons, with $175 extra per ton over; perfect for large-scale construction, demolition, commercial cleanouts, estate or hoarder cleanouts, land clearing, and more.

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Dimensions are approximate and vary by manufacturer. Overage beyond the included weight is billed per ton. Compare all dumpster sizes or see dumpster rental prices.

Where we deliver near Pasadena

Pasadena sits inside our Greater Los Angeles service area. Everything shaded in orange is covered for delivery and pickup.

Dumpster Rental Across Pasadena

What to expect when you rent a roll-off container here — access, debris weight and permits.

Older homes mean heavier debris

Lath and plaster, clay tile, cast-iron plumbing and layered roofing all run heavy relative to their volume. On a pre-1940 remodel, size on the tonnage allowance rather than on how full the container will look — a 20 yard box often hits the weight limit before it reaches the fill line.

Street placement downtown

Blocks around Old Pasadena and the Playhouse District have metered parking, street sweeping and heavy foot traffic, so curb placement needs an encroachment permit and some planning. Apply a few business days ahead and clear roughly 60 feet at the drop point.

Estate lots and tree canopy

San Rafael, Linda Vista and Madison Heights have deep driveways that take a 40 yard container with no permit at all. The constraint there is overhead: mature oaks and sycamores often sit below the 23 to 25 feet of clearance the truck needs to raise its bed.

Street placement needs a permit

Placing the container on a street or sidewalk in Pasadena usually requires a permit from City of Pasadena Department of Public Works. A dumpster kept entirely on your own driveway normally does not.

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What You Can and Can't Put in the Dumpster

Heavy debris such as concrete, dirt and asphalt cannot be mixed with household trash or yard waste, because those loads are disposed of differently and weigh far more.

Household & yard debris

General junk and household trash
Carpet and flooring
Appliances and electronics
Furniture and mattresses
Fixtures and cabinetry
Yard waste and branches

Construction & heavy debris

Wood, lumber and framing
Drywall and plaster
Roofing shingles and tile
Concrete, brick and block
Dirt, sand and gravel
Asphalt

Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, tires, batteries and refrigerants are not accepted. See the full prohibited items list before you load.

Pasadena Dumpster Rental FAQs

Not if the container stays entirely on your driveway or lot. For the street, sidewalk or a parking lane you need an encroachment permit from the City of Pasadena Department of Public Works, applied for before the delivery date.

A 20 yard container covers a kitchen or bath in an older home, where weight rather than volume is the limit. Whole-house renovations and cleanouts usually need 40 yards, and concrete, tile or dirt should go in a dedicated heavy-debris container.

Placement itself follows the same permit rules citywide, but work in a landmark district can carry its own review requirements. Check with Pasadena Planning about the project scope before demolition starts.

How Dumpster Rental Works in Pasadena

1
Pick your size
Choose a 10, 20 or 40 yard container for your project. Not sure? Call us and we will size it from a quick description of the job.
2
Choose the spot
A driveway or private lot needs no street permit in most cities. No driveway? The container can go in the parking lane and we handle your permit.
3
Book online
Pick your delivery date and see the full price before you pay. You get a confirmation with your delivery window.
4
Clear the approach
Leave roughly 60 feet of straight space and 23 to 25 feet of vertical clearance. Move cars and watch for low branches so the driver is not blocked on arrival.
5
Load within the weight limit
Keep debris level with the sidewalls and stay under the included tonnage. Anything above the included weight is billed per ton.
6
Schedule pickup
Request pickup online or by phone when you are done. Need more time? Extend the rental for a flat daily rate.

Plan your Pasadena dumpster rental

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