| Size | Typical price (7 days) | Weight included | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | $395 – $690 | 1 ton | Garage cleanout, small bathroom remodel |
| 15 yard | $450 – $650 | 1.5 tons | Basement cleanout, flooring removal |
| 20 yard | $420 – $745 | 2 tons | Roof tear-off, kitchen remodel, estate cleanout |
| 30 yard | $595 – $795 | 3 tons | Home addition, large renovation |
| 40 yard | $695 – $895 | 4 tons | New construction, commercial cleanout |
The 15-yard range rests on a single broker, and verified local pricing exists only for the 20-yard — this page is labeled mixed for that reason. Ultimate quotes 7-day prices, ZTERS 10-day. Old Chicago housing stock is heavy: plaster-and-lath debris from two- and three-flats maxes out tonnage faster than drywall, and December–February freeze-thaw heaving means plywood under the container on gravel or grass. Your exact quote depends on debris type, how long you keep the bin, and how far the truck drives.
Weight overages. Go over the included tonnage and most haulers charge roughly $50–$100 per extra ton. Heavy debris (concrete, dirt, shingles) hits the limit fast — that's what the smaller 10-yard "heavy debris" bins exist for.
Extra days. The standard rental is 7 days. Extra days typically run $10–$25 per day, or a flat fee per week. Ask before you book, not after.
Debris type. Clean construction debris is cheapest. Mixed household junk is mid-range. Tires, mattresses, appliances with refrigerant, paint and anything hazardous cost extra or are refused outright.
Completely on private property: no city permit. Any placement in the public way — street, parkway, alley or sidewalk, even partially — needs a CDOT Construction Dumpster Permit (Municipal Code 10-28-799): Class A for containers 30 yards and under, Class B above that. Permits run 3 days (about $70–$100) or 30 days ($120), plus extra if you block parking meters. Unusually, responsibility sits primarily with the hauler, not you — providers file through the city's portal and must post a $5,000 letter of credit with CDOT; anyone filing directly needs a $1M insurance certificate naming the City of Chicago. Most clear within a few business days.
Book the size you're sure about, not the size you hope for — one 20-yard bin is cheaper than two 10-yard swaps. Keep the rental inside 7 days. Load heavy material evenly and don't fill past the rim; an overloaded bin gets refused and you pay a trip fee anyway. If your project is flexible, ask about weekday delivery pricing — some haulers discount off-peak drops.