| Size | Typical price (7 days) | Weight included | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | $300 – $499 | 1–2 tons | Garage cleanout, small bathroom remodel |
| 15 yard | $340 – $569 | 1.5–2.5 tons | Basement cleanout, flooring removal |
| 20 yard | $390 – $649 | 2–3 tons | Roof tear-off, kitchen remodel, estate cleanout |
| 30 yard | $450 – $799 | 4–6 tons | Home addition, large renovation |
| 40 yard | $525 – $899 | 6–8 tons | New construction, commercial cleanout |
Ranges blend flat-rate locals (Alpha Team KC: 15 yd $365, 20 yd $395, 30 yd $475, all-in) with per-ton operators (overage $45–$125/ton). KC also routes heavy debris into specialty containers — a 5-yard concrete-only box runs about $475 flat. Note: a 30-yard bin needs 60–65 ft of straight clearance, which rules out tighter older neighborhoods. 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.
Driveway or private property: no city permit (HOA rules can still apply). On a street, sidewalk or alley you need a Dumpster Permit from Kansas City Public Works, applied for through the CompassKC portal — typically $25–$75 and 1–3 business days. Blocking a lane or sidewalk may also need a traffic control permit. The customer, not the hauler, is responsible for getting and displaying it.
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.