| Size | Typical price (7 days) | Weight included | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | $340 – $610 | 1–2 tons | Garage cleanout, small bathroom remodel |
| 15 yard | $370 – $520 | Varies by hauler | Basement cleanout, flooring removal |
| 20 yard | $360 – $660 | 2–4 tons | Roof tear-off, kitchen remodel, estate cleanout |
| 30 yard | $440 – $695 | Varies by hauler | Home addition, large renovation |
| 40 yard | $510 – $785 | 5–8 tons (broker catalog) | New construction, commercial cleanout |
Bases vary in Phoenix, so compare windows, not just prices: Discount Dumpster quotes 14-day rentals, ZTERS 10-day, Devil Dog Services 7-day (overage $75/ton, extra days $35/day). The 15-yard range rests on a single source. Demand spikes during monsoon season (July–September), when haulers advise booking 3–4 days ahead. 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 permit. On a street, sidewalk or alley you need a Right-of-Way Use Permit from the City of Phoenix Street Transportation Department — about $40 per week, applied for at least 48 hours ahead (a week ahead is safer). Approved placements need reflective markings or barricades and can't block hydrants, driveways or ramps. Every other Valley city (Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Glendale…) runs its own permit program, and master-planned HOAs often add their own placement rules and 7–14 day caps on top.
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.