| Size | Typical price (7 days) | Weight included | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 yard | $399 – $525 | 1 ton | Garage cleanout, small bathroom remodel |
| 15 yard | $400 – $580 | 1.5–2 tons | Basement cleanout, flooring removal |
| 20 yard | $490 – $680 | 2–3 tons | Roof tear-off, kitchen remodel, estate cleanout |
| 30 yard | $599 – $799 | 3 tons | Home addition, large renovation |
| 40 yard | $699 – $925 | 4 tons | New construction, commercial cleanout |
Local anchor: Blake Waste starts 15-yard at $400 (2 tons) and 20-yard at $490 (3 tons). Some published ranges (Prime Dumpster) are for 5-day rentals, slightly shorter than the 7-day standard used here. 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 or in a parking space you need a City of Raleigh Right-of-Way Occupancy Permit — the city literally lists “Use of Parking Spaces for Dumpsters” as an occupancy type. Expect a site plan, a parking application, insurance, and for construction work a $5,000 performance bond. Fees depend on occupancy type and duration; there is no single flat price. Note the suburbs (Cary, Apex, Durham…) each run their own rules.
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.