A 10 yard dumpster measures about 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and 3.5 feet tall, and it holds roughly 10 cubic yards of debris, enough for a bathroom gut job or a garage cleanout. Durham Porta Pros prices a 10 yard roll off dumpster from 51 dollars a day, with weekly and monthly terms available.
Picture a load bed about the size of three pickup truck beds stacked together. That is a 10 yard trash dumpster. The measurements run close to 12 by 8 by 3.5 feet, which makes it the smallest box Durham Porta Pros rolls out, and the easiest to tuck into a driveway or a tight Durham lot. If your project throws off drywall, old flooring, a few pieces of furniture and some yard debris, this size usually covers it without you paying for empty space. Bigger jobs move up to a 20 yard dumpster rental or a 30 yard dumpster rental. If you are not sure which size fits your cleanout, the dumpster sizes and dimensions guide walks through all four, and delivery needs about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the truck to set the container down safely.
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| Week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| Month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
Most homeowners in Durham rent by the day or the week for a weekend cleanout, while contractors on a longer renovation lean toward the monthly rate. A separate delivery fee applies on top of the rental, and that runs from about 100 to 500 dollars for a day-based delivery depending on distance and access. Check full detail on the dumpster rental cost page before you book, and compare against a 10 yard dumpster rental versus a 40 yard dumpster rental if your load list is still growing. Weight matters too. Heavy debris like shingles or concrete can push you past the included tonnage fast, so it helps to read dumpster weight limits before the truck shows up.
Placement in the public right of way, meaning the street or curb, needs confirming with the City of Durham before delivery. If the dumpster sits entirely on your own driveway or yard, that is usually a different situation than one that blocks a sidewalk or sits in the street. Rules vary by exact location and property type, and this is not something to guess on. Durham Porta Pros can help sort out where the container legally goes, but the dumpster permit requirements page is the place to check specifics before you commit to a delivery date. Getting this wrong can mean a fine or a forced move mid-project, which costs more than the rental itself.
Paints, solvents, tires, batteries, and most chemical containers are off limits in a standard roll off, along with certain electronics depending on load. Full detail on banned items lives on what cannot go in a dumpster. Mixing in banned material can void your rental agreement, so sort before the truck arrives.
Day, week and month terms are all available, and the price table above shows how each tier scales. Most Durham cleanouts wrap in a weekend, but renovation jobs often keep the container two to four weeks. Longer rentals never cost less per day than short ones, so match the term to your actual timeline.
It depends on scope. Cabinets, countertops and flooring from one kitchen often fit, but a full gut with drywall and appliances usually needs a 20 yard dumpster rental instead. Talk through your demo list with Durham Porta Pros before booking.
Yes. Delivery reaches nearby towns including Gorman, about 8.3 miles northeast, and Chapel Hill, about 9.6 miles southwest. Check service areas for the full coverage list and any distance-based delivery adjustment.
Absolutely, and it is one of the most common uses for this size. Pair it with a home renovation porta potty if crews are on site for more than a day or two, since OSHA 1926.51(c) sets toilet requirements for job sites with workers present.
Most active sites pair a dumpster with a portable toilet, temporary fencing, and sometimes a storage container for tools. See construction site services for the full lineup, or start with a request a quote covering everything at once.
Yes. Durham Porta Pros delivers 10 yard dumpster rental across Durham and the surrounding metro, with same-day and next-day drop-off available on most orders.
Pricing depends on the unit and how long you need it. See our cost breakdown and request a free quote for an exact figure.
Standard rentals include scheduled service — a pump-out, a clean, a restock and fresh deodorizer. Busy or hot-weather sites can be serviced more often.
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