Dumpster Weight Limits,
Overweight Charges & Other Fees
We offer two types of dumpsters: heavy material dumpsters for concrete, dirt, brick, and asphalt, and general debris dumpsters for materials like wood, metal, drywall, and tile. Each dumpster type and size has its own weight limits and potential overweight fees. Please review the details below to choose the right option for your project.
Heavy Material Dumpsters
This dumpster is specifically designed for heavy materials such as dirt, brick, concrete, and asphalt. Acceptable materials for this type of recycling dumpster are strictly regulated. Improper use may result in additional fees or full rejection of the load by the recycling facility. For complete details, please review the disposal guidelines and service agreement below.
No Weight Restrictions
Heavy material dumpsters (for concrete, dirt, brick, and asphalt) have no weight limits. However, if heavy materials are mixed with general debris, the load will follow the same weight limits as a general debris dumpster.
An exception applies when special recycling requirements are involved (for example, if a specific recycling facility must be used). Please see Fees & Additional Charges for more details.
Accepted Materials
This dumpster is strictly for heavy materials. Only the following are allowed:
- Clean concrete
- Clean dirt
- Clean bricks
- Clean asphalt
- Mixed or dirt and a small amount of grass
- Mixed heavy materials listed above incur an additional cost
Restricted Materials:
- No stucco
- No rebar or wires protruding more than 3 inches from concrete
- No garbage
- No oversized pieces (must be under 3 feet)
Prohibited Materials
Only concrete, dirt, brick, and asphalt are allowed in heavy material dumpsters. No other materials are permitted.
Dumpster Sizes and Weight Included for Heavy Material Dumpsters:
Applies only to dumpsters for heavy material. Dumpsters for general debris like concrete have weight limits.
| Dumpster Size | Exterior Dimensions | Tons Included |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Cubic Yards | 19' (L) x 5.7' (W) x 2.3' (H) | No limit Exception applies when special recycling (e.g., a specific recycling center is needed) is required. Refer to the additional fee section for details. |
| 10 Cubic Yards | 19' (L) x 5.7' (W) x 3.3' (H) | No limit Exception applies when special recycling (e.g., a specific recycling center is needed) is required. Refer to the additional fee section for details. |
Fees & Additional Charges (Heavy Material Dumpsters)
- Cleaning Fee: A $300 cleaning fee applies if any material other than concrete, dirt, brick, or asphalt is found in a heavy material dumpster.
- General Debris Reclassification: If garbage/general debris makes up more than 5% of the load, it will be classified as general debris. This includes 1 ton of disposal fees, with each additional ton charged at $150.
- Special Item Fees: Tires: $25 each, Sofas/Mattresses/Box Springs: $25 each. An additional cleaning fee applies.
- Appliances, Electronics & Special Item Disposal Fees: Appliances, electronics, and large items incur additional charges as required by recycling centers. Please see the disposal fee table below for details. An additional cleaning fee applies.
- Overweight Fees: Up to 5 tons included in rental price when weight receipts are required. In San Jose, excess weight is $95 per ton. Overweight fees vary by city.
- Special Recycling Requirements: Some projects may require special recycling (e.g., a Green Halo certificate for dirt). In such cases, additional fees may apply. Our listed price includes up to 5 tons for the 10-yard dumpster and 2.5 tons for the 5-yard dumpster. Any weight beyond this limit will be charged at $95 per ton in San Jose, CA (rates may vary by city). For reference, a 10-yard load of brick and concrete mix typically weighs 10-12 tons.
General Debris Dumpsters
This dumpster is designed for general debris, such as wood and drywall commonly generated at construction sites. Weight limits and acceptable materials are strictly regulated for this type of recycling dumpster. Improper use may result in additional charges or complete rejection of the load by the recycling facility. For full details, please review the disposal guidelines and service agreement below.
Weight Allowance by Size
Applies only to dumpsters for general debris. Dumpsters for heavy materials like concrete have no weight limits, except when a weight receipt is required for a specific recycling center per the client's request.
| Dumpster Size | Exterior Dimensions | Tons Included |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Cubic Yards | 19' (L) x 5.7' (W) x 2.3' (H) | 0.5 |
| 10 Cubic Yards | 19' (L) x 5.7' (W) x 3.3' (H) | 1.0 |
| 20 Cubic Yards | 16' (L) x 6.4' (W) x 5.2' (H) | 2.0 |
| 30 Cubic Yards | 22' (L) x 7.5' (W) x 6.3' (H) | 3.0 |
| 40 Cubic Yards | 22' (L) x 7.5' (W) x 8' (H) | 4.0 |
Accepted Materials
- Construction debris (wood, metal, stucco, tile, drywall, glass and etc.)
- Yard waste
- Office waste
- Metal items
- General non-hazardous waste
- Household furniture, appliances, and electronics (additional charges apply, see details below)
Restricted Materials:
- No rebar or wires protruding more than 3 inches from concrete
- No oversized pieces (must be under 3 feet)
- No heavy material like concrete, brick, dirt
- No overfilling the dumpster
* Excessive heavy materials can significantly increase the overall weight. We reserve the right to refuse pickup if the dumpster exceeds a safe weight limit.
Prohibited Materials
- Hazardous Waste: Paint, stains, varnish, pesticides, chemicals, asbestos, batteries, medical waste
- Flammable Materials: Gasoline, diesel, oil, propane tanks, aerosol cans, fireworks, explosives
- Special Items: Large tree stumps, asbestos, railroad ties
Overweight Charges by City
Applies only to dumpsters for general debris only. Dumpsters for heavy materials like concrete have no weight limits, except when a weight receipt is required for a specific recycling center per the client's request.
| Cities | Cost / Ton |
|---|---|
| San Jose, Campbell, Sunnyvale, Saratoga, Morgan Hill, San Martin, Gilroy, Santa Clara, Milpitas |
$150 |
| San Carlos, Emerald Hills, Belmont, Redwood Shores, Foster City, San Mateo, Burlingame, Hillsborough, Monte Sereno, Los Gatos, Portola Valley, Fremont, Mountain View, Los Altos, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton, Redwood City, Oakland, Alameda, Emeryville, Piedmont, Berkeley, Hayward, Union City, Castro Valley, Newark, San Lorenzo, San Leandro |
$150 |
| Millbrae, South San Francisco, Daly City, San Bruno, Burlingame | $165 |
| San Francisco, Livermore, Pacifica, Half Moon Bay, Colma, Brisbane, Albany, Richmond, El Cerrito, South SF, Daly City, Millbrae, San Bruno |
$175 |
| Pleasanton, San Ramon, Dublin, Blackhawk, Danville, Alamo, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Lafayette, Orinda, Concord, Martinez, Benicia, Clayton |
$200 |
Fees & Additional Charges
Electronics & Appliances Fees: Appliances, Electronics & Special Item Disposal Fees: Appliances, electronics, and large items incur additional charges as required by recycling centers. Please see the disposal fee table below for details.
- Special Item Fees: Tires: $25 each, Sofas/Mattresses/Box Springs: $25 each
- Special Recycling Request: For clients requesting delivery to a specific recycling center, a fixed trucking fee—based on distance—will be charged. All disposal fees at the recycling facility are the client's responsibility.
- Appliance & Electronics Disposal Fees: Appliances, electronics, and large items incur additional charges as required by recycling centers. Please see the disposal fee table below for details.
Volume Sizes
| Volume Sizes | San Jose | Other Cities |
|---|---|---|
|
APPLIANCES AND BIG ITEMS Mattress, Sofa, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, A/C Unit, Range, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Heater, Central forced heater, and other similar items |
$25 | $75 |
|
ELETRONICS TV, Computers, Computer Screen, Printer, Vacuum, and other similar items |
$25 | $100 |
Other Charges
- Same-Day Emergency Service: A $100 fee applies for same-day emergency pickup or delivery (excluding San Jose and Campbell)
- Dead-Run Fees: If our truck arrives but cannot complete a drop-off or pickup due to space or access issues, a $250 dead-run fee will be charged. For locations north of Millbrae or Oakland, the fee is $350.
Drop-off, Pickup & Rental Terms
- Drop-off: Clients must secure space for the dumpster, including any required permits
- Pickup: Once confirmed ready, pickup occurs within 1-3 days
- Rental Period: Includes up to 7 days. Additional days are $45 per extra day
- Surface Protection: The client is responsible for protecting the ground or driveway where the dumpster will be placed.
- Same-day delivery depends on availability at the time of request.
Cancellation Policy
- 24-hour advance notice is required for cancellations.
- $100 fee for cancellations within 24 hours of delivery.
Contact Us
Questions about this pricing policy? Contact us:
Office phone number: (408) 495-3006 (7:00AM - 5:00 PM)
Instant message: (408) 413-0096