Dumpster Rental FAQs

You can rent a dumpster by contacting your local Prompt Dumpster Rentals team directly — visit your city's page (Glendale, Oxnard, Riverside, or Stockton) for local contact details. We'll need to know your location, project type, and preferred dumpster size to give you an accurate price and schedule delivery.

We accept all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), as well as checks and cash. Payment is due when we deliver your dumpster.

We recommend booking at least 2-3 business days in advance to ensure availability. During peak seasons (spring and summer), we recommend booking at least a week ahead if possible.

We currently serve Glendale, Oxnard, Riverside, and Stockton, CA, along with the surrounding communities in each area. Visit your city's page for local service details.

We accept most household and construction debris, including wood, drywall, roofing materials, furniture, and appliances (without Freon). Prohibited items include hazardous materials, tires, batteries, paint, and liquids. Please check with us if you're unsure about specific items.

Prohibited items include: hazardous materials, chemicals, paints, solvents, batteries, tires, medical waste, propane tanks, and fluorescent bulbs. If you're unsure about a specific item, please ask before placing it in the dumpster.

No, our dumpsters are heavy when loaded and cannot be moved by hand. It's important to select a placement location that will work for your entire rental period. If you need it moved, contact your local team and we'll arrange to have it relocated by truck.

Call us and we can arrange for an early pickup and may be able to deliver an additional dumpster if needed. Additional fees will apply for extra services.

In most cases, you need a permit if placing the dumpster on a public street or sidewalk. No permit is needed if placing on private property (driveway, yard, etc.). Permit requirements vary by city — we can advise you on local regulations wherever you're located.

Yes, each city handles street and sidewalk placement permits through its own Public Works Department, so requirements and fees can vary. Glendale (Los Angeles County), Oxnard (Ventura County), Riverside (Riverside County), and Stockton (San Joaquin County) each have their own permit process for public right-of-way placement. Placing a dumpster on your own driveway or yard typically doesn't require a permit in any of these cities. Our local team in each city can walk you through the specific requirements for your address.

Weight limits vary by dumpster size: 10-yard (2 tons), 20-yard (3 tons), 30-yard (4 tons), 40-yard (5 tons). If you exceed weight limits, additional fees will apply based on the amount over the limit.

Our standard rental price includes: delivery, pickup, disposal of waste (up to the weight limit), and rental for the standard duration (typically 7 days). Taxes, permits, and overweight fees are additional.

Our standard rental period is 7 days, but we offer flexible options. You can extend your rental period for an additional fee. Contact your local team for specific extension rates based on dumpster size.

Yes, rental extensions are available for an additional fee. Please contact us at least 24 hours before your scheduled pickup to arrange an extension.

Same-day delivery may be available depending on our schedule and your location within our Glendale, Oxnard, Riverside, or Stockton service areas. Contact your local team as early as possible in the day to check availability for same-day service.

Each dumpster size has a specified weight limit included in the rental price. If you exceed this limit, additional fees will apply based on the excess weight. Our drivers are trained to estimate weights, and we always inform customers before additional charges are applied.

Consider both the volume and weight of your debris. For small cleanouts, a 10-yard dumpster is often sufficient. Medium remodeling projects typically need 20-30 yard dumpsters, while major construction or demolition projects require 40-yard dumpsters. When in doubt, our team can recommend the best size — or visit our Dumpster Size Guide.