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Featured · Permits Do you need a permit to put a dumpster on the street? On your own driveway, no. In the public right-of-way, almost always. How the permit works, what skipping it costs, and who pulls it. Aug 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Sizing What size dumpster do you need for a garage cleanout? Most single-car garages fit in a 10 or 15 yard. Two-car garages that have not been touched in a decade usually need the 20. Jul 30, 2026 · 4 min read Disposal What can't go in a dumpster? Tires, batteries, paint, fuel, and anything with freon are out everywhere. Mattresses and electronics depend on the yard. Jul 12, 2026 · 4 min read Weight limits How much weight fits in a 20 yard dumpster? Most 20 yard rentals include 2 tons. Household junk almost never reaches it; shingles, plaster, and wet debris do. Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

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