St. Louis Dumpster Rental

City or county? Start with your address in St. Louis

People say "St. Louis" for a huge area, but the City of St. Louis is its own jurisdiction, separate from St. Louis County. A house in Tower Grove South follows city rules. A house a few miles west in Maplewood, Webster Groves or University City follows that municipality's rules, and unincorporated areas like Affton or Oakville follow county rules.

Because placement and permit requirements vary across these lines, tell us the exact address when you call. We match you with an independent hauler that serves your area. Haul & Hygiene coordinates the rental but does not run trucks itself. New to this? Read how dumpster rental works.

Picking a size for brick-city projects in St. Louis

St. Louis debris is often heavier than people expect. Plaster walls, brick from chimneys and party walls, old hardwood, cast-iron tubs and radiators all add weight quickly. For that kind of rehab, a 10- or 15-yard container keeps a dense load within the hauler's weight allowance.

A 20-yard container fits most kitchen remodels, roof tear-offs and basement cleanouts, and a 30-yard works for clearing out an entire two-family flat or a large estate. Bigger 40-yard containers are typical on commercial and multiunit jobs. Sizes vary by provider, so check the dumpster sizes page and our weight limits guide.

• Gut rehabs of brick flats and rowhouses
• Plaster and lath removal
• Slate or shingle roof replacements
• Basement cleanouts in older homes
• Storefront and mixed-use renovations

Alley, street and driveway placement in St. Louis

In much of the city, the alley is the most practical spot for a container. It keeps the street clear and puts the box close to the back of the house, where most debris comes out. But alleys can be narrow, and the truck needs room to back in, lower the container and pull away without hitting garages, fences, utility poles or the large alley trash bins the city uses.

Where there is a driveway, as in many county suburbs, it is usually the simplest choice. Protect concrete or asphalt with boards under the rails and check for overhead wires. Our driveway preparation guide covers what to clear before delivery.

Permit basics in St. Louis

A container on private property, such as a driveway or a side lot you own, typically does not need a permit. A container in a city alley, on a street or on a sidewalk generally does need right-of-way approval from the City of St. Louis, and the permit may require visibility markings.

In St. Louis County, each municipality sets its own rules, and some are stricter than the city about how long a container can stay or where it can sit. Historic districts and HOAs can add their own conditions. Confirm with the right local office and your HOA before delivery, and see our dumpster permit guide.

Materials to keep out in St. Louis

Old St. Louis buildings can contain lead paint and asbestos, which may show up in plaster, floor tile, pipe insulation and roofing. Those materials need testing and proper abatement rather than a standard roll-off. Hazardous liquids such as paint, solvents and fuels also stay out.

Missouri restricts yard waste, whole tires, lead-acid batteries and major appliances from landfills, so plan separate disposal for those items. Ask your provider about any metal or concrete recycling options. Our list of what you cannot put in a dumpster covers common exclusions.

• Asbestos-containing materials
• Lead paint chips and abatement debris
• Tires, batteries and refrigerant appliances
• Yard waste in general debris loads

What shapes a St. Louis quote

Rates come from the individual provider, so we do not publish prices. The biggest factors for a St. Louis rental are container size, the included weight and overage terms, the material type, rental length and how far the provider travels.

Heavy rehab debris can trigger overage charges, so estimate weight honestly. Right-of-way permits, if required, are usually your responsibility. Tight alleys that need a smaller truck can also affect your options. Our dumpster pricing factors page explains what to compare.

Scheduling, rental windows and swaps in St. Louis

Most providers include a standard rental period, often around a week, and can extend it. A gut rehab may need several swaps as each stage generates debris, while a roof replacement usually needs only a few days.

If your container is in the alley or on the street, plan pickups to fit permit dates. Spring and summer are the busiest rehab seasons, so reserve early. See how long you can rent a dumpster and our home renovation dumpster page.

Neighborhoods and nearby communities served in St. Louis

Providers in our network work across city neighborhoods including Soulard, Lafayette Square, Benton Park, Tower Grove, The Hill, Dogtown, the Central West End and south city. Many also serve St. Louis County communities such as Clayton, University City, Maplewood, Webster Groves, Kirkwood, Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Florissant and Affton, and St. Charles across the Missouri River.

For projects on the Illinois side of the metro, availability depends on the provider. Browse estate cleanout dumpsters or demolition dumpsters, then call with your ZIP code and dates.