Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
How Big Is a 10 Yard Dumpster?
10 yard dumpster measurements run roughly 12 feet long, 8 feet wide and just over 3 feet tall, though exact 10-yard dumpster dimensions vary slightly by manufacturer. That footprint fits a driveway, a small parking pad or a curb-side spot without eating your whole yard. For dimensions on the rest of the lineup, our dumpster sizes and dimensions page breaks down the 10, 20, 30 and 40 yard boxes side by side. Charlotte Porta Pros' trucks need about 60 feet of straight clearance behind the unit to set it down or pull it, so tell us up front if your driveway is tight or if there's a slope. If you're not sure a 10 yard box is the right call for your job, our roll-off dumpster rental page and our how many porta potties do I need style sizing logic on the dumpster side can help you land on the right yardage before delivery day.
Where Can I Place a 10 Yard Dumpster in Charlotte?
Most 10 yard rentals sit on private property, driveways and job sites where no permit is needed. If the dumpster has to sit in the public right-of-way, in the street or blocking a sidewalk, Charlotte requires a Right-of-Way Use Permit through the Charlotte Department of Transportation, and that request has to go through CDOT's online portal at least 48 hours before you need it. Charlotte's Code of Ordinances, Chapter 19, separately makes it unlawful to place an unnecessary temporary obstruction, like a dumpster left blocking pedestrian movement, in the right-of-way. Whether a driveway placement in Charlotte triggers that same permit is not something the city has published clearly, so we tell every customer to confirm placement with CDOT before delivery rather than guess. Our dumpster permit requirements page walks through what that portal application asks for, and our construction dumpster rental page covers job site placement specifically.
What Can and Cannot Go in a 10 Yard Dumpster?
General household junk, yard waste, wood, drywall and old furniture are all fair game in a standard 10 yard box. Paint, solvents, tires, batteries and anything flammable are not, and neither are appliances with refrigerant unless you've arranged that ahead of time. Overloading past the fill line or past the rated weight also isn't allowed; our dumpster weight limits page has the specifics, and what cannot go in a dumpster covers the full banned list. If your project involves any coating, herbicide or insecticide work near the dumpster, OSHA 1926.51(f)(1) requires washing facilities on site for workers handling those materials, which is where a handwashing station rental or portable sink rental earns its spot next to the box. Construction crews juggling a dumpster and a crew of workers also need to check toilet counts under OSHA 1926.51(c), which our OSHA portable toilet requirements page explains in plain terms.
Renovation jobs in Charlotte often need more than one rental type running at once. Pair the dumpster with a home renovation porta potty if crews are on site for more than a day, or bundle it with temporary fence rental if the property needs to stay secured overnight. For full remodels, our construction site services page shows how dumpsters, toilets and fencing usually get ordered together. Storage is another common pairing; a storage container rental keeps tools locked up while the dumpster handles debris. Check current dumpster rental cost figures before you commit to a size, and if your job runs near Matthews, Mint Hill or another nearby town, our service areas page confirms coverage and drive distance from Charlotte.
How much does a 10 yard dumpster cost per day in Charlotte?
Daily rates for a 10 yard dumpster in Charlotte run $51 to $112 depending on debris type and how fast you need delivery. Weekly rentals run higher, and monthly terms cost more still since the box sits longer. See our dumpster rental cost page for the full weekly and monthly breakdown.
How long can I keep a 10 yard dumpster?
Most customers keep a 10 yard dumpster for a weekend cleanout or a week-long remodel. Charlotte Porta Pros offers day, week and month terms, and we'll swap or extend the rental if your project runs long. Just call ahead so we can schedule the pickup truck.
Do I need a permit for a 10 yard dumpster in Charlotte?
Only if it sits in the public right-of-way. Driveway and private-lot placement usually needs nothing, but street or sidewalk placement requires a CDOT Right-of-Way Use Permit submitted at least 48 hours ahead. We recommend confirming with the city before delivery if there's any doubt.
Can I mix construction debris and household junk in the same dumpster?
Generally yes, a 10 yard box handles both, but banned items like paint, tires and batteries stay out regardless of the load mix. Check our what cannot go in a dumpster page before loading to avoid a rejected pickup or extra fees.
Will a 10 yard dumpster fit in my driveway?
Most residential driveways handle a 10 yard box fine, since it only measures about 12 feet by 8 feet. Charlotte Porta Pros' truck needs roughly 60 feet of clearance behind it to deliver and pull the unit, so a straight, unobstructed driveway works best.
What we rent
Four units cover almost every job
Typical Charlotte ranges, not a quote. Delivery is $50 to $150 and a weekly service visit $30 to $60. See the full cost breakdown.
Deluxe flushing
$200 to $350 a weekend
ADA accessible
$199 to $300 a weekend
Restroom trailer
Quoted by stall count
The rest of the yard
One mobilisation, not three
Roll off dumpsters10, 20, 30 and 40 yardTemporary fencingPanels 6 feet by 12 feetStorage containers20 foot and 40 footHandwashing stationsSinks and sanitiser standsSeptic and grease trapsPumping, cleaning, emergenciesSite power and lightLight towers, temporary poles
We deliver across Mecklenburg County and over the state line:
MatthewsMint HillMount HollyStallingsHuntersvilleHarrisburgIndian TrailFort Mill, SCCorneliusMonroeKannapolisRock Hill, SC
Full service area and drive times or request a quote with your address and dates.
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