Standard porta potty
$125 to $250 a weekend
How Big Is a 20 Yard Dumpster?
Think two car garages worth of junk. That's the rough visual for a 20 yard dumpster, and it sits between the smaller 10 yard dumpster rental and the bulkier 30 yard dumpster rental on our dumpster sizes and dimensions chart. Dumpster dimensions 20 yard break down to 22 feet long and 8 feet wide, so it fits most driveways in Charlotte without eating the whole yard. Height runs about 4.5 feet, low enough to toss lumber and drywall over the side without a ladder. These 20 yard dumpster measurements hold steady across most standard units, though a dumpster sizes 20 yard comparison against other yardages is worth a look before you commit. Delivery trucks need roughly 60 feet of straight clearance behind the drop point, so a long driveway or an open street frontage matters more than square footage. If your space is tight, check our roll-off dumpster rental page for placement options before you book. Weight matters too, since a full load of shingles or concrete debris packs differently than furniture and cardboard, and our dumpster weight limits page breaks down what pushes a load into overage charges.
What Does a 20 Yard Dumpster Cost in Charlotte?
Pricing depends on how long you keep it and what's going in it. Here's where a 20 yard container typically lands:
| Duration | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day | $51 | $75 | $112 |
| Week | $426 | $600 | $778 |
| Weekend | $390 | $440 | $497 |
| Month | $91 | $108 | $500 |
Delivery is usually billed separately, and most delivery fees fall between $100 and $500 depending on distance and access. For a full cost breakdown by size and duration, see dumpster rental cost. If you're comparing sizes for a specific project, our construction dumpster rental guide walks through which yardage fits which job.
Do I Need a Permit for a Dumpster in Charlotte?
Probably, if it sits in the street or on a sidewalk. Charlotte's Department of Transportation (CDOT) requires a Right-of-Way Use Permit for construction dumpsters placed in the public right-of-way, and CDOT's own permit brochure names dumpsters specifically alongside moving vans and trucks. Requests go through an online portal and need at least 48 hours' notice for a standard lane or sidewalk closure; a full street closure needs 10 working days. Chapter 19 of the Charlotte Code of Ordinances makes it unlawful to obstruct the public right-of-way with an unnecessary temporary object, though the exact section covering dumpsters specifically isn't published, so we'd confirm placement details with the city before drop-off. If your dumpster stays entirely on your own driveway or lot, this usually doesn't apply, but check with CDOT if you're unsure. Our dumpster permit requirements page covers the process, and what cannot go in a dumpster is worth a read before you fill it, since certain materials void the rental outright.
Charlotte households often pair a dumpster with other short-term rentals during a renovation. If you're gutting a bathroom or kitchen, a home renovation porta potty keeps crews from tracking through the house. Larger jobs sometimes need a temporary fence rental around the drop zone, and if the property doesn't have running water, a handwashing station rental fills the gap. For multi-week projects, a storage container rental can hold tools and materials while the dumpster handles debris.
We deliver into Charlotte and the towns around it, including Matthews about 12.2 miles southeast and Huntersville roughly 15.7 miles north. See service areas for the full list, or check porta potty rental in Charlotte if you need both services on one job.
How long can I keep a 20 yard dumpster?
Most renters keep it a week, but day and month options exist too. Check the monthly porta potty rental page if you're bundling restroom rental on the same long-term job site; dumpster terms follow a similar day, week or month structure.
What can't go in a 20 yard dumpster?
Tires, batteries, paint, chemicals and certain electronics are typically excluded. Full details live on what cannot go in a dumpster. Loading banned material can mean extra fees or a refused pickup, so it's worth checking first.
How much weight can a 20 yard dumpster hold?
It depends on material type; shingles and concrete weigh far more per cubic yard than household junk. See dumpster weight limits for specifics before you load heavy debris.
Do I need a permit if the dumpster stays in my driveway?
Usually not. CDOT's Right-of-Way Use Permit applies to placement in the public right-of-way, not private property. Confirm specifics on dumpster permit requirements if your driveway borders the street.
Can I get a dumpster delivered the same day?
Sometimes, depending on route and availability that day. Call ahead, and check emergency porta potty rental if you need combined rush service for a job site.
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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