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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across East Providence, Rhode Island, and the neighboring Bay communities in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Older housing stock in Rumford and Riverside, steady kitchen and bath work along Taunton Avenue, and construction along the waterfront keep containers moving here all year.
Your cost comes down to four things: the size you pick, how heavy the load is, how long you keep it, and what the state landfill charges to take it. Below you will find price ranges, the city street permit rules, what the container can hold, and where your load ends up.
Looking for a dependable waste management solution? Contact us today for a free quote! We're here to give you a straightforward and competitive estimate for all your dumpster rental needs. Find out how easy waste disposal can be with Prime Dumpster.
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Ready to get started? Scheduling your dumpster delivery is a breeze. Just tell us when and where you need it, and we’ll handle the rest. Prime Dumpster is all about quick and reliable service, getting the right dumpster to your site when you need it.
Done with your project or need your dumpster emptied? Just give us a call to arrange a fast and convenient pickup. We’re ready to quickly remove your waste and make your experience hassle-free. Count on Prime Dumpster for timely and efficient service.
The prices below reflect average ranges for a standard five-day rental period. Your account manager will confirm tonnage, overage rates, and other project specifics during your free, custom quote.
| Size | Average Price Range | Approximate Dimensions | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Yard Dumpster | $399–$499 | 12' L × 8' W × 3.5' H | Concrete, brick, and heavy debris; small cleanouts; single-room remodels |
| 15-Yard Dumpster | $449–$569 | 16' L × 7.5' W × 4–5' H | Garage cleanouts, kitchen and bathroom remodels, small roof tear-offs |
| 20-Yard Dumpster | $499–$649 | 22' L × 7.5' W × 4.5' H | Whole-home cleanouts, multi-room renovations, flooring removal, roofing |
| 30-Yard Dumpster | $599–$799 | 22' L × 8' W × 6' H | Major renovations, new residential construction, large commercial projects |
| 40-Yard Dumpster | $699–$899 | 22–24' L × 8' W × 8' H | Commercial demolition, industrial cleanouts, large-scale construction |
Four things move the number on an East Providence quote, and the first is simply how much room you need.
Size is the easy one. A container that is too small means a second haul, and a second haul costs more than stepping up one size at the start.
Weight is the one that surprises people. Plaster, tile, shingles and old concrete fill the weight allowance long before they fill the container, so a tight 10-yard load of hard material often beats a loose 20-yard load on price.
Where the load lands matters too. Rhode Island sends its waste to the state's own facility in Johnston, and the rate there is set by the state corporation that runs it, not by whoever hauls your container.
City rules can add a step. If your container has to sit on a public street, the Building Inspection Division issues the permit and both the police and fire departments sign off before it is granted. Your account manager will tell you early whether your spot needs one.
Perfect For:
Weight Limit: Up to 2 tons (4,000 lbs)
Bags of Trash: Approximately 50-70 large trash bags.
Truck Loads: Roughly 3 pickup truck loads.
*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.
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Perfect For:
Weight Limit: Up to 3 tons (6,000 lbs)
Bags of Trash: Approximately 80-100 large trash bags.
Truck Loads: Roughly 4.5 pickup truck loads.
*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.
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Perfect For:
Weight Limit: Up to 3 tons (6,000 lbs)
Bags of Trash: Approximately 110-130 large trash bags.
Truck Loads: Roughly 6 pickup truck loads.
*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.
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Perfect For:
Weight Limit: Up to 4 tons (8,000 lbs)
Bags of Trash: Approximately 170-190 large trash bags.
Truck Loads: Roughly 9 pickup truck loads.
*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.
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Perfect For:
Weight Limit: Up to 5 tons (10,000 lbs)
Bags of Trash: Approximately 230-250 large trash bags.
Truck Loads: Roughly 12 pickup truck loads.
*These are general estimates and can vary depending on the type of trash being disposed of and how tightly it’s packed.
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Picking a size is mostly about guessing volume and weight honestly. Prime Dumpster carries five sizes from 10 to 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster suits a single bathroom, a small deck tear-off, or any load of dense material. Brick, concrete and plaster belong here because they reach the weight cap fast.
The 15-Yard Dumpster is the step up most homeowners want for a garage cleanout, an old floor coming up, or a small roof job on a Riverside bungalow.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the workhorse for a full house cleanout or a remodel touching several rooms. It takes mixed debris without filling up on day two.
The 30-Yard Dumpster fits a gut renovation, an addition, or a new build. Choose it when framing scrap, drywall and packaging are all going in together.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest. It is built for commercial tear-outs, big demolition jobs, and industrial cleanouts that run for weeks.
Still weighing two sizes? Talk the job through with your account manager and they will steer you.
On private property, such as your own driveway or a fenced job site, no city permit is needed. The rules change the moment any part of the container sits in a street, a highway, or the public right of way.
For those spots the City requires a solid waste container permit from the Building Inspection Division, and the police and fire departments must approve it before it is issued. The rule covers any container of one cubic yard or more, so every roll-off size we carry is included.
The permit runs for 14 days and can be renewed in further 14-day stretches at no extra charge. The City also asks for a refundable security deposit, requires reflective markings on all four corners plus the front and rear ends, and expects the container to be taken away within 48 hours once it is full.
You can reach the Building Inspection Division at City Hall on Taunton Avenue, 401-435-7722, Monday through Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday until 6 p.m. and Friday until 1 p.m. Your account manager can walk you through the application and confirm who to speak with.
Most remodeling and cleanout debris is welcome. The limits come from Rhode Island law and from what the state facility will take at the gate.
Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, used oil and asbestos. Rhode Island also runs separate statewide routes for electronics, tires, car batteries and mattresses, which means those items have to travel on their own rather than buried in a mixed load.
Televisions, monitors and computers are the usual culprits. One set tucked under a pile of drywall can get a whole container turned away, so pull them out before loading starts.
The City's own crews will not take renovation debris at the curb either, which is exactly why a container makes sense. The City disposal guide says the property owner is responsible for getting construction, demolition and renovation material to the state facility.
If an item has you unsure, ask your account manager before it goes over the rail.
If the item you want to dispose of isn’t on this list, give us a call for more guidance or check out our guide of what you can throw in a dumpster.
*Approved items may vary by location. Always check your local laws and regulations to avoid any fines or additional fees.
Almost everything loaded in East Providence travels west to the Central Landfill at 65 Shun Pike, Johnston, RI 02919. The site is owned and run by the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation, the state's own public corporation, so you are dealing with a public facility rather than a private one.
The landfill entrances and hours are published by the corporation. Operating hours run Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. and Saturday from 6 a.m. to noon, and the main line is 401-942-1430. Roll-off trucks use the west entrance, where the landfill and the recycling facility sit.
Closer to home, the City's own yard on Commercial Way takes household recyclables, electronics, motor oil, scrap metal and flattened cardboard from residents. It is not set up for a container load of renovation debris, so it is a useful second stop rather than a destination for your rental.
Rates at the state facility are being updated, so your account manager will confirm current disposal charges and the exact destination when you book.
65 Shun Pike, Johnston, RI 02919
Owned and run by the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation. Open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 3:45 PM, and Saturday, 6:00 AM to noon.
Most East Providence rentals can be scheduled within one to two business days, with delivery arriving in a 24 to 48 hour window. Booking ahead buys you time for the street permit if you need one, and it usually buys you a better price.
A few habits make delivery go smoothly:
Keep the state facility's week in mind too. It closes at noon on Saturday and does not open Sunday, so a container filled late on a Saturday is normally hauled the following week.
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Prime Dumpster arranges delivery throughout East Providence and its neighborhoods, including Rumford, Riverside, Kent Heights and Watchemoket, along with the nearby Bay towns reached by the Washington Bridge and Wampanoag Trail. Whether your job is a two-family remodel off Pawtucket Avenue or a build near the waterfront, we schedule delivery, pickup and disposal around your crew.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We will match you to the right size, sort out the street permit question, and quote you honestly on the call.
Your Prime Dumpster account manager handles the details, from tonnage and overage rates to permit contacts and delivery timing, so you can focus on the work.
Expect $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard container on a five-day rental. What you load and what the state facility charges to take it both move the final figure. Your account manager confirms included tonnage and overage rates before the truck leaves.
Hauling it yourself means a gate charge every trip, fuel, and a weekend spent driving to Johnston and back. Once a job runs past two or three loads, one container nearly always costs less and finishes faster. Heavy demolition debris tips the math further in the container's favor.
Yes. A three-seat couch takes up roughly a fifth of a 10-yard container, leaving plenty of space for a mattress, shelving and boxes. With furniture you almost always run out of room before you run out of weight allowance.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, used oil and asbestos all stay out. So do televisions, monitors, computers, tires, car batteries and mattresses, because Rhode Island routes each of those separately. Leaving one in the load can get the whole container refused at the gate.
The 10-yard container starts lowest at $399 to $499. Cheapest on paper is not always cheapest in the end, though. A 10-yard filled with plaster and tile can pass its weight limit while half empty, so splitting heavy material into its own load often saves money.
Three days usually costs the same as five, because rentals are priced by the job rather than by the day. Weight drives your bill far more than the calendar does. Ask your account manager what tonnage is included and what each extra ton costs before delivery.
Wood, drywall, plaster, lath, roofing, flooring, cabinets, furniture, carpet and general cleanout material are all fine. Clean concrete, brick and asphalt are accepted as well, and they often cost less when kept in a load of their own. Check anything unusual with your account manager first.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | East Providence, Rhode Island 02914 |
| Phone: | 351-240-0400 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.com/ |
| Monday-Saturday | 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM |
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