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At Prime Dumpster, we provide roll-off dumpster rentals across Portage, Michigan, and the Kalamazoo County communities around it in sizes from 10 to 40 yards. Portage has a deep stock of 1960s and 1970s homes now being updated, steady medical and office construction along Westnedge and Centre Avenue, and industrial work near the airport, and none of that debris is something the city's curbside service will take.
Your price depends on the size you pick, how heavy the load is, how long the container stays, and the disposal fees at the landfill that receives it. Below you will find our price ranges, the approval you need before anything sits in a Portage street, what the city will not collect, and where your debris actually ends up.
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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 set a Portage quote, and the last one is easy to miss.
Size comes first. Moving up one size usually costs less than paying overage charges or ordering a second container partway through the job.
Weight is second. Asphalt shingles, plaster, tile and concrete all climb the scale fast. A single-layer tear-off on an average Portage ranch can fill the weight allowance on a small container by itself.
Haul distance is third, and it is a real factor here. Kalamazoo County has no public landfill, so a construction load leaves the county entirely, usually east toward Calhoun County or south toward St. Joseph County. That drive is part of every quote in this market.
Fourth, the city's own trash service cannot help. Portage moved to a single contracted hauler for residential carts, and that service does not take construction waste at all. The container is not an upgrade on curbside collection here; it is the only route.
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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Pick for volume first, then check the weight. Prime Dumpster carries five sizes, 10 through 40 yards.
The 10-Yard Dumpster is our smallest. It suits a bathroom remodel, a small basement cleanout, or a load of old concrete from a patio or walk, where weight runs out before space does.
The 15-Yard Dumpster covers a garage cleanout, a flooring job, or a single-layer roof on a smaller house.
The 20-Yard Dumpster is the size most Portage homeowners end up with. A full house cleanout, a kitchen and bath together, or a typical re-roof all fit without taking over the driveway.
The 30-Yard Dumpster handles a gut renovation, an addition, a new build, or a commercial tenant improvement.
The 40-Yard Dumpster is our largest and is built for demolition and industrial work with plenty of room on site.
Walk your account manager through the job and they will tell you which size to price.
On private property, your driveway or a job site, Portage publishes no permit for a container, and that is how most rentals here are set up.
The street is a different matter, and the city code is specific about it. No one may place material or items, and the code names building and construction materials and equipment directly, on a sidewalk, street or alley without written approval from the Director of Community Development. Two conditions come with that approval. It is granted only for the minimum number of days the director thinks necessary, and the obstruction has to be barricaded the way the director prescribes.
Behind that sits a broader rule: nothing may be placed in a public right-of-way except as the city's street rules allow, and the city can order an encroachment removed within ten days.
The practical read is simple. Plan for a spot on your own property if you can, and if you cannot, start the conversation with the city well before your delivery date, because the approval is meant to be short. Call the City of Portage at 269-329-4400 or stop by 7900 South Westnedge Avenue. City Hall is open Monday through Thursday until 5:30 p.m. and Friday morning. Your account manager can help you reach the right office.
Normal house and jobsite debris is welcome. The limits come from what the city will not collect and what the receiving facility will not take.
Start with the city. Portage's contracted cart service does not accept construction waste, auto parts, tires, household hazardous waste such as paint, oil and cleaners, or medical and electronic waste. Free bulk pickup exists but is limited to one item a week, which does not cover a remodel.
Hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, used oil, batteries and asbestos stay out of any container. Those belong at the Kalamazoo County Household Hazardous Waste Center, which is free to Kalamazoo County residents outside Climax Township and takes oil-based paint, pesticides, batteries and electronics including laptops and televisions.
Tires and appliances need their own arrangement as well, so mention them when you book rather than after the container is loaded.
One item deserves extra care in Portage. Many homes here date from the 1950s through the 1970s, so have older flooring, siding and pipe insulation checked for asbestos before demolition starts. If you are unsure about a material, ask your account manager before it goes in the container.
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.
Kalamazoo County has no public landfill, so construction debris from Portage leaves the county. Michigan's state report on where landfilled waste comes from shows that the construction and demolition tonnage from Kalamazoo County goes mainly to privately run landfills in Calhoun County to the east and St. Joseph County to the south, with smaller amounts reaching Ionia and Kent counties. Those operators set their own rates, and that is the fee built into your quote.
The county's own facility is the Kalamazoo County Household Hazardous Waste Center at 1301 Lamont Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49048, on the northwest corner of the county fairgrounds. It is open Tuesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday from noon to 6 p.m., and the second Saturday of most months from 8 a.m. to noon. Its line is 269-383-8742. It is the right place for the chemicals and electronics that cannot ride along in a container, and it is free for Portage residents, but it does not take construction debris.
One more thing worth knowing before you plan a self-haul. The township transfer station east of Kalamazoo is open only to that township's residents, and it refuses building materials in quantity along with rock, sand, concrete, asphalt and brick.
Your account manager will confirm which facility is receiving your container and what its fees mean for your total before delivery.
1301 Lamont Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Open Tuesday and Friday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday noon to 6 p.m., and the second Saturday of most months.
Most Portage rentals can be scheduled within one to two business days, with the truck arriving inside a 24 to 48 hour window. Booking a few days out is worth it here, because the haul is long and the morning routes fill early. It can also save you money.
Here is how to keep delivery simple:
Southwest Michigan winters are worth planning around too. Lake-effect snow and frozen ground change what a truck can reach, and a frozen, loaded container is harder to move, so build some slack into a January or February schedule.
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Prime Dumpster arranges delivery across Portage and the surrounding Kalamazoo County communities, including the neighborhoods around Portage Central and Portage Northern, Austin Lake, Sugarloaf Lake, Woodbridge Hills, Lakeview and the Oakland Drive corridor, plus Texas Township, Oshtemo, Vicksburg, Schoolcraft and Comstock. From a one-bath remodel to a full commercial clear near the airport, we coordinate delivery, pickup and disposal around your schedule.
Tell us about your project and your zip code. We will match the container to the debris, flag the street rule if you need it, and give you a clear price 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.
Portage rentals run $399 to $499 for a 10-yard container and up to $699 to $899 for a 40-yard, on a five-day rental. Debris weight and the out-of-county haul are the two things that move the final number most. Your account manager confirms the included tonnage and the overage rate when you book.
Renting wins in Portage by a wide margin. There is no public landfill in Kalamazoo County, so self-hauling means driving to a private site in another county, paying at the gate on every trip, and burning most of a day. One container covers the whole job in a single haul.
Yes. A three-seat couch takes about a fifth of a 10-yard container, which still leaves space for a bed frame, a dresser and a stack of cartons. Furniture fills volume rather than weight, so you will run out of room long before the tonnage limit.
Keep out hazardous waste, liquids, paint, solvents, fuel, used oil, batteries, tires and asbestos. Asbestos is a real concern in Portage homes built before the 1980s, so test before you demolish. Electronics and appliances also need separate handling, so flag them before delivery.
The 10-yard container starts lowest, at $399 to $499, and it is the right pick for concrete or brick. Weight still decides the final bill. Heavy material can pass the included tonnage while the container looks half full, so ask your account manager whether splitting the load saves you money.
Three days usually costs the same as five, because the price is built around the job rather than the day count. Tonnage matters far more than the calendar. Ask your account manager what weight is included and what each extra ton costs before your container arrives.
Most home and construction debris is allowed: lumber, drywall, shingles, siding, flooring, cabinets, doors, windows, decking, furniture, carpet and general cleanout junk. Clean concrete, brick and block are accepted too, and a separate clean load often costs less. When an item is borderline, ask your account manager first.
| Business Name: | Prime Dumpster |
| Address: | Portage, Michigan 49024 |
| Phone: | 269-380-4380 |
| Website: | https://primedumpster.com/ |
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