Overdrive Dumpster RentalWhat size dumpster do I need for a garage cleanout in Los Angeles?
A two-car garage cleanout in Los Angeles fits a 15-yard ($750) or 20-yard ($795) dumpster from Overdrive Dumpster Rental, dropped off flat-rate across neighborhoods from Highland Park to San Pedro with every fee included upfront.
| Dumpster size | Flat price (all-in) | Fits roughly | Typical garage job |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-yard | $695 | ~4 pickup loads | Single-car garage, boxes and light junk |
| 15-yard | $750 | ~6 pickup loads | Two-car garage, furniture and shelving |
| 20-yard | $795 | ~8 pickup loads | Packed two-car garage with appliances |
| 30-yard | $895 | ~12 pickup loads | Full estate or hoarder-level cleanout |
| 40-yard | $995 | ~16 pickup loads | Multiple garages or combined house purge |
Garage cleanout dumpster sizes and flat all-in Los Angeles pricing
What size dumpster do I need for a garage cleanout in Los Angeles?
A single-car garage cleanout in Los Angeles fits a 10-yard dumpster, priced flat at $695. The 10-yard holds about 4 pickup-truck loads, which covers boxes, loose junk, and a couple of small furniture pieces. A standard two-car garage packed with shelving, old furniture, and years of storage needs a 15-yard ($750) or 20-yard ($795). The deciding factor is debris volume, not floor space: a garage that looks half-empty can still fill a 15-yard once the attic storage and workbench come down. For sorting where items might count as <a href="https://www.epa.gov/hw/household-hazardous-waste-hhw">household hazardous waste</a>, paint, solvents, and car batteries must come out before loading.
Garage cleanout debris volume decides the size, not the car count
A 10-yard dumpster measures roughly 12 feet long, 8 feet wide, and 3.5 feet tall and holds about 4 pickup loads. A 20-yard is the same footprint at about 4.5 feet tall and holds about 8 loads. If the garage holds a workbench, metal shelving units, a dead refrigerator, and 20-plus boxes, the 15-yard or 20-yard clears it in one haul. Underestimating size is the most common garage-cleanout mistake, because stacked storage compresses visually but expands fast once loaded loose. Weight also matters: mixed garage junk is light, but a floor stacked with concrete pavers or old tile shifts a job toward a heavier mix.
Overdrive flat-rate pricing covers delivery, pickup, and dump fees in one number
Overdrive Dumpster Rental charges one flat price per bin with no separate tonnage, fuel, or environmental surcharges. The 10-yard is $695, the 15-yard $750, the 20-yard $795, the 30-yard $895, and the 40-yard $995. The $695 minimum charge applies even to a half-full single-car garage, so renting the 10-yard and barely filling it costs the same as filling it. The crucial non-obvious point: the quoted price already includes the dump fee, so the number you hear is the number you pay. Confirm the exact price on-site before any drop-off. Text a photo of the garage to (626) 635-3192 for a size recommendation.
Garage cleanouts load fewer items than the law and dump rules allow
A dumpster rental is a bin the customer loads; it is not junk removal where a crew carries items out. Paint, motor oil, solvents, car batteries, and propane tanks cannot go in the bin and route through a <a href="https://dpw.lacounty.gov/epd/hhw/">Los Angeles County household hazardous waste" program</a> instead. Tires and refrigerant-containing appliances follow separate disposal rules under <a href="https://calrecycle.ca.gov/">CalRecycle</a> guidance. Electronics like old TVs and monitors count as e-waste and are handled through <a href="https://earth911.com/">Earth911</a> drop-off locations. General garage debris - furniture, cardboard, drywall scrap, scrap wood, and non-Freon appliances - loads straight in. Keeping the top level with the rim keeps the load legal and transportable; overfilled bins cannot be hauled on <a href="https://www.dot.ca.gov/">California roads</a>.
Scheduling and driveway placement in Los Angeles follow a short sequence
The drop-off process runs in four steps. First, the garage size and debris type are matched to a bin from 10 to 40 yards. Second, a delivery window is set, often same-day or next-day across most of Los Angeles. Third, the dumpster is placed on a driveway or an approved street spot. Fourth, after loading, one call schedules the pickup within the rental period. A 20-foot driveway holds any size through the 20-yard without blocking the garage door. Street placement in Los Angeles requires a city permit, and plywood under the wheels protects asphalt and decorative concrete in tight carports common in Silver Lake and Highland Park.
Los Angeles specifics
Garage sizes vary sharply across Los Angeles, which changes the size needed. Older single-car garages behind Craftsman homes in Highland Park, Eagle Rock, and Boyle Heights usually clear with a 10-yard ($695). Detached two-car garages in Mar Vista, Westchester, and Sherman Oaks more often need a 15-yard ($750) or 20-yard ($795). Larger San Fernando Valley lots in Van Nuys and Sunland-Tujunga with deep storage spaces or combined workshop space lean toward the 30-yard ($895). Placing a bin on the street rather than a private driveway requires a public right-of-way permit from the City of Los Angeles; check requirements through <a href="https://bss.lacity.org/">the Bureau of Street Services</a> before a street drop-off. Hillside streets in Silver Lake and parts of San Pedro have narrow access and parking restrictions, so a driveway placement avoids both the permit step and street-sweeping tickets. Overdrive Dumpster Rental maps tight-driveway and hillside access during scheduling so the truck fits the first time.
Related questions
How much does a dumpster rental cost in Los Angeles?
Flat all-in prices run from $695 for a 10-yard to $995 for a 40-yard, including delivery, pickup, and dump fees with no hidden tonnage or fuel charges.
What can't you put in a dumpster in Los Angeles?
Paint, motor oil, solvents, car batteries, propane tanks, tires, and Freon appliances are prohibited and route through Los Angeles County hazardous waste programs instead.
Do I need a permit for a dumpster in Los Angeles?
A driveway placement needs no permit; placing a bin on a public street requires a right-of-way permit from the City of Los Angeles.
Can I get a same-day dumpster delivery in Los Angeles?
Same-day or next-day delivery is often available across most Los Angeles neighborhoods depending on the time of the order and bin availability.
What size dumpster do I need for a bathroom remodel in Los Angeles?
A single-bathroom remodel usually fits a 10-yard dumpster ($695); larger remodels with tile and fixtures may need a 15-yard ($750).