Dumpster Rental in Walnut Creek · 20 Yard

20 Yard Dumpster Rental in Walnut Creek, CA

From $749 for a 7-day rental with 2 tons of disposal included. The most-booked size in California — big enough for a full kitchen remodel or roof tear-off, small enough for a residential driveway.

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20 yard dumpster specs

About two parking spaces end to end — it still fits most standard driveways, with the box sitting roughly as long as two sedans.

20-yard roll-off dumpster rental in Walnut Creek, CA — dimensions 22' L × 8' W × 4.5' H
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Dimensions
22' L × 8' W × 4.5' H
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Capacity
about 6–8 full-size pickup truck loads
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Weight included
2 tons
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Price in Walnut Creek
From $749 / 7 days

Ideal for

  • check_circleKitchen remodels
  • check_circleRoof tear-offs
  • check_circleWhole-garage and basement cleanouts
  • check_circleFlooring replacement across a whole home
  • check_circleDeck and fence demolition
  • check_circleMove-out and rental-turnover cleanouts

When to pick a different box

  • swap_horizConcrete, dirt, brick, or asphalt — the 2-ton allowance disappears after a few wheelbarrows of concrete; use the 10 Yard Heavy box (flat rate, no weight limit) instead
  • swap_horizWhole-home gut renovations or new construction — the volume runs out; that's 30 yard territory
  • swap_horizA single-room cleanout — you'd be paying for air; a 10 yard does the job for less

What fits in a 20 yard dumpster

Real-world loads Walnut Creek customers put in this box — it holds about 6–8 full-size pickup truck loads of debris.

inventory_2A complete kitchen remodel — cabinets, counters, flooring, and drywall
inventory_2A whole-garage or basement cleanout in one go
inventory_2Two layers of shingles from a ~2,500 sq ft roof
inventory_2Carpet, pad, and flooring from an entire house
inventory_2A 300–400 sq ft deck, demolished and hauled
inventory_2Furniture and boxes from a 3-bedroom move-out

lightbulbTips before you book the 20 yard

  • arrow_forwardThis is the 'when in doubt' size: it covers the widest range of projects, which is exactly why it's the most-booked box on the platform.
  • arrow_forwardWatch the 2-ton allowance on demo debris — tile, plaster, and roofing are deceptively heavy even when the box looks half empty.
  • arrow_forwardThe 4.5 ft walls are still walk-up loadable; save your back by loading heavy items first, flat on the floor of the box.
  • arrow_forwardAt 22 ft long, measure your driveway — the box plus the truck's straight-line approach (~60 ft) is what decides the drop spot.

Popular Walnut Creek projects for this size

  • radio_button_uncheckedHigh-end home renovations
  • radio_button_uncheckedPool removals
  • radio_button_uncheckedHardscape projects
  • radio_button_uncheckedEstate cleanouts
  • radio_button_uncheckedCommercial tenant improvements
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location_on20 Yard delivery across Walnut Creek

From kitchen remodels near Broadway Plaza to estate cleanouts in Rossmoor and hillside landscaping off Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek projects get a roll-off delivered right to the driveway. BookingDumpsters covers every Walnut Creek ZIP — 94595, 94596, 94597, and 94598 — from Saranap to Northgate, with online booking that takes about 60 seconds and zero phone calls.

RossmoorDowntown Walnut CreekSaranapNorthgateZIP 94595ZIP 94596ZIP 94597ZIP 94598

Dumpster rules & permits in Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek keeps its streets tidy, so know these local rules before your dumpster arrives:

gavelYour Walnut Creek driveway: permit-free

A box parked fully on private property needs no city approval — the standard setup for Walnut Creek home projects.

gavelPublic right-of-way: Encroachment Permit

Street placement requires an Encroachment Permit from Walnut Creek Public Works — applications go through the city's online Accela portal or the duty engineer (walnutcreekca.gov). Plan a few business days ahead.

gavelMind the trees

Walnut Creek's tree-lined streets are beautiful and low-hanging — the roll-off truck needs ~23 feet of overhead clearance plus 60 feet of straight approach, so pick your spot with the canopy in mind.

gavelWalnut Creek remodels: CALGreen recycling

Permitted construction in Walnut Creek falls under California's CALGreen rule — 65% of debris must be diverted from landfill. Providers on our platform haul to certified transfer stations.

gavelRossmoor and HOA communities

Rossmoor has its own container and contractor rules, and several Northgate-area HOAs do too — clear it with the association before delivery day.

Rules and fees are set by the City of Walnut Creek and can change — always confirm current requirements with the city before placing a container in the public right-of-way.

FAQ — 20 yard dumpster rental in Walnut Creek

How big is a 20 yard dumpster?expand_more
A 20 yard roll-off measures about 22 ft long × 8 ft wide × 4.5 ft tall and holds 20 cubic yards — roughly 6–8 full-size pickup truck loads. It occupies about two parking spaces end to end and still fits most residential driveways.
How much does a 20 yard dumpster cost?expand_more
A 20 yard dumpster starts at $749 when you book 7 or more days ahead — shorter-notice deliveries cost more. The price includes delivery, pickup, a 7-day rental, and 2 tons of disposal. Extra days are $50/day and overweight loads are billed per ton after pickup.
Is a 20 yard dumpster big enough for a kitchen remodel?expand_more
Yes — the 20 yard is the standard kitchen-remodel box. Cabinets, countertops, flooring, appliance packaging, and the drywall you open up all fit comfortably, and the 2-ton allowance covers a typical kitchen's debris weight.
How many roofing squares fit in a 20 yard dumpster?expand_more
Weight is the limit before volume: with a 2-ton allowance, figure two layers of asphalt shingles off a roof around 2,500 sq ft (about 25 squares single-layer). For triple layers or larger roofs, go 30 yard.
Can I put concrete or dirt in a 20 yard dumpster?expand_more
Don't — a 20 yard filled even a quarter of the way with concrete blows far past its 2-ton allowance, and the overage is billed per ton. Clean concrete, dirt, brick, and asphalt go in the 10 Yard Heavy box: flat rate, no weight limit.
20 yard vs 30 yard — which one do I need?expand_more
Pick the 20 for one big room (kitchen, garage, roof) and the 30 for the whole house (gut renovation, estate cleanout, construction debris). If your project list keeps growing as you plan, that's usually a sign you want the 30.
How much does a 20 yard dumpster cost in Walnut Creek, CA?expand_more
A 20 yard roll-off in Walnut Creek starts at $749 when you book 7+ days ahead — shorter-notice deliveries cost more. That covers delivery to your Walnut Creek driveway or jobsite, pickup, a 7-day rental, and 2 tons of disposal. Extra days are $50/day; overweight is billed per ton after pickup.
Do I need a permit for a 20 yard dumpster in Walnut Creek?expand_more
Not if it sits entirely on your private Walnut Creek driveway or property — that's how most rentals here work. If the box must go on a public street, Walnut Creek requires an encroachment permit — see the local rules section on this page for the specifics. Apply before your delivery date.

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