Dumpster Rental in Portsmouth, VA - Companies, Sizes, and Prices

Portsmouth has 17 dumpster rental companies with a 4.7 average rating — one of the best-covered markets in Hampton Roads. You'll find three distinct rental models here: 3-day weekend rentals ($299-$399), standard 5-7 day rentals ($380-$565), and contractor-focused 10-30 day rentals ($375-$525). Most residential projects use the 7-day model. Contractors working on naval or commercial sites typically go with South Side Containers' 30-day option.

Average rental cost is $431, but that number includes everything from quick 3-day cleanouts to month-long construction rentals. The rental period matters more than the price — a $299 dumpster for 3 days isn't cheaper than a $425 dumpster for 7 days if you need it longer than a weekend.

Top-Rated Companies

Bin There Dump That Portsmouth (5.0 rating, 53 reviews) runs a dedicated local franchise with driveway-friendly containers. Their 10-yard at $409 for 7 days handles most residential work. The company focuses on protecting driveways and cleanup — they place boards under the container and sweep up when they leave.

Blackwater Hauling & Dumpster Rental (5.0 rating, 70 reviews) offers both a standard 15-yard dumpster and a 15-yard dump trailer at the same price: $380 for 5 days. The trailer option works better if you're loading heavy debris or need ground-level access. Same capacity, different loading style.

Bin There Dump That Hampton Roads (5.0 rating, 93 reviews) has the highest review count among 5-star companies. They service Portsmouth as part of their regional coverage with the same driveway protection and 7-day rental period.

Dumpster Today (4.9 rating, 557 reviews) is the most-reviewed company in Portsmouth. They run a 3-day rental model suited for quick weekend projects. A 12-yard runs $299, 18-yard is $349, 25-yard is $399. If you can finish in three days, this is your cheapest option.

Small Dumpster Options

Portsmouth has strong inventory for small dumpsters — 6, 10, 11, 12, and 15-yard sizes all available under $450. Bin There Dump That offers a 6-yard at $389 for garage cleanouts or small bathroom renovations. Boxx Systems has an 11-yard at $390 that fits in tighter driveways. Most companies start at 12-yard, but you have real options here if you need smaller.

A 10-yard handles single-room renovations, estate cleanouts, or small deck removals. That's roughly 4 pickup truck loads. If you're unsure between a 10-yard and 15-yard, the 15-yard only costs $40-60 more and eliminates the risk of needing a second container.

Pricing by Size and Rental Period

3-day rentals (Dumpster Today):

• 12-yard: $299

• 18-yard: $349

• 25-yard: $399

5-day rentals (Blackwater Hauling):

• 15-yard dumpster: $380

• 15-yard dump trailer: $380

7-day rentals:

• 6-yard: $389 (Bin There Dump That)

• 10-yard: $409 (Bin There Dump That)

• 11-yard: $390 (Boxx Systems)

• 12-yard: $385-$409

• 15-yard: $449 (Bin There Dump That)

• 20-yard: $425-$489

• 30-yard: $475-$565

10-30 day rentals (South Side Containers):

• 17-yard: $375/10 days

• 21-yard: $425/10 days

• 30-yard: $475/30 days

• 40-yard: $525/30 days

Long-Term Contractor Rentals

South Side Containers specializes in 10 and 30-day rentals for job sites. Their 30-yard at $475 for 30 days costs less than most companies charge for 7 days. Portsmouth has active naval and commercial construction — if you're running a job site that needs a container for weeks, this model beats daily fees.

They also carry a 17-yard and 21-yard, which aren't common sizes. The 21-yard works for roofing jobs that generate too much debris for a 20-yard but don't need a full 30-yard.

What Size Dumpster You Need

Most residential projects in Portsmouth use a 20-yard for 7 days. That handles whole-house cleanouts, roof replacements, and kitchen-bathroom combos. It's 22 feet long and 8 feet wide — fits in a standard driveway without blocking the street.

Smaller projects break down like this: 10-yard for single rooms, 15-yard for flooring or small additions, 30-yard for full gut jobs or major landscaping. If you're between sizes, go bigger. Upgrading costs $50-75. Ordering a second pickup runs $300 or more.

More detail in our dumpster size guide.

Rental Period Differences

Portsmouth has more rental period variety than any other Virginia city in our directory. You're choosing between 3, 5, 7, 10, and 30-day options depending on your project timeline.

The 3-day model works for projects you can finish in a weekend — garage cleanouts, quick landscaping, small demolition. You load it Saturday and Sunday, they pick it up Monday. If you think you might need Wednesday, don't book a 3-day rental.

The 7-day rental is standard for residential work. That's enough time to demo, haul debris, and still have buffer days if weather delays you. Most people use 4-5 days of the rental period.

The 30-day rental is job site inventory. You're not racing a pickup date — the dumpster stays until the project finishes. Contractors use these for framing, siding, and commercial work where debris accumulates over weeks.

Costs Beyond the Base Price

The quoted price includes delivery, pickup, disposal, and the rental period. Weight limits vary by company but typically run 2-4 tons depending on dumpster size. Going over costs $50-75 per additional ton.

Extending your rental runs $10-20 per day for most companies. Blackwater's 5-day rental charges $15/day after day five. Bin There Dump That's 7-day rental charges $10/day after day seven. Call before your pickup date if you need more time — it's cheaper than a second delivery.

You'll pay extra for prohibited items. Mattresses cost $25-50 each. Refrigerators and AC units run $50-75 for Freon removal. Tires, batteries, and paint aren't accepted at all. More in our dumpster rental cost breakdown.

Permits and Placement

Street placement in Portsmouth requires a Right-of-Way permit from the Department of Engineering and Technical Services. Fees are calculated based on the scope of work per the Portsmouth City Code. A performance bond is also required. Contact the Engineering Department at 757-393-8592 before booking street placement — the process is more involved than a standard residential permit, and your rental company should handle the application.

For most residential projects, driveway placement avoids the permit process entirely.

Full permit details in our permit guide.

How to Book

Call 2-3 companies and ask about their rental period, weight limit, and what's included. Most companies in Portsmouth can deliver next-day or same-day if you call before noon. Weekend deliveries cost $50-100 extra at some companies, nothing extra at others.

Book directly — the price is the same whether you call or use a lead aggregator, but you avoid the middle step. Our Portsmouth directory lists all 17 companies with ratings, pricing, and contact info.

See our step-by-step rental guide for the full process.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between a 3-day and 7-day rental in Portsmouth?

The rental period determines how long the dumpster stays on your property. Dumpster Today's 3-day rentals work for quick weekend projects — they deliver Friday or Saturday, you load it, they pick up Monday. Most companies offer 7-day rentals, giving you a full week to complete the work. South Side Containers offers 10 and 30-day rentals for job sites that need the container for weeks. You're not comparing prices directly — you're buying different amounts of time. A $299 dumpster for 3 days costs more per day than a $425 dumpster for 7 days.

How much does a dumpster cost for a typical Portsmouth home project?

A 20-yard dumpster for 7 days costs $425-$489 depending on the company. That handles most whole-house cleanouts, roof replacements, and renovation work. Smaller 10-12 yard dumpsters run $385-$409 for single-room projects. If you can finish in a weekend, Dumpster Today's 3-day rentals start at $299 for a 12-yard. The quoted price includes delivery, pickup, disposal, and 2-4 tons of weight capacity. Extensions cost $10-20 per day if you need more time.

Which Portsmouth company should I call first?

Start with Bin There Dump That Portsmouth (5.0 rating, 53 reviews) for standard residential projects — they offer 6 through 30-yard sizes with 7-day rentals and driveway protection. If you need a weekend-only rental, call Dumpster Today (4.9 rating, 557 reviews) for their 3-day model. Contractors running month-long job sites should call South Side Containers for 30-day pricing. See all Portsmouth dumpster rental companies in our directory with current pricing and reviews.