Short-Term Dumpster Rental: 1 Day or 3 Days
Most jobs take less time than people fear, and more than they plan. Here's how to choose.
5.0 on Google and Yelp · 237 reviews237 reviews. 5.0 stars.
That's 67 on Google and 170 on Yelp: 23 on our Los Angeles page and 147 on our earlier listing, all for the same business. Reviews mention on-time arrival, easy scheduling, friendly crews and fair pricing.
The price difference is small
| Size | 1 day | 3 days | Difference |
| 10 yard | $440 | $465 | $25 |
| 15 yard | $490 | $525 | $35 |
| 20 yard | $625 | $665 | $40 |
Choose by how you'll load it
What a short rental is good for
| Job | Usually enough |
| Garage or storage unit, already sorted | 1 day |
| Yard cleanup with helpers | 1 day |
| Whole-home cleanout, sorting as you go | 3 days |
| Small remodel, with demo and cleanup | 3 days |
If your job is a good deal bigger than these, read about our long-term rentals.
How to get a one-day load-out done
- Sort before delivery. Decide what stays first.
- Stage everything close to where the dumpster will sit.
- Have your helpers there when it arrives, not after lunch.
- Load heavy things first and keep it level.
- Call us as soon as it's ready.
Driveway Safe is owned and run by David Steven in Lake Balboa. Call or text 818-231-3056 any hour, and tell us what you're working on.
Request a dumpster quote
This asks about availability. Nothing is reserved until we confirm with you.
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Common questions
Does 1 day mean 24 hours?
Ask us when you book, and we'll confirm your exact drop-off and pickup times.
Can I switch from 1 day to 3 days?
Call us as soon as you know, and we'll tell you the cost before anything changes.
Can you deliver on a weekend?
We're open 24 hours, 7 days a week. Tell us what you need.