How much does a dumpster cost for a week?

A standard 7-day dumpster rental costs between $250 and $850 in 2026, with a national average of $385 to $485 depending on size. A 10-yard runs $250 to $400, a 20-yard runs $350 to $550, and a 40-yard can hit $850 in major metros.

Are delivery and pickup included in the rental price?

With most reputable companies, yes — flat-rate quotes include delivery, the rental period, pickup, and disposal of a set weight allowance. Always confirm this in writing before booking.

What's the cheapest dumpster size?

A 10-yard is the lowest base price, but it's not always the cheapest option. If your project produces more debris than fits, you'll need a second rental, which costs more than a 20-yard would have.

Why do dumpster rental prices vary so much by city?

Local landfill tipping fees vary dramatically — from under $25 per ton in some rural areas to over $100 per ton in coastal cities. Fuel costs, labor, and demand also vary. NYC and SF rentals can cost double the same dumpster in the Midwest. [ds_city_links limit="6" kicker="See pricing in your city" title="Browse haulers in major metros"]

Can I negotiate dumpster rental pricing?

Yes, especially with local independent haulers. Always get three quotes and ask competitors to match the lowest. Discounts for military, seniors, first responders, and repeat customers are common but rarely advertised.

What's a fair overage fee per ton?

Reasonable overage fees run $40 to $100 per ton over your allowance. Anything over $150 per ton is on the high end and worth questioning. Always confirm the overage rate in writing before booking.

Metropolitan Area · Rank #188

Slidell-Mandeville-Covington

Louisiana · 0.3M residents · 8 haulers across 5 cities

The Slidell-Mandeville-Covington metropolitan area covers roughly 280,000 residents in Louisiana, anchored by Slidell and surrounding communities. Public right-of-way placement (street, sidewalk, alley) requires a permit through the local public works office, while placement on a private driveway or yard generally does not. We track 8 dumpster rental companies serving this metro — compare quotes and services below, or submit a quote request to reach additional haulers in your area.

Permit Rules for Slidell-Mandeville-Covington

188

LA · 0.3M pop · Typical

Permit

$25-$75 typical

Public right-of-way (street/curb)

Permit required

Yes

Cost

$25-$75 typical

Max days

Variable

Authority

City of Slidell Public Works (985-646-4258, after-hours 985-643-6140) / Covington Public Works. St. Tammany Parish DPW (985-898-2557) for unincorporated.

Portal

stpgov.org or city portals

Processing

3-5 business days

Special rules

**Dumpster Permit (Slidell) / Right-of-Way Permit (Covington)** Public Works. **St. Tammany Parish DPW (21454 Koop Dr Bldg B, Mandeville, 985-898-2557)** — **3 maintenance areas**: AREA I (Covington/Folsom/Mandeville/Madisonville, 985-892-1071), AREA II (Lacombe/Hickory/Pearl River/Bush/Abita Springs, 985-863-5392), AREA III (N. Slidell/Alton/Greater Slidell, 985-641-0280). **Coastal Environmental Services + Waste365 + Stranco Solid Waste Management** (Abita Springs transfer station 985-960-0216) primary haulers/disposal. **Bulky Waste 8 yd/month limit** ≥3ft from mailboxes/cars/utility boxes. **Hurricane Katrina (2005) recovery legacy** — Slidell heavily impacted. **Northshore (Lake Pontchartrain)**. New Orleans MSA suburb. St. Tammany Parish. LA DEQ.

Private property (driveway/yard)

Permit required

Cost

Max days

HOA-dependent

Special rules

Many HOAs in suburban developments.

Prohibited items & penalties

State landfill bans

Louisiana bans: Lead-acid batteries banned, used oil regulated, scrap tires regulated. Limited bans, NO statewide e-waste ban. LDEQ.

Common prohibited

Hazardous waste, paints, oils, batteries, tires, electronics, refrigerants, asbestos, medical waste, propane, fluorescent bulbs

Max fine

Variable

VERIFIED Apr 2026 against myslidell.com Public Works + stpgov.org + ces-la.com + waste365.org + strancosolidwaste.com.

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Dumpster Rental Companies in the Slidell Metro

Battle Born Disposal

Mandeville, LA

Battle Born Disposal | Dumpster rental in Mandeville, Covington. Same-day delivery, 15-20 yard sizes.

15·20 YD FROM $400

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Bin There Dump That Southeast Louisiana

Covington, LA

Dumpster rentals in Covington, LA. Serving 8 cities across southeast Louisiana. 4-20 yard sizes. Residential & construction debris.

4·10·14·20 YD

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BJ's Waste, LLC

Slidell, LA

BJ's Waste rents roll-off dumpsters for construction and demolition debris in Slidell, Louisiana. Call (985) 502-0769.

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Coastal Environmental Services

Lacombe, LA

Dumpster rental in Lacombe, LA. 20, 30, 40-yard sizes. Construction, residential, demolition, yard waste.

20·30·40 YD

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HUGHES WASTE SOLUTIONS DUMPSTER RENTALS

Mandeville, LA

Dumpster rentals in Mandeville, LA. 20 & 25-yard sizes for construction, demolition & cleanouts. Weekend service available.

20·25 YD

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Junk Bus Dumpster Rental & Junk Removal

Slidell, LA

Junk Bus dumpster rental in Slidell & New Orleans. 6-25 yard sizes, 5-day rentals, construction & residential debris removal.

6·7·14·21·25 YD

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Lagniappe Dumpsters - 30 Yard Roll Off

Madisonville, LA

30-yard roll-off dumpster rental in Madisonville, Louisiana. Residential, construction, and demolition debris removal.

30 YD

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Stranco Solid Waste Management Transfer Station

Mandeville, LA

Dumpster rental in Mandeville, Slidell, Hammond. Stranco offers 2-30 yard containers for construction, demolition, and residential cleanouts.

2·4·6·8·30 YD

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Cities in the Slidell-Mandeville-Covington metro

11 cities · 5 with listed haulers

Mandeville (3) Slidell (2) Covington (1) Lacombe (1) Madisonville (1) Abita Springs Eden Isle Folsom Lewisburg Pearl River Sun

What to expect in this metro

Smaller metros like Slidell typically have 2-8 active dumpster rental companies serving the area. Pricing is often more consistent across the metro than in major markets, and same-day or next-day delivery is more commonly available. With fewer competing haulers, getting 2-3 quotes is usually sufficient to identify the best option. Confirm landfill availability with your hauler — some smaller metros have limited disposal options that affect pricing.

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