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Dumpster rental
in Worcester.

Worcester's curbside service covers only one- to six-unit buildings using yellow bags, and building debris and bulk items are excluded, so a renovation or large cleanout usually means a roll-off. A bin of 6 yards or more needs a $25 Worcester Fire Department permit, applied for on OpenGov by you or the company, and the Fire Department inspects the spot. A bin in the street also needs a DPW&P street obstruction permit, which only the dumpster's owner can get, with 72 hours' review. Bin There Dump That publishes Worcester prices from $395 to $700, with 1 to 3 tons included on the debris bins. Casella and WM quote by phone or form and offer larger 30- and 40-yard containers.

Sources checked November 9, 2026 · Guide updated November 9, 2026
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Bin There Dump That is the only one of the three that publishes Worcester prices, dimensions, tonnage and a rental length (7 days in busy season, 14 in slower season), but its 4- and 6-yard bins are for masonry only and it tops out at 20 yards. Casella goes up to 40 yards and WM lists 15-, 20- and 30-yard containers with daily, weekly or monthly terms. Neither posts a Worcester price or weight allowance, and WM says permit costs are usually extra.

Your local checklist

For any bin of 6 yards or more, confirm before delivery who is filing the Worcester Fire Department dumpster permit on OpenGov ($25, plus $10 for each extra container), and keep the bin clear of building exits and traffic.
If the bin has to go in the street, make sure the dumpster company files the DPW&P street obstruction permit at least 72 hours ahead. Have it removed before any storm forecast to bring 2 inches or more of snow, or the City will move it at your cost.
If your project has a Worcester building or demolition permit, ask the hauler which licensed facility will take the debris and keep the signed disposal receipt for the Building Commissioner.

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3 researched options.

Listings are an editorial starting point, not a complete market ranking. Supplier-published amounts are not Dumpsterly quotes. Confirm address eligibility, material acceptance, dates and the full delivered total.

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Bin There Dump That (Central Massachusetts franchise)

Published sizes: 4-yard (10' x 5.5' x 2'), 6-yard (10' x 5.5' x 3'), 10-yard (10' x 7' x 4'), 15-yard (11' x 8' x 4.5') and 20-yard (11' x 8' x 6') bins. The 4- and 6-yard bins take masonry only (brick, concrete, asphalt, pavers, cinder blocks, gravel).
Rental & weight terms: Included disposal weight is 1 ton for the 10-yard, 2 tons for the 15-yard and 3 tons for the 20-yard; none is published for the masonry bins. The franchise rates page gives a 7-day rental in busy season or 14 days in slower season, with longer periods on request. No per-ton overage or extra-day rate is published; request a written quote. Hazardous materials such as paint, batteries, propane tanks and chemicals are not accepted. The franchise page lists per-item fees for items such as mattresses ($150) and tires ($55).
Price basis: $395 (4-yard), $425 (6-yard), $445 (10-yard), $555 (15-yard), $700 (20-yard), as listed on the Worcester page and the Central Massachusetts rates page, which both say prices vary by location, contents and size. Driveway protection boards are included. Phone 978-582-1176.

The Worcester page is headed "Top-Quality Dumpster Rentals in Worcester" and says a permit may be required for a bin on a public street. The franchise page lists Worcester under Areas Served and gives a Fitchburg address (615 South St.). Worcester's Fire Department permit applies to bins of 6 yards or more, so ask whether the company or you will file it on OpenGov.

Sources: [1] · [2] · [3]Visit supplier website Direct link · No referral tracking

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Casella Waste Systems

Published sizes: Up to 40 cubic yards ("up to 16 truck loads"); the page's container comparison table lists no individual sizes.
Rental & weight terms: The page says most rentals include a standard period that can be extended on request, but doesn't give its length. Included weight, overage and extra-day rates are not published; request a written quote.
Price basis: Not published. Casella quotes based on size, location and rental length, with one flat rate covering the container, delivery, pickup and support. Phone 800-227-3552; questions 802-683-3984 (weekdays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

The page is headed Dumpster Rental in Worcester, MA but has no Worcester-specific details. Casella's placement guidance asks for 3 feet of clearance on each side, 22 feet overhead and a 34-foot straight approach, no grass or soft ground, and no blocked sidewalks, driveways or hydrants. The City's bulk-waste page names Casella Waste Management of Massachusetts as the company offering paid curbside bulk-item pickup to Worcester residents.

Sources: [4] · [16]Visit supplier website Direct link · No referral tracking

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WM (Waste Management)

Published sizes: 15-yard (about 10' long x 7'11" wide x 4'7" high, about 6 truckloads), 20-yard (about 8 truckloads) and 30-yard (22' x 8' x 5', about 14 truckloads); the FAQ also mentions a 40-yard.
Rental & weight terms: Daily, weekly and monthly rentals are offered. No included weight, overage or extra-day rate is published; request a written quote.
Price basis: Not published; rates vary by debris type, size and rental length, and pricing comes through the page's availability form. Phone 855-749-1850. The page says city permit costs are usually not included.

The page is headed "Temporary Dumpster Rental in Worcester, MA" and names Westborough, Auburn, Northborough and Maynard as nearby areas served. WM is a national company; the page gives no local yard address.

Sources: [5]Visit supplier website Direct link · No referral tracking

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A Fire Department dumpster permit is required for bins of 6 yards or more; a bin in the street also needs a DPW&P street obstruction permit, issued to the dumpster company

Revised Ordinances Chapter 8, Section 8(e) says no owner, lessee or refuse generator may keep a mechanically emptied metal container, or containers, of six cubic yards or more without a permit from the Fire Chief. The permit expires one year after it is issued. No permit is needed for a container delivered and removed within one business day. The Fire Department's Dumpster Permit Application (permanent or temporary) says any dumpster of 6 yards or more needs a permit. Either the contractor or the property owner may apply through the City's OpenGov portal. The fee is $25.00 per container plus $10.00 for each additional container on the same site, and the Fire Department inspects private-property locations. Under 527 CMR, the bin may not block people leaving a building or block vehicle traffic. Section 8(c) also requires the company supplying the container to give Inspectional Services the customer's name, the location and the container type. Under Section 8(b), no one may empty the container between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. If the bin will sit in the street, Chapter 12, Section 11 requires a written permit from the Commissioner of Public Works & Parks before anyone places material or an obstruction in a street. Appendix 3 of the DPW&P Permit Manual (revised January 11, 2019) sets the dumpster rules. Only the dumpster's owner may receive the street obstruction permit, the City needs 72 hours to review the application, and bins on arterial streets need lights mounted on them. The bin must show the company name, an emergency phone number and its size, carry reflective tape on all sides, and come with a certificate of insurance. In winter, a street bin goes only on the side where parking is allowed, at the curb. It must be removed before plowing whenever 2 inches or more of snow is forecast, or the DPW removes it at the permittee's cost. The street obstruction fee is not published in the manual; DPW&P Engineering is at 20 East Worcester Street, 508-929-1300.

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City curbside service excludes building debris and bulk items; the Millbury Street Drop-Off Center takes bulk items by appointment

Revised Ordinances Chapter 4 limits City trash collection to buildings of one to six units, and only in approved yellow bags ($1.00 small, $1.75 large). Section 3(c) says the City does not collect bulk items, which the owner must dispose of, and Section 6(a) bars building debris from City bags. Residents can bring bulk items to the Residential Drop-Off Center at 1065 Millbury Street by half-hour appointment, booked online or through 311. It is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from April through November or December, weather permitting. Fees are $15 per mattress or box spring and $5 each for appliances, furniture, TVs and computers, metal items, and car or truck tires up to 22 inches. Payment is by check or exact cash, and proof of residency is required. Commercial vehicles and commercial waste are refused. The bulk-waste page does not list construction or renovation debris. For curbside bulk pickup, the City refers residents to Casella (508-832-2349), which lists $134.96 per mattress or box spring.

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Building permits require proof of where demolition and renovation debris was dumped

Under Revised Ordinances Chapter 8, Section 7, anyone holding a Worcester permit for demolition, renovation, rehabilitation or alteration must prove that the debris went to the licensed disposal facility named on the permit application. Proof is a dated, signed receipt from the facility describing the debris and its weight or volume, plus an affidavit from the permit holder. If the debris goes to a different site, the permit must be amended before disposal. When you rent a roll-off for permitted work, ask the company which facility it uses and get the disposal receipt for the Building Commissioner. Yard waste is free at 1065 Millbury Street, 300 Chandler Street and 299 Clark Street from April to November, and the City holds appointment-only Household Hazardous Waste days.

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Before you book

Questions about renting in Worcester.

Do I need a permit for a roll-off in my Worcester driveway?

Usually yes, for any bin of 6 cubic yards or more. Revised Ordinances Chapter 8, Section 8(e) requires a Fire Chief permit for mechanically emptied metal containers of six cubic yards or more. The only exception is a container delivered and removed within one business day. The Fire Department's application form says the contractor or the property owner applies through OpenGov. It costs $25 per container plus $10 for each additional container at the site, lasts one year, and includes a Fire Department inspection of locations on private property. A 4-yard bin falls below the threshold. Separately, the supplying company must report the job to Inspectional Services.

Sources: [6] · [7]

Can I take renovation debris to Worcester's Drop-Off Center instead of renting a dumpster?

Not as a general rule. The Millbury Street Residential Drop-Off Center takes bulk items by appointment for small fees ($5 for most furniture, appliances and tires; $15 per mattress), but its bulk-waste page does not list construction or renovation debris, and it refuses commercial vehicles and commercial waste. The City's curbside service does not take bulk items, and the ordinance bars building debris from City trash bags. For mixed renovation debris, plan on a roll-off, or call 311 (508-929-1300) to ask about a specific item.

Sources: [16] · [6]

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